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Бирюлевский дендропарк

Experimental arboretum park with diverse tree collections and a sakura grove

From the Xiry library · Updated 3 October 2026

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Бирюлевский дендропарк is an arboretum and botanical nursery established in 1938 in southern Moscow, now part of the Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve. It features over 300 plant taxa, including Siberian cedar pine, larch, and a prominent grove of blossoming sakura trees. It serves as a quiet walking location, featuring guided tours, educational programs, and electric cart rides.

What it's for

  • Take a quiet walk or photoshoot among rare tree species and spring sakura blossoms
  • Book an educational tour or electric cart excursion with an audio guide
  • Explore diverse botanical species native to the Far East, Caucasus, and Himalayas

Features

  • Collection of over 300 plant taxa, varieties, and forms
  • Famous sakura grove and conifer labyrinth
  • Guided walking tours and educational programs for children
  • Electric cart tours equipped with an overview audio guide
  • Integration into the Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve territory

Pricing

Free. Park grounds are generally free to visit; specific tours, electric carts, and select events require paid tickets

Details

Type
other
Category
Lifestyle
Topic
Parks & Nature
Open source
No
Platforms
other
For
Moscow locals, walkers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers looking for quiet botanical parks
Alternative to
Gorky Park, Main Botanical Garden of the Academy of Sciences, Aptekarskiy Ogorod
Tags
moscow, arboretum, park, sakura, botanical garden, walking

Why it was saved

  • @ayza.moscow, 24 April 2024: A quiet and photogenic nature park ideal for walking among diverse tree species and blossoming cherry trees in spring.

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