As the name implies, the park formerly served as a botanical garden in relation to Aarhus University, and it still provides an attraction of interest to those who wish to inspect the thousands of plant species on display here.

The landscape is quite varied and includes a large greenhouse center; originally from 1970 by C. F. Møller Architects, but with a newly added tropical hothouse.

The gardens have an open-air amphitheatre, three small ponds, a children's playground and the large lawns are popular with picnics, gatherings and events of all kinds year round.

Both the gardens and greenhouses, have changed their status and function from a scientific study ground to a place for recreational activities, public outreach and education.

The protection does not include the specific content of the botanical gardens, only its physical green space area and high biodiversity.