Sydney Botanical Gardens

Botanical garden Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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What to expect

The Royal Botanic Garden, Sydney is a 30-hectare botanical garden, event venue, and public recreation area located on the eastern fringe of the Sydney central business district. It is the oldest scientific institution in Australia and one of the most important historic botanical institutions in the world. The garden is home to an outstanding collection of plants from Australia and overseas, including rare and threatened species. It features various themed garden areas, such as the rose garden and the Cadi Jam Ora: First Encounters display, which remembers and acknowledges the Cadigal, the original inhabitants of Sydney's city centre. The garden offers guided tours, including the Aboriginal Heritage Tour, and has accessible pathways, toilets, and transport options. It is a popular destination for both locals and tourists, with over 3.5 million visitors in 2016

Plan your family visit to the Sydney Botanical Gardens with these blog insights 👇

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SYDNEY WITH KIDS 2024 | A GUIDE BY A

SYDNEY WITH KIDS 2024 | A GUIDE BY A
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the gardens and walked along the pathways that weave around the edge of the shore, providing stunning views of the harbour

Highlights: We saw everything from parrots to lorikeets and the indigenous Kookaburra and enjoyed the cafe with great coffee and cake ✨