Royal Botanic Gardens

The Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria is a treasured part of Melbourne life, with 38 hectares of landscaped gardens blooming and abundant with native and exotic vegetation. The gardens are home to over 50,000 individual plants representing 8,500 different species. The Melbourne Gardens feature a variety of plant collections, including the Australian Forest Walk, the Cacti and Succulent collection, and the Children's Garden. The Cranbourne Gardens, located on the southeastern urban fringe of Melbourne, feature a 15-hectare native Australian Garden with striking red sand and picturesque wildflowers, as well as a rockpool, waterholes, an arid garden, and lifestyle gardens. The gardens are a popular spot for families, with space for children to explore, picnic areas, and a variety of wildlife, including bellbirds, black swans, eels, cockatoos, and kookaburras. The gardens also offer a range of activities, including guided tours, exhibitions, and outdoor cinema screenings