The Royal Botanic Gardens of Sydney

Herbarium Forecourt

Enjoy the tranquillity of the Australian Botanic Garden on the Forecourt of the National Herbarium of New South Wales. Not only is it a work of art, the Herbarium homes more than one million essential historical and scientific specimens. 

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Location

The Herbarium Forecourt, Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan

Price

See full rate card below

Hire capacity

600

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible

Garden accessibility
Further information

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Contact

02 4634 7935

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Modern design meets award-winning architecture.

The Herbarium Forecourt offers you the best the Australian Botanic Gardens has to offer; views of the scenic bushland, exceptional architecture and manicured lawns. 

Create the backdrop of your dreams amongst the majestic concrete seed vaults and know that your special event will happen no matter the weather.

This award-winning space is accessible and offers ample area for both small and large celebrations, day or night.

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Features:

  • Free on-site parking
  • Access to power (extension leads required)
  • Exclusive use
  • Nearby toilets
     

Perfect for:

  • Wedding ceremonies
  • Cocktail events
  • PR events
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Rate card

July 2026 to June 2027

Venue hire

DescriptionStandard fee
3-hour hire$1,475
Additional hours$466 per hour
Daily hire $6,070

 

Miscellaneous charges

DescriptionStandard fee

Elopement Furniture Package 

  • 10 bentwood chairs
  • White signing table
  • 4m jute aisle runner
$680

Ceremony Furniture Package

  • 24 white bentwood chairs (additional chairs can be added for $15 each) 
  • White signing table and two chairs 
  • 4m jute aisle runner 
$840

Event Ranger (4 hour minimum)

  • Event rangers can be added to your booking to manage RSA, and provide security
  • Event Rangers are mandatory for all after-hours events
  • Ratio is 1 Ranger to every 100 guests

$78 per hour

 

 

Note: 

  • Your venue hire includes a complimentary wedding photography permit, allowing access for your photos right across the gardens for 2 hours post-ceremony.
  • All set up and pack down of your event must take place during your booking hours.
  • A $1,000 refundable bond is applicable for this venue.
  • For more information on our ceremony packages, view our brochure here. 

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Please contact us to discuss your wedding reception or for questions not covered on this page. Instant bookings are available for picnic, ceremony, photography and other venue hire requests.

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