The Royal Botanic Gardens of Sydney

Autumn at Blue Mountains Botanic Garden Mount Tomah

Escape to crisp mountain air, peaceful walks and autumn’s vibrant natural palette.

Visitor Information

Open daily from 9am to 5pm

Garden: Open between 9:00 AM - 5:00 PMVisitor Centre & Cafe: Open between 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Location

Bells Line of Road, Mount Tomah NSW 2758

Maps

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What's on this autumn

A field of white Japanese windflowers

Garden highlights

Located in a UNESCO World Heritage Area, the Garden is a spectacular showcase of local and imported cool-climate plants.
A woman walks a shady trail surrounded by giant trees

Self-guided walking trails

Immerse yourself in rainforest among giant tree ferns, sassafras and ancient pines.
two people have coffee on a deck overlooking Blue Mountains views.

Eat and drink

Recharge with a coffee or a bite to eat at Bell Bird café, while taking in panoramic mountain views.
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Tours and events

Discover the gardens after dark with a night of stargazing, bring the kids for a plant workshop, or join a guided tour.
Colourful, delicate vases

Garden Shop

Stop by the shop to explore botanic-inspired gifts, homewares and more – the perfect take-home keepsake.
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Autumn colour

See the best of autumn – when to visit for golden maples and other deciduous species.
  • Japanese-styled pebbled, shady path with traditional stone and wood water features
  • Pink camellia flowers
  • Tree branch with wooden tag featuring Japanese script
  • View of mountains and bushland from shady garden path
  • Red camellia flowers on a tree
NEW

Tsubaki Yama: Camellia Mountain

Discover a breath-taking collection of rare and beautiful camellias set within a serene Japanese‑inspired landscape.

Here, some of the world’s rarest camellias, including species now extinct in the wild, are thoughtfully woven into the Australian landscape to create an immersive and captivating experience.

Explore Camellia Mountain

Get inspired

An old farmhouse with tables and chairs outside, misty mountains

Take the road to Mount Tomah

Travel through scenic countryside steeped in history, with stops for gourmet local produce and orchard cider tastings.
Bee on windflowers

How to grow windflowers in your garden

Admired the windflowers at the Blue Mountains Botanic Garden? Now’s the perfect time to try growing them at home.
Friends at the Tomah visitor centre.

Plan your day in the mountains

Whether you have 30 minutes, an hour or a whole day, here are three ways to spend your day.
Canopy of orange maple leaves

Plan your visit

The Garden features hundreds of different plant species from all over the world.
Plan your visit
Canopy of orange maple leaves

Dharug Country

The Garden is within historical, ceremonial and traditional trade grounds for the Dharug people.
Learn more

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