Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

Your oasis in the heart of Sydney, with views of the harbour. Make a day of it with the family, relax with friends or enjoy some me time at Australia's oldest botanic garden.

Visitor Information

Open daily from 7am to sunset

July: Open between 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
August: Open between 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Location

Mrs Macquaries Road, Sydney NSW 2000

Leafy arbour walkway at Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

Plan your visit

The Garden has free entry. Find out how to get here and what you can see and do.
Plan your Garden visit
Leafy arbour walkway at Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

Dine and shop

Enjoy a coffee or meal at one of our cafes and restaurants.
Dine and shop at the Garden
Friends of the Flowers Native Bees Workshop Sydney
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Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
30 September – 9 October 2025
Kids and families
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Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
8 – 17 July 2025
Kids and families
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Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
13 Sep 2025
Workshops and exhibitions
statue of a boy overlooking manicured Garden and Sydney CBD in distance

Garden highlights

Take a step back from the bustle of Sydney's CBD. Highlights include the Palace Rose Garden and summer meadow.
Discover Garden highlights
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Gadigal Country

The Gadigal have a strong and significant connection to these lands, waters, sky, flora and fauna.
Learn about the traditional lands of the Gadigal
  • Tarpeian Lawn Wedding Credit: Jimmy Raper
  • elegant tables with floral arrangements for a wedding reception, looking over Sydney Opera House and Harbour
  • The Calyx Venue
  • The Garden Gallery
  • Gadi Seminar Rooms
Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

Venue Hire

Explore the Garden's stunning venues, from manicured lawns for wedding ceremonies and marquee celebrations, to contemporary indoor spaces for receptions, conferences and exhibitions.

Find your perfect venue
Transplant yourself and

Get
involved

Together with our community of members, volunteers, partners and donors, we can ensure scientists can continue their vital research into protecting plants under threat, and that the Gardens remain places of horticultural beauty and centres of learning for future generations.

Support the Gardens