The Royal Botanic Gardens of Sydney

Summer is better at the Botanic Gardens

Soak up the sunshine, art, food and flowers – plan your perfect day out this summer.

 

 

Visitor Information

Open daily from 7am to sunset

December: Open between 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
January: Open between 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Location

Mrs Macquaries Road, Sydney NSW 2000

Maps

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What's on this summer

Picnic spots

Kids and families

Creative, sensory, play-based programs for kids – enjoy picnics, nature-inspired adventures or magical outdoor theatre.
Food and drink

Food and drink

From casual cafés to native-inspired fine dining, there’s something for every taste and budget.
Guided Tours

Guided tours

Join expert guided walks, cultural tours and seasonal programs to uncover the Garden’s stories.
Garden highlights

Garden highlights

Explore summer’s brightest blooms and the Garden’s seasonal showstoppers.
Picnic spots

Picnic spots

Find the perfect place to suit your mood or occasion – our list of top spots to relax, unwind and enjoy nature.
Art and Exhibitions

Art and exhibitions

Discover immersive art and the sensory magic of a tropical rainforest.

Plan your perfect summer day

For families

Adventure and discovery for little ones, downtime for you. Children can explore the Yellowwood Education Garden, drop by The Garden Gallery, join a free guided tour and share a picnic lunch from Farm Cove Eatery.

Family itinerary

  • Family experiences
    Band Lawn and Flower Bed Lawn near the Main Pond are perfect picnic spots for families with little ones.
  • Family experiences
    Step into a playful world of colour and discovery with City of Wonder’s immersive experience for all ages.
  • Family experiences
    Kids will love exploring nature’s playground.
  • wind in the willows on boat
    Actors bring The Wind in the Willows to life as this celebrated production returns to the Gardens once again.

For culture seekers

Step into living stories of this place - where nature and culture intertwine. Walk with First Nations guides, explore the Herbarium’s sensory treasures, and savour native flavours that bring Country to the table.

Culture seeker itinerary

 

  • First Nations tours
    Discover the beauty and history of Sydney Harbour through the lens of the Gadigal people on an Aboriginal Harbour Heritage Tour.
  • First Nations tours
    Learn about the traditional uses of Indigenous bush foods and how they have adapted to the modern palate and palate on an Aboriginal Bush Tucker Tour.
  • Cadi Jam Ora: First Encounters
    Learn about the history of this place at your own page; walk the 50m storyline of Cadi Jam Ora: First Encounters and Farm.
  • Explore
    Cool down and enjoy a leisurely lunch or drinks at Botanic House.

For sun seekers

Claim your spot on the Harbour Lawn, wander through the Succulent Garden, sketch or journal under the trees, enjoy drinks at The Terrace, then settle in for a movie under the stars.

Sun seeker itinerary

  • Relax and unwind with friends
    Picnic on Tarpeian Lawn with unbeatable views of Sydney Harbour and the Opera House.
  • Relax and unwind
    Enjoy a bottomless brunch at Terrace on the Domain.
  • Relax and unwind
    Experience an unforgettable evening at Westpac Open Air Cinema, the world’s most beautiful outdoor cinema.
  • Relax with a book
    Relax at one of the many shady, idyllic garden spots.

For explorers

Wander your own way through lush lawns, secret trails and harbour views. Pick up a map, stop for coffee, and make the day yours.


Explorer itinerary

  • Explore
    Discover some of the Garden’s hidden gems.
  • Botanic House
    Grab a well-earned coffee or bite to eat at one of the Garden cafes.
  • Explore
    Explore your own way through the Garden.
  • Garden Shop
    Shop a seasonal selection of rare native plants and take home a piece of the Gardens.
Before you visit

Before you visit

The Gardens are free to visit. Read more about getting here, parking, accessibility and more.
Plan your visit
Before you visit

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

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