Mare and Foal Lawn
This sweeping lawn is situated on the Harbour's edge with views overlooking the Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge.
![View of harbourside from sunlit lawn](https://www.botanicgardens.org.au/sites/default/files/2023-07/Venues-Sydney-Mare-Foal-view-1584x633.jpg)
Mare and Foal Statue Lawn, Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
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Up to 150 guests
Limited wheelchair access. See Garden accessibility for more information and venue options.
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Iconic Sydney views
If you’re looking for a location with unforgettable, iconic views, this is the venue for you.
This sweeping lawn is situated on the Harbour's edge with views overlooking the Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge.
Mare and Foal Lawn is the perfect location to host your alfresco event, whether it’s a picnic, wedding ceremony or reception, family gathering, birthday party, corporate party or Christmas party.
![View of lawn looking towards Sydney city skyline](/sites/default/files/2023-07/Venues-Sydney-Mare-Foal-view-1024x676.jpg)
![Bride and groom exchange wedding vows with celebrant on lawn overlooking Sydney Opera House](/sites/default/files/styles/rbg_carousel_image/public/2023-07/Venues-Sydney-Weddings-Mare-Foal-1024x676.jpg?itok=rmR9zgr_)
![Lawn set up for a wedding ceremony, view over water to the Sydney Opera House and Bridge](/sites/default/files/styles/rbg_carousel_image/public/2023-07/Venues-Sydney-Weddings-Mare-Foal-setup-1024x676.jpg?itok=pqE55xQ7)
![Statue of a horse and a foal](/sites/default/files/styles/rbg_carousel_image/public/2023-07/Venues-Sydney-Mare-Foal-Statue-1024x676.jpg?itok=s3FJubHv)
![Wedding Ceremony at Mare & Foal Lawn](/sites/default/files/styles/rbg_carousel_image/public/2023-05/HERO_Mare_and_Fowl_Lawn.jpg?itok=eNaVTIk1)
![Wedding Ceremony at Mare & Foal Lawn](/sites/default/files/styles/rbg_carousel_image/public/2023-05/Mare-and-Foal-2021-a.png?itok=PyJAUdXX)
![Wedding Ceremony at Mare & Foal Lawn](/sites/default/files/styles/rbg_carousel_image/public/2023-05/Mare-and-Foal-2021c.png?itok=Q35IimMX)
![Bride and groom pose on lawn overlooking Sydney Harbour](/sites/default/files/styles/rbg_carousel_image/public/2023-07/Venues-Sydney-Weddings-Mare-Foal-couple-1024x676.jpg?itok=vnBs8s7H)
An unforgettable location
The Mare and Foal Lawn boasts sweeping views of Sydney Harbour.
![Mare and Foal Lawn](https://www.botanicgardens.org.au/sites/default/files/2023-07/Venues-Sydney-Mare-Foal-Statue-1024x676.jpg)
This sweeping lawn is situated on the Harbour's edge with views overlooking the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
Venue hire
Ideal for:
- Picnics
- Birthday parties
- Corporate parties
- Christmas parties
- Wedding ceremonies
What's included?
This site is a bare site hire. It includes exclusive use of your location, including set-up and pack-down time.
Hire periods
The minimum booking period is 3 hours, with the option to add on further hours during Garden opening times.
Rate card
July 2024 to June 2025
Events at Mare and Foal Lawn
Description | Standard fee |
---|---|
Unreserved (0 – 20 pax) | Free |
3-hour hire (21+ pax) | $388 |
Additional hours | $130 per hour |
Miscellaneous charges
Description | Standard fee |
---|---|
Supplier escort
| $93 per vehicle |
Static Ranger (4 hour minimum) | $69 per hour |
Alfresco event photography permit | $295 |
Note:
- All fees are quoted GST inclusive.
- Ranger fees are subject to a minimum of four hours.
- Duration of event booking includes set up and pack down of the event.
- Maximum of two supplier escorts per booking.
- Additional miscellaneous charges may apply.