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.

Mare and Foal Statue Lawn, Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
Starting from $375.
See full rate card below.
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.








An unforgettable location
The Mare and Foal Lawn boasts sweeping views of Sydney Harbour.

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 2023 - June 2024
Events at Mare and Foal Lawn
Number of people | Rate | |
---|---|---|
Unreserved | 0-20 | $0 |
Site hire (3 hours) | 21+ | $375 |
Additional hours | $125 / hour |
Miscellaneous charges
Description | Standard fee |
---|---|
External caterer surcharge | $155 |
Supplier escort through Garden (vehicle access suppliers only). Fee per vehicle (includes entry and exit). | $90 |
Ranger fee, per hour | $67 |
Alfresco event photography permit | $265 |
Notes
All fees are quoted GST inclusive.
Ranger fees are subject to a minimum of four hours.
Bookings outside of the Garden opening times will incur an additional ranger fee.
Duration of event booking includes set up and pack up of the event.
Maximum of two supplier escorts per booking.
Additional miscellaneous charges may apply.
Fees valid 1 July 2023 – 30 June 2024.