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Royal Botanic Gardens

Botanical Garden, Park, and Garden

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"Moonlight Cinemas in summer"(2 Tips)
"What a wonderful place to spend the day out and do a picnic."(8 Tips)
"Nice & big park, with peaceful viewpoint on Melbourne city skyline."(10 Tips)
"Reminds me of Kew Garden shop."(3 Tips)

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Joseph Yuan-LinApril 10, 2017
A gorgeous place with distinctive kinds of plants. You can escape the heat in summer by resting in the shade of the trees. Be sure to check out the Ornamental Lake, where you can see swans and birds.
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pin leeAugust 11, 2016
Beautiful gardens, even during winter. Take tram 5 to Domain station n walk towards Shrine of remembrance. Gardens is just behind. Factor in 2-3 hrs n observe d many magpie birds n water hens.
Upvoted Oct 3
VenothOctober 11, 2016
Such an amazing park with lots of things to do. One of the best Botanical Gardens in the world. Do not miss this place when in Melbourne.
Yousef ❄️April 29, 2019
Loved the small banners next to each specimen of flora and in the vicinity of every fauna. It can get a bit crowded, but its an amazing place.A walk here is always good! Ps:On Mondays its less crowded
Ezequiel RattiMay 7, 2013
Beautiful, awesome, quiet, peaceful, intensive, great to stay for a long ride walking, getting a nap and continue in this exacting place in the middle of the city!
pin leeMay 21, 2018
So pretty in Autumn. Maple leaves galore just past entrance. A garden for all Seasons really. Try cream tea at cafe next to lake. Easy access fr city via trams. Also walking distance fr federation sq
pin leeMay 21, 2018
So pretty in Autumn. Maple leaves galore just past entrance. A garden for all Seasons really. Try cream tea at cafe next to lake. Easy access fr city via trams.Also walking distance fr federation sq
Tracy MorganSeptember 8, 2016
You can easily spend an entire day here. There is so much to see and learn. There is also some very good coffee by the front entrance.
Tas (✿╹◡╹)September 5, 2017
Nice & big park, with peaceful viewpoint on Melbourne city skyline. Less exciting in winter though
Avi MorApril 5, 2019
Why there on an excursion with my daughter's primary school. Had a lovely host who showed us some fascinating intuition about some of the features of the gardens.
Nawar AljanabiJanuary 6, 2019
What a wonderful place to spend the day out and do a picnic. Good scenery and fresh air.
Chris LiewAugust 13, 2014
Been here 10+ times
An amazing place to have a picnic at any spot of the massive lawn everywhere. Perfect way to spend a lazy Saturday afternoon.
Joao FerreiraSeptember 24, 2017
Can't miss in Melbourne, this was one of the best botanic gardens I've been to. Plus, it's free! Come when it's sunny and work in your tan in one of the many lawns.
Reza HashemiJanuary 5, 2017
Don't miss beautiful mexican weeping palms planted by former queen of Iran, shahbanoo, find it next to rose pavillion.
Lyn StaceyJanuary 18, 2018
Try the cafe by the ornamental lake great location and nice food.Gardens are so peaceful and lots of shady areas on a hot day. Well presented and looked after.
IlyaJanuary 13, 2018
You can spend the whole day walking around here, too many great spots to pick favourites, just enjoy it
Poh Len PekSeptember 27, 2014
Been here 10+ times
The Garden Shop. Interesting stimulating merchandise for avid gardeners to remember their time here. Reminds me of Kew Garden shop. Really squeeze creative energy out of you.
Open House MelbourneJuly 16, 2012
Did you know? Since 1957, the astrograph dome at Melbourne Observatory has been powered by a second-hand washing machine motor! Discover more, Open House 10am to 4pm - Sunday 29 July 2012 #OHM2012
Crystal HeartMay 28, 2017
Beautiful peaceful place. Wonder gardens of the world.
rara_tangDecember 27, 2012
This is the home of the Titan Arum, largest unbranched cluster of flowers. About 2m tall, blossoms for 2-3 days before collapsing. Also known as the corpse flower due to its rotting smell when bloom.
Open House MelbourneJuly 9, 2013
Have you ever been inside the Royal Botanic Gardens - Melbourne Observatory? During Open House Melbourne explore these buildings which house 3 telescopes. #LoveOHM
NikaMarch 1
Love it! Such a dreamy place. Nice spot for a little picnic just beside the lake:))
James PantherNovember 1, 2014
Been here 25+ times
The gardens are beautiful all year round. Each time you visit you'll discover something new.
City of MelbourneOctober 31, 2012
Make use of the Visitor Centre, guided walks, two cafés and the Gardens’ very own retail outlet – the Gardens Shop.
Hamdi OnarMarch 30, 2015
Excellent place to spend a Sınday afternoon, impressive collection of plants and trees, very well organized
Ederson MorcheDecember 27, 2014
Very good place to chill out. Take a book with you and enjoy your day.
Chloe TiaraJune 8, 2016
This place is beautiful! Great place to bring kids to play and run around. It does, however, get swarmed with bugs around spring.
prima filiJune 5, 2015
Loved this garden. Lots of areas and diversity. Looks like a lovely place to be in summer.
Monica FulcoNovember 1, 2017
Peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle right in the middle of it all
Giuseppe SpinaFebruary 24, 2015
Such a beautiful place to wander and breath in all the scents. So much greenery! Come for a picnic.
citizenziggy esq.March 23, 2015
incredible park for relaxing Sunday picnic. drinking encouraged =)
Tal MorseSeptember 20, 2019
Amazing gardens in the middle of the city. Beautiful and relaxing walk.
Sally HindNovember 20, 2017
Lovely gardens, so much to explore. Nice (but pricey) cafe too.
Eva ChuiJanuary 6, 2016
Well designed for relax and layback style, many families, friend and dog owner enjoy the garden in their own pace!
Ben TalbotMay 2, 2019
Been here 25+ times
Awesome all year round... check out Moonlight Cinemas in summer also!
MimiJanuary 9, 2016
Definitely the best place to wind down if you want a quick escape from the bustling city.
Alexander PastoreAugust 10, 2014
Perfect for a relaxing day at the heart of the city
Fłashy BvłbMay 7, 2017
Lovely gardens for a date, perfect if you both love nature and wildlife
Open House MelbourneJuly 16, 2012
Discover the Plant Craft Cottage, the oldest building in a public garden in Victoria with Open House 10am to 4pm - Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 July 2012 #OHM2012
Quentin LafonNovember 24, 2014
The green lung of Melbourne. Peaceful atmosphere.
Shazlan SufianFebruary 11, 2015
Love this place. So great to just kick back and enjoy a beautiful day.
Dave SilverstoneFebruary 21, 2011
I've been all over, and this has GOT to be one of the most magnificent garden parks in the world! A must-see... Assuming you like beauty in nature!
Mira SMay 25, 2013
Tranquil place, had a good walk though not much to see if u r trying to capture autumn leaves for photography
Josef HerbertMarch 8, 2015
These gardens are beautiful, you can lose yourself here
Sandeep GillJune 6, 2014
One of the best botanical gardens in the world . magnificent view
Lauren PresserFebruary 12, 2013
Beautiful for a stroll. You'll find a few spots for lunch along the way.
Dylan ThorneMarch 11, 2014
Drive through and there are plenty of 4 hour parking spaces.
Victor ChandraFebruary 6, 2014
Find places under big trees to get perfect spot for picnic or having lunch.
Simon MeredithSeptember 17, 2017
Great coffee shop down by the main lake.
Cindy NJanuary 5, 2016
Been here 10+ times
Beautiful place to sit and relax, after killing yourself running The Tan.

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