Garden highlights at the Blue Mountains

The Garden features many rare species, spectacular cool climate trees, seasonal colour, historically significant plantings and tranquil spaces for picnics or forest bathing.

Welcome to a spectacular blend of cultivated garden and wilderness tracts.

Located on Darug country and situated in a UNESCO World Heritage Area, the Garden is divided into four distinct precincts, interlaced with pathways designed for wandering, exploring and engaging with the natural environment. Within each of these precincts are several themed gardens, lawns and features including pavilions, cascades and secluded benches.

The Garden plays a key role in the conservation of plants from a range of ecosystems in Australia and around the world. It features many rare species, spectacular cool climate trees, seasonal colour, historically significant plantings and tranquil spaces for picnics or forest bathing.

Cherry blossom tree in flower
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Blue Mountains Botanic Garden Mount Tomah
Find layered seasonal colour, from delicate cherry blossoms in spring to the red and golden hues of autumn's maples.
Banksias overlooking rock garden and mountain views
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Blue Mountains Botanic Garden Mount Tomah
Wander past rocky and alpine plants including proteas, grevilleas and banksias, and stop by the carnivorous bog garden.
Giant North American woodland tree at the Blue Mountains Botanic Garden
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Blue Mountains Botanic Garden Mount Tomah
Towering species including Coast Redwoods, Giant Sequoias, Norfolk Island Pines, and the 'dinosaur plant' Wollemi Pine.
Person touching mossy tree trunk and looking up
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Explore Blue Mountains Basalt Cap Forest with stands of sassafras, coachwood and ethereal ferns.
pink King protea in bloom

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