Acknowledgment of Country
We honour and respect all Elders and Traditional Custodians of the lands the Botanic Gardens of Sydney stand on. We acknowledge the lands as significant historical, ceremonial and traditional trade grounds.
Grass Trees are adaptable plants commonly seen in the Australian bush.
Plants are amazing! Explore how they grow, and their role in the web of life on earth.
Have you looked up at the canopy of a forest recently? Discover what’s growing in Australia’s forests and why trees are important to us, animals and each other.
The only botanic garden in Australia located in a UNESCO World Heritage Area, and less than 2 hours drive from Sydney. Find out how to get here.
Learn about parking and facilities for people with access requirements.
Most areas of the Garden are accessible by walker and wheelchair. Learn more about accessibility for all visitors.
Visitors to the Wildflower Meadow can immerse themselves in a world of colour and texture by walking through the winding pathways that cut through the display.
Throughout September, gardens across Australia turn yellow in a sea of golden hues with Australia’s national flower – the Golden Wattle.