Tarpeian Lawn
This Garden area which offers unsurpassed views of Sydney Harbour, Opera House, Harbour Bridge and city skyline.
![Bride and groom with panoramic Sydney Harbour views behind them](https://www.botanicgardens.org.au/sites/default/files/2023-07/Venues-Sydney-weddings-Tarpeian-couple-1584x633.jpg)
Tarpeian Lawn, Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
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Up to 300 guests
Limited wheelchair access. See Garden accessibility for more information and venue options:
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Stunning waterfront venue
You and your guests will love the shade of the fig trees in this harbourside location.
Tarpeian Lawn is the perfect spot if you’re looking for an outdoor area that can accommodate a large group.
It's a convenient location within walking distance of public transport, Sydney Opera House, Circular Quay and The Rocks.
![Bride and groom kiss on lawn with view of Sydney Harbour Bridge. Credit: Jimmy Raper](/sites/default/files/2023-07/Venues-Sydney-Weddings-Tarpeian-Lawn-Jimmy-Raper-1024x1300.jpg)
Credit: Jimmy Raper
![Harbour wedding on the Tarpeian Lawn at Royal Botanic Garden Sydney with Harbour Bridge in the background.](/sites/default/files/styles/rbg_carousel_image/public/2023-05/Venues-Sydney--Tarpeian-Lawn-Wedding-Harbour-View-1024x676.jpg?itok=fN9dFnpq)
![Flowers set up for a wedding ceremony, on a lawn overlooking Sydney Harbour Bridge](/sites/default/files/styles/rbg_carousel_image/public/2023-07/Venues-Sydney-Weddings-Tarpeian-Lawn-Jimmy-Raper-1024x676.jpg?itok=_kPexpsF)
![Couple on deck chairs, with champagne, overlooking Sydney Harbour](/sites/default/files/styles/rbg_carousel_image/public/2023-07/Events-Sydney-Garden-Social-1024x676.jpg?itok=7vkdjPfN)
![A red carpet with a couple and a celebrant with the harbour and harbour bridge in the background.](/sites/default/files/styles/rbg_carousel_image/public/2023-05/Venues-Sydney--Tarpeian-Lawn-Wedding-Outdoor-Harbour-View-1024x676.jpg?itok=orgzmhXf)
Views from Tarpeian Lawn
![Tarpeian Lawn](https://www.botanicgardens.org.au/sites/default/files/2023-07/Venues-Sydney-weddings-Tarpeian-couple-1584x633.jpg)
Tarpeian Lawn offers unsurpassed views of Sydney Harbour, the Opera House, the Harbour Bridge and the city skyline.
Venue hire
Ideal for:
- Wedding ceremonies
- Wedding receptions
- Marquee events
- Team building
- Activations
What's included?
This site is a bare site hire. It includes exclusive use of your location.
Rate card
July 2024 to June 2025
Events at Tarpeian Lawn
Description | Standard fee |
---|---|
3-hour hire | $1,800 |
Additional hours | $600 per hour |
Miscellaneous charges
Description | Standard fee |
---|---|
Bond (where applicable) | POA |
Cancellation fee | $260 |
Supplier escort
| $93 per vehicle |
Static Ranger (4 hour minimum) | $69 per hour |
Parking permit | $96 |
Note:
- All fees are quoted GST inclusive.
- The above rates include site hire only – onsite toilet facilities (where applicable) and two supplier escorts.
- All other furniture and equipment to be arranged by the Hirer.
- Duration of function hire includes set up and pack down of the event.
- Additional miscellaneous charges may apply.