Royal Botanic Gardens
38 hectares of beautifully landscaped gardens beside the Yarra, a green heart just south of the city.
Don't miss at Royal Botanic Gardens
- ◆ Ornamental lakes
- ◆ Global plant collections
- ◆ Riverside lawns
Insider tip
The 'Tan' running track loops the gardens — lovely for a morning stroll.
Royal Botanic Gardens — visitor questions
What is Royal Botanic Gardens known for?
38 hectares of beautifully landscaped gardens beside the Yarra, a green heart just south of the city. Highlights include: Ornamental lakes; Global plant collections; Riverside lawns.
Where is Royal Botanic Gardens?
Royal Botanic Gardens is in South Yarra, Melbourne — Birdwood Ave, Melbourne VIC 3004. More info: https://www.rbg.vic.gov.au
Any tips for visiting Royal Botanic Gardens?
The 'Tan' running track loops the gardens — lovely for a morning stroll.
Can Chauffyr take me to Royal Botanic Gardens?
Yes — Chauffyr provides a private, fixed-price chauffeur to Royal Botanic Gardens and between every stop on your Melbourne itinerary, with no parking or driving to worry about.
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