Royal Botanic Gardens Guided Walk
About this experience
8,500 plant species and 170 years of heritage in Melbourne's botanic gardens. A$35 · 1.5 hrs · Low-key morning reset between race sessions.
Enjoy a peaceful guided walk through Melbourne's Royal Botanic Gardens, home to over 8,500 plant species from around the world. Stroll past ornamental lakes, heritage-listed trees, and themed garden beds while your guide shares botanical insights and stories of the gardens' 170-year history. A tranquil escape minutes from the CBD.
Highlights
- ✓Explore Melbourne's Royal Botanic Gardens on a short guided tour by minibus
- ✓Discover 8,500+ species of plants spread across 38 hectares of pristine gardens
- ✓Admire rolling lawns and the stunning plant collections at Melbourne Gardens
- ✓Get the kids exploring nature at the Ian Potter Foundation Children's Garden
- ✓Search for nesting waterbirds and frogs around the picturesque ornamental lake
What's included
- ✓Melbourne Gardens entry fee
- ✓Bus tour with live guide
Not included
- ✕Parking fees
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Reviews
298 reviews on GetYourGuide →
Our host Verity was extremely knowledgeable about the history and plant life of the Gardens. She was personable, pleasant and very friendly. The minibus was comfortable. The tour time was reasonable. I definitely want to return and do the walking tour.
Great way to get an entire overview of the extensive gardens
Recommended for first time visitors and those who don't have time and physical capacity to walk around the whole garden. Costly. no photo stops and only 30 mins duration.
It's was a quick way to look around the gardens when have limited time.
Fun and informative, an excellent introduction to the gardens and left you wanting to wander!
Our guide Tommy was extremely friendly and welcoming. His knowledge of all the specimen he shared with us was outstanding! Our little trip was excellent in the small electric van which he drove very efficiently. The short stops were excellent allowing us to take photos . We had a memorable excursion and we highly recommend it to anyone with mobility problems. We learnt a lot about the park itself and the unique flora of the southern hemisphere. Many thanks to the team and particularly Tommy for being such a kind, experienced and friendly guide! Merci ! Anicq et Barry 😊
Excellent way to see the gardens, especially with my Nan who couldn’t do the walking.