Brisbane Botanic Gardens
- Free Activities
- Gardens + Playgrounds
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The Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mount Coot-tha are Queensland’s premier subtropical botanic gardens.
The Brisbane Botanic Gardens features a Japanese Garden, Tropical Dome and Children’s Playground.
Children and parents can explore the Hide ‘n’ Seek Children’s Trail set in the heart of the shady exotic rainforest. Collect a map at the start of the trail and follow it to make sure you spot all the surprises and amazing plant facts.
Hide ‘n’ Seek Children’s Trail Map (PDF – 1.49Mb
Hide ‘n’ Seek Children’s Trail Map (Word – 1.24Mb).
Founded in 1970 and officially opened in 1976, the 56-hectare gardens are open daily, and entry is free.
These 56-hectare gardens are situated seven kilometres from the city centre and offer a variety of environments, including the most extensive collection of Australian native rainforest trees in the world and natural wildlife.
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Child Friendly Dining
The Gardens Café: Open daily with a capacity of 150 people. Dine in a relaxing and tranquil setting. Modern Australian cuisine is served in the main cafe with light snacks, Devonshire teas and ice creams also available.
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FAQs
- Opening Hours: The Botanic Gardens are open every day and entry is free. Visitors can enjoy free guided tours Monday to Saturday (public holidays excluded).
- Accessibility: Disabled access available.
- Car Parking: Free parking is available in the garden’s main carpark.
- Family Facilities: Baby change rooms are available at Tropical Display Dome and Mt Coot-tha Auditorium.
- Dog Friendly: No, dogs are not permitted at any time (except for guide and assistance dogs).
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