Auburn Botanic Gardens
Auburn Botanic Gardens offer a beautiful digression from urban life
Auburn Botanic Garden features 24 acres of dazzling gardens divided into several different themes. Having an abundance of plants and animals, the Garden is sure to please the nature lover in you.
You and your camera will be happy as you explore the various gardens that make up the Auburn Botanic Garden. Visitors will be delighted by the Japanese Garden, the Scented Garden and the Sunken Rose Garden. There is also the Native and Rainforest Garden, the Fauna Reserve populated with indigenous plants and animals, and an Aviary populated with birds, both native and from Asia.
In addition to these beautiful gardens, you can enjoy the current exhibition at the Peacock Gallery and Arts Studio also located at the Garden. There is no additional charge for this.
The Garden draws pretty big crowds on the weekends, so, if you can manage to visit on a weekday, it may be more pleasant.
Nearby attractions include Sydney Olympic Park and Parramatta Park / Old Government House.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: Free on weekdays; a nominal fee is charged on weekends and during the Cherry Blossom & Autumn Colours festivals - see official website for current rate.Auburn Botanic Gardens Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Address: Chisholm Rd &, Chiswick Rd, Auburn NSW 2144, Australia
Phone: (02) 8757 9000
Official Website: Auburn Botanic Gardens
Auburn Botanic Gardens Reviews
Rated out of 5
Great place for the children and grandchildren.
Great water features, ground are well kept. Facilities are clean and tidy.
Some good opportunities to be up close to
Kangaroos, wallabies, cape barren geese, peacocks and (hidden) wombat.
It was a free entry day today too. Very nice surprise!
Thank you Auburn council for providing something neat here
Alex R (Max) - a week ago
This is a beautiful and peaceful garden located inside Auburn Botanic Gardens. As soon as you walk through the red Torii gate, you feel like you’re in Japan. The pond, wooden bridges, and well-maintained gardens are amazing.
It’s especially beautiful during cherry blossom season, but even on a normal day, it’s a nice place to relax, take photos, and enjoy nature. Great for families and couples. Just be careful with young kids as there are areas near the water without fences.
Overall, it’s a perfect spot to escape from the busy city and spend a relaxing afternoon. Highly recommended.
Louis Ahn - a week ago
What happens when a council tip closes? It should be as beautifully repurposed as this one! A reflection pool, a fauna reserve (kangaroo a wallabies and emus), a Japanese garden , all great for a visit. Local and fun. Free when there's no cherry blossoms.
Olga Pitt - 2 weeks ago
Nice place for a photoshoot. Autumn season, pond, flower garden -rose. Entry tickets are affordable.
It's amazing to see peacocks near the entrance.
We also can find koi fishes, ducks, some birds, etc in this place.
It feels good for nature lovers.
A peaceful visit. You will also find waterfall. Try to visit this place during the cherry blossom festival season.
Anusha M - 2 weeks ago
Deducted 1-star because the pond is artificially colored to make it appear blueish so that it looks good in photos, bit I am sure its not an optimal ecosystem for the aquatic life.
Nevertheless, amazing gardens for a quick day out with the kids and entire family. Enough free parking. They got ducks, swans, emus peacocks, kangaroos and other variety of birds. Minimal entry fees.
Abhi D - a month ago
Directions
| Train Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| T1 or T2 | Central | 30 Minutes or Bus + 5 Minutes |
| T2 | Circular Quay, Wynyard, Town Hall | 30 Minutes or Bus + 5 Minutes |
How to get to Auburn Botanic Gardens by Train
By Train and Bus: Take a T2 Inner West and South Line from Circular Quay, Wynyard, Town Hall or Central Station or the T1 Western Line from Central Station. Make sure you board a train that is goes to Auburn Station without transfering, as that will give you the shortest overall travel time. Exit to the west side of Auburn Station; and walk south on South Parkade continuing on Auburn Road then left (west) on Chiswick Place (30 minutes). This is a relatively long walk so you may want to catch the 909 Bankstown Bus to Cumberland Road near Chiswick Road and walk west four blocks to the Gardens, however keep in mind the buses only run every 30 minutes (60 minutes on Sundays).
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A peacock shows off its allure at the Auburn Botanical Gardens cc licensed photo by Nina Matthews Photography -
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Photo Credit: VirtualWolf - cc license via Flickr
