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
I visited Auburn Botanic Gardens on a solo trip around 10 AM and absolutely loved it. The gardens are peaceful and relaxing, with so much to see, including peacocks, kangaroos, different birds, beautiful waterfalls, rock features, rainforest areas, and much more.🩷😍
If you're using public transport like me, it's easy to get there. You can take bus from stand B 908 or 909 🚌from Auburn Railway Station and then walk about 10 minutes to the gardens.
A perfect place for a solo outing, nature walk, or just some quiet time away from the city. I really enjoyed my visit and would definitely recommend it. 🌿🦚😊
Gagan Deep - a month ago
I enjoyed this botanical gardens. However there was nothing special to it. The Botanic gardens had a decent amount of variety to it but nothing special. The only things of note were the Japanese gardens and this area right at the start. Other than that it's a cool little place to go for a quick walk.
Rahim Mohammadi - 3 months ago
Auburn Botanic Gardens is one of the most peaceful and beautifully maintained spots in Sydney. The gardens are stunning year-round, with lush greenery, scenic walking paths, and charming bridges that make it feel like a little escape from the city. The Japanese garden section is especially breathtaking and perfect for photos. It’s a great place for picnics, relaxing walks, or just unwinding in nature. Highly recommend visiting during spring when everything is in full bloom!
Divya Seekuri - 3 months ago
A beautiful place that truly pulls you back towards nature in real life. The kids had the best time seeing peacocks walking freely, wallabies up close, and even an ostrich — such a fun and memorable experience for families. The rose garden is absolutely stunning, and the open park areas are peaceful, clean, and perfect for relaxing or having a picnic. Auburn Botanical Garden is one of those rare places where both kids and adults can genuinely enjoy the beauty of nature together. Highly recommended for a family day out!
subash ghimire - 2 months ago
Spent some time at Auburn Botanic Gardens today
and it felt… unexpectedly calm
Not a “must-see” kind of place
just somewhere you can walk slowly,
sit for a while, and do nothing
🍁 There was a tree changing colour
its reflection in the water was really soft
💧 The small waterfall sound was quiet and calming
almost no people around
🦚 And a peacock just casually walking by
which felt a bit unreal
Lately I’ve been enjoying
this kind of slower, less structured weekend
not rushing between places
just letting the day unfold
I’ve been putting together a
“slow Sydney weekend guide”
with places like this
If you’re into this kind of vibe
you might like it too ✨
sharon liang - 3 months 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 -
Photo Credit: VirtualWolf - cc license via Flickr -
Photo Credit: VirtualWolf - cc license via Flickr
