Royal Botanic GardensSydney's 'green lung' is the 30-hectare botanical garden,
established in 1816 and containing more than 7,500 species of
plants. Australia's very first farm was on the site where the
garden now flourishes, southeast of the Opera House. Paths and
walks criss-cross the gardens, leading strollers past two sets of
ponds, garden sculptures and numerous horticultural areas. Don't
miss the Sydney Tropical Centre; the rose, herb and succulent
gardens; the First Farm; the Fernery; and the palm grove. Watch out
for a young specimen of the rare Wollemi Pine (only 38 adult trees
exist in the world) in the Pioneer Garden. The gardens also offer
some of the best views of Sydney Harbour, the Opera House and the
Harbour Bridge. The path that skirts the harbour starting at the
Opera House and leading around to Mrs Maquarie's Chair provides
magnificent views of the harbour, particularly at sunset. The
gardens also have a visitor's centre, shop, restaurants and kiosks.
Guided walks are offered at 10.3
Address: Mrs Macquaries Road
Website: www.rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au
Telephone: (02) 9231 8111
Transportation: Ferry to Circular Quay, or bus 441 to the Art Gallery of
NSW. It is also a stop on the Sydney Explorer bus. The nearest
train station is Martin Place
Opening Time: Daily from 7am. Closes at various hours depending on
the month, from 5pm in winter to 8pm in summer
Admission: Free |
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