Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

Top 1% of attractions in Sydney

9 / 10

“Over the years, this 30-hectare oasis has withstood fires, cattle grazing, invasions of flying foxes, a windmill, an aviary, and even a zoo. ”

– Time Out

Fodor's

"More than 80 acres of sweeping green lawns, groves of indigenous and exotic trees, duck ponds, greenhouses, and some 45,124 types of plants—many of them in bloom—grace these gardens." Full review

Concierge

"This undulating series of gardens wrapped around the southeastern edge of Sydney Harbour was the site of the city's first farm."

Travel + Leisure

"Set just east of Bennelong Point and the Opera House (translation: right alongside sweeping views of the harbor), this sprawling 75-acre park is one of the city’s most beautiful places." Full review

Michelin Guide