Royal Botanic Gardens

Escape Sydney’s busy downtown and enjoy the winding pathways, art installations and rose gardens of this lush haven.

Take a break from the bustle of downtown Sydney in the colorful Royal Botanic Gardens. With visually stunning flower plots, intriguing artworks spread throughout the gardens and easy access to nearby attractions, it makes a great addition to any itinerary.

Located on land that was deemed too infertile for farming, the environment is testament to the determination of 19th-century botanist Charles Fraser, who is most famous for naming thousands of Australian plants. He developed the infertile soil and collected and studied the fauna that turned the plot into a world-renowned garden. Come to see the fruits of his labor with such early plantings as the majestic Moreton Bay figs that now dominate the landscape.

Take a stroll through one of the garden’s flower exhibitions, such as the Camellia Garden that hosts many different Australian-bred species of the beautiful bloom. Don’t miss out on the Begonia Garden, where you can learn how to grow your own begonias. Walk through the Palace Rose Garden with its 1,800 roses. Signs give information on the species and benches are provided for relaxing.

See some of Australia’s most beautiful native tree life on the rainforest walk. The Palm Grove has one of Australia’s best collections of palm trees. The rare Wollemi pine and the formally manicured gardens of Government House in the gardens’ northwest are also well worth a visit.

Eat lunch at the central garden shop and restaurant.

Take a guided tour of the gardens on Monday to Friday to learn about the Aboriginal heritage of the site. Alternatively, pick up a map from the central information center and take a self-guided tour of the garden’s spectacular art installations, including the over-scaled seed sculptures by Bronwyn Oliver located near the central main pond.

The Royal Botanic Gardens are located on the Sydney Harbour, a short walk from Circular Quay in downtown. Come by ferry or catch the train to Martin Place, a 10-minute walk away from the gardens. If you come by car, pay to park in the surrounding streets.

The gardens are open daily and entry is free.

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Hotels near Royal Botanic Gardens

Travelodge Hotel Sydney

27 Wentworth Avenue

Rated 3.8 / 5 by Guests

Located in Sydney Central Business District, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Hyde Park and Market City. Pitt Street Mall and Central Park are also within 1 mi (2 km). Museum Station is only a 4-minute walk and Capitol Square Light Rail Station is 8 minutes.

Hyatt Regency Sydney

161 Sussex Street

Rated 4.4 / 5 by Guests

Located in Darling Harbour, this luxury hotel is steps from Wild Life Sydney Zoo and SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium. Sydney Town Hall and Hyde Park are also within 15 minutes. Wynyard Station is 8 minutes by foot and Town Hall Station is 9 minutes.

Swissotel Sydney

68 Market Street

Rated 4.6 / 5 by Guests

This family-friendly Sydney hotel is located in the business district, steps from Westfield Shopping Centre, Sydney Tower, and Strand Arcade. Queen Victoria Building and The Galeries are also within 5 minutes. Town Hall Station is only a 4-minute walk and St. James Station is 5 minutes.

Rydges World Square

389 Pitt Street

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Sydney Central Business District, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of World Square Shopping Centre, Hyde Park, and Queen Victoria Building. Central Park and Circular Quay are also within 1 mi (2 km). Museum Station is only a 3-minute walk and Town Hall Station is 5 minutes.

Shangri-La Sydney

176 Cumberland Street

Rated 4.6 / 5 by Guests

Located in Sydney Central Business District, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Circular Quay and Museum of Contemporary Art. The Rocks Markets and Sydney Observatory are also within 10 minutes. Wynyard Station is 6 minutes by foot and Sydney Circular Quay Station is 7 minutes.

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

199 George St.

Rated 4.6 / 5 by Guests

This family-friendly Sydney hotel is located in the historical district, just steps from Circular Quay and Museum of Contemporary Art. The Rocks Markets and Sydney Opera House are also within 15 minutes. Sydney Circular Quay Station is only a 3-minute walk and Wynyard Station is 7 minutes.

Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park

161 Elizabeth Street

Rated 4.7 / 5 by Guests

Located in Sydney Central Business District, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Sydney Tower, SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, and Royal Botanic Gardens. Sydney Opera House and Star Casino are also within 1 mi (2 km). St. James Station is only a 4-minute walk and Martin Place Station is 6 minutes.

Travelodge Hotel Sydney Wynyard

7-9 York Street

Rated 4.0 / 5 by Guests

Located in Sydney Central Business District, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Circular Quay and King Street Wharf. Queen Victoria Building and Cockle Bay Wharf are also within 15 minutes. Wynyard Station is only a 2-minute walk and Martin Place Station is 10 minutes.

The Menzies Sydney

14 Carrington St

Rated 3.9 / 5 by Guests

Located in Sydney Central Business District, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Australia Square and Circular Quay. Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge are also within 1 mi (2 km). Wynyard Station is only a 2-minute walk and Martin Place Station is 8 minutes.

Sofitel Sydney Wentworth

61-101 Phillip Street

Rated 4.4 / 5 by Guests

This family-friendly Sydney hotel is located in the business district, within a 10-minute walk of Circular Quay and Sydney Tower. Sydney Opera House and Overseas Passenger Terminal are also within 15 minutes. Martin Place Station is only a 4-minute walk and St. James Station is 7 minutes.

Song Hotel Sydney

5-11 Wentworth Avenue

Rated 3.4 / 5 by Guests

Located in Sydney Central Business District, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Castlereagh Street and St Vincent’s Hospital. Circular Quay and Star Casino are also within 2 mi (3 km). Museum Station is only a 2-minute walk and Town Hall Station is 8 minutes.

Hilton Sydney

488 George Street

Rated 4.6 / 5 by Guests

Located in Sydney Central Business District, this luxury hotel is steps from Queen Victoria Building, The Galeries, and Sydney Town Hall. Westfield Shopping Centre and Strand Arcade are also within 5 minutes. Town Hall Station is only a 2-minute walk and St. James Station is 8 minutes.

The Grace Hotel

77 York Street

Rated 4.5 / 5 by Guests

Located in Sydney Central Business District, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Pitt Street Mall, Theatre Royal, and SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium. Queen Victoria Building and Westfield Shopping Centre are also within 10 minutes. Wynyard Station is only a 4-minute walk and Town Hall Station is 7 minutes.

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

1 Martin Place

Rated 4.7 / 5 by Guests

Located in Sydney Central Business District, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Pitt Street Mall and Sydney Tower. SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and Art Gallery of New South Wales are also within 15 minutes. Martin Place Station is only a 3-minute walk and Wynyard Station is 5 minutes.

Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney

11 Jamison Street

Rated 4.6 / 5 by Guests

Located in Sydney Central Business District, this luxury hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Circular Quay, Sydney Opera House, and Sydney Harbour Bridge. Hyde Park and Central Park are also within 2 mi (3 km). Wynyard Station is only a 3-minute walk and Martin Place Station is 10 minutes.

Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay

30 Pitt Street

Rated 4.4 / 5 by Guests

Located in Sydney Central Business District, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Circular Quay and The Rocks Markets. Government House and Sydney Opera House are also within 15 minutes. Sydney Circular Quay Station is only a 3-minute walk and Wynyard Station is 8 minutes.

Vibe Hotel Sydney

111 Goulburn Street

Rated 4.1 / 5 by Guests

Located in Sydney Central Business District, this luxury hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Hyde Park and Central Park. Circular Quay and University of Sydney are also within 2 mi (3 km). Museum Station is only a 3-minute walk and Capitol Square Light Rail Station is 7 minutes.

Metro Hotel Marlow Sydney Central

431-439 Pitt Street

Rated 3.8 / 5 by Guests

Located in Sydney Central Business District, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Capitol Theatre and Paddy's Market. Sydney Tower and International Convention Centre Sydney are also within 15 minutes. Capitol Square Light Rail Station and Sydney Central Station are within a 5-minute walk.

Rydges Sydney Harbour

55 George Street

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Sydney Central Business District, this hotel is steps from The Rocks Markets and Circular Quay. Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House are also within 15 minutes. Sydney Circular Quay Station is 7 minutes by foot and Wynyard Station is 12 minutes.

Capitol Square Hotel Sydney

3 Campbell StreetCorner Of Campbell & George Street, Corner Of Campbell & George Street

Rated 3.5 / 5 by Guests

Located in Sydney Central Business District, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Capitol Theatre and Sydney Town Hall. Hyde Park and SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium are also within 1 mi (2 km). Capitol Square Light Rail Station is only a 2-minute walk and Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station is 4 minutes.

Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Town Hall

511 Kent Street Sydney

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Sydney Central Business District, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Sydney Town Hall and The Galeries. Queen Victoria Building and Chinatown Night Market are also within 10 minutes. Town Hall Station is only a 3-minute walk and Capitol Square Light Rail Station is 8 minutes.

PARKROYAL Darling Harbour, Sydney

150 Day St

Rated 4.5 / 5 by Guests

Located in Darling Harbour, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Sydney Town Hall, SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, and Hyde Park. Star Casino and Circular Quay are also within 1 mi (2 km). Town Hall Station is 5 minutes by foot and Convention Light Rail Station is 9 minutes.

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Sydney

27 O'Connell Street

Rated 4.7 / 5 by Guests

Located in Sydney Central Business District, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Pitt Street Mall and Circular Quay. The Domain and Royal Botanic Gardens are also within 15 minutes. Wynyard Station is 5 minutes by foot and Martin Place Station is 5 minutes.

Mantra Sydney Central

653 George Street

Rated 3.9 / 5 by Guests

Located in Chinatown, this apartment building is steps from Capitol Theatre, World Square Shopping Centre, and Paddy's Market. Market City and Chinatown Night Market are also within 5 minutes. Capitol Square Light Rail Station is only a 2-minute walk and Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station is 4 minutes.

Royal Botanic Gardens

Escape Sydney’s busy downtown and enjoy the winding pathways, art installations and rose gardens of this lush haven.

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Hotels near Royal Botanic Gardens

Travelodge Hotel Sydney

Hyatt Regency Sydney

Swissotel Sydney

Rydges World Square

Shangri-La Sydney

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park

Travelodge Hotel Sydney Wynyard

The Menzies Sydney

Sofitel Sydney Wentworth

Song Hotel Sydney

Hilton Sydney

The Grace Hotel

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney

Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay

Vibe Hotel Sydney

Metro Hotel Marlow Sydney Central

Rydges Sydney Harbour

Capitol Square Hotel Sydney

Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Town Hall

PARKROYAL Darling Harbour, Sydney

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Sydney

Mantra Sydney Central