Botanic Gardens
Booderee Botanic Gardens are the only Aboriginal-owned botanic gardens in Australia. Here visitors can learn about bush tucker and medicinal uses of plants and the long association that Koori people have with the area and the plants of south eastern Australia.
Enjoy the peaceful setting of the Gardens by relaxing on the grass lawns, or using the picnic tables provided. At the Scribbly Lawn, electric barbecues and a sheltered picnic area are available for large groups or wet weather use. There are a number of beautiful walking trails through the Botanic Gardens and it is an excellent place to observe birds and other animals.
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Opening hours
The Gardens are open every day including public holidays. Admission to the Gardens is included in the park use fee for Booderee National Park. Please pay at the park entrance station. -
Explore
Learn about the fascinating plants of the region and how they have been and continue to be used by local Koori people.
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Guided walks
Book a ranger-guided walk through the Botanic Gardens for your school group. These popular walks are available on Tuesdays. Booking is essential.
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History
Since the early days, local Koori people from the Wreck Bay Aboriginal Community have worked on the site, a tradition now well into its third generation.
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Volunteer
Would you like to help keep Booderee's Botanic Gardens beautiful? You can join the volunteer Park Care Group. To find our more email Booderee.mail@environment.gov.au
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Venue hire
Have your dream wedding or celebration at the Botanic Gardens. To find out more email Booderee.mail@environment.gov.au