geelong botanic gardens geelong

Yes, here is yet another botanical garden to add to the picnic list!

Mamma LOVES botanic gardens - the history, the lovingly tended to greenery, the exotic plants, we are so lucky to have so many in our midst. These gardens opened in 1851 and are the fourth oldest in Australia after Sydney, Tasmania and Melbourne.  

The addition of the very cool arid zone and Where You Meet cafe right in the middle of the gardens is fantastic. Make sure you plan a pit stop and visit this beautiful space - they serve delicious simple food like wraps and focaccias, sweet treats and of course cold drinks and coffee - or bring your own picnic and relax under the trees.

Make sure to discover every section, path and corner as you go on your expedition around the gardens!

the nitty gritty

Garden Street East Geelong

Daylight Savings hours: 
8:00am to 7:00pm
All other times:
8:00am to 5:00pm

Cafe in the gardens:: Where You Meet

Cost : FREE

Toilets - street parking

Mamma's special mention:

Just down the hill is the glorious Eastern Beach - head down for a wander along this epic waterfront.