Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens
Quick Facts
- Location
- Australia, Hobart
- Category
- Park & Garden
- Duration
- 1-2 hours
- Opening Hours
- Daily 08:00-18:30 · The hours page keeps the gardens open seven days a week, 365 days a year, 08:00-17:00 from April to September and 08:00-18:30 from October to March, with the Botanical Shop 09:30-16:30, the Bird in Hand Kiosk 09:00-17:00 and the Bird in Hand Restaurant 11:00-16:30 all daily and those three shut on Christmas Day. A banner on the visit page shows the Conservatory closed for restoration.
- Ticket Price
- Free Admission: Entry is free · The visit page prints Free entry beside the hours. The gardens run on donations, seat dedications, bequests and Friends memberships alongside support from the Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania.
- Address
- Lower Domain Road, Queens Domain, Hobart
- Coordinates
- -42.8670, 147.3340
Introduction
Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens is Hobart's tranquil plant oasis. Established in 1818, it features rich temperate plant collections, greenhouses (including sub-Antarctic), Japanese garden and Mt Wellington backdrop — a free natural destination. About 14 hectares with temperate plants, Japanese garden, rose garden and medicinal garden. Sub-Antarctic Plant House — simulates sub-Antarctic climate. Mt Wellington backdrop. Free admission; walkable from Hobart CBD. Visiting for Hobart's oldest garden's tranquility is a relaxed Hobart experience.
✨ Highlights
🛈 Practical Info
Opening Hours
| Monday | 08:00-18:30 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 08:00-18:30 |
| Wednesday | 08:00-18:30 |
| Thursday | 08:00-18:30 |
| Friday | 08:00-18:30 |
| Saturday | 08:00-18:30 |
| Sunday | 08:00-18:30 |
The hours page keeps the gardens open seven days a week, 365 days a year, 08:00-17:00 from April to September and 08:00-18:30 from October to March, with the Botanical Shop 09:30-16:30, the Bird in Hand Kiosk 09:00-17:00 and the Bird in Hand Restaurant 11:00-16:30 all daily and those three shut on Christmas Day. A banner on the visit page shows the Conservatory closed for restoration.
Ticket Information
| Free Admission | Entry is free |
|---|
The visit page prints Free entry beside the hours. The gardens run on donations, seat dedications, bequests and Friends memberships alongside support from the Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania.
💡 Tips
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens?
Monday: 08:00-18:30; Tuesday: 08:00-18:30; Wednesday: 08:00-18:30; Thursday: 08:00-18:30; Friday: 08:00-18:30; Saturday: 08:00-18:30; Sunday: 08:00-18:30; The hours page keeps the gardens open seven days a week, 365 days a year, 08:00-17:00 from April to September and 08:00-18:30 from October to March, with the Botanical Shop 09:30-16:30, the Bird in Hand Kiosk 09:00-17:00 and the Bird in Hand Restaurant 11:00-16:30 all daily and those three shut on Christmas Day. A banner on the visit page shows the Conservatory closed for restoration.
How much is the admission for Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens?
Free Admission: Entry is free; The visit page prints Free entry beside the hours. The gardens run on donations, seat dedications, bequests and Friends memberships alongside support from the Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania.
Any practical tips for visiting Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens?
Free admission; walkable. Sub-Antarctic House is a must-see. Pair with Hobart, Salamanca Place and Mt Wellington.
How long should I spend at Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens?
A typical visit takes 1-2 hours.
