Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Aboriginal Heritage Walk - Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, Melbourne Gardens

• Melbourne City Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight with GoPro Photos

• The Explorer - Melbourne Gardens

• A Taste of Melbourne: Small-Group City Tour with Food and Drink

• Private Bespoke Melbourne Walking Tour - Expert Local Guide

The Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria is free to visit. However, there are lots of affordable tours available to help you explore it. Small-group minibus tours of the gardens start at US$11, whereas walking tours begin at US$40. For a more personalized option, private tours begin at US$96.

Yes, the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria are worth visiting, particularly if you're looking for a peaceful escape that's still close to central Melbourne. The gardens are known for their lakes, walking trails, diverse plants, and wide open green spaces that showcase views of the city skyline. For a shortcut to the highlights of the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, consider a walking tour. These provide fascinating commentary, as well as someone to handle all the navigation.

Per one customer who booked the Aboriginal Heritage Walk - Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, Melbourne Gardens, "Den was a great guide with fun humor. He walked us through the garden, explaining how the plants and land were utilized by Aboriginal people. He also made us think about the land and how to continue connecting with the land and each other. Highly recommend this tour."

The Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, located in Melbourne right next to the Yarra River, features over 8,500 species. It’s an impressive collection that’s readily accessible and free to all visitors. There are areas with a diverse range of native and global plants. It also has several greenhouses, where research, education, and conservation take place.

Nothing. Entrance to the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria is free for all. If needed, it’s also free to borrow a wheelchair or book a Travelers Aid Companion. Some events are paid and ticketed, but these are clearly listed on the gardens’ website.

Plan on a few hours to fully explore the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria. There are several gardens and areas to explore, all featuring a diverse mix of flowers and plants. You can use the interactive map on your smartphone while you walk, which explains each site and point of interest.

There are all sorts of species of plants and wildlife on the 94 hectares (38 hectares) of the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria. Keep your eyes peeled for cockatoos, black swans, and kookaburras. You can see Australian rare and threatened species, as well as roses, ferns, and species native to different parts of the world.

The Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria is open every day from around 7:30am to 5:30pm, with a later closing time of 7.30pm from October through March. The hours for the Visitor Centre and Children’s Garden are typically shorter—the latest times can be found on the garden’s website. Come early in the morning to avoid crowds.

There are tons of things to do when you're done visiting the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Melbourne:

• Melbourne Cricket Ground

• Yarra River

• St. Paul's Cathedral

• Federation Square

• Melbourne Skydeck

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Melbourne.