OCEANIA BRISBANE · AUSTRALIA

Brisbane City Botanic Gardens

Walk the 1.2-kilometre river edge beneath heritage figs, then cut through the bamboo grove and lily ponds.

What to expect

Brisbane's first botanic garden was established in 1855, and its mature figs still shade the paths beside the river. The 18-hectare grounds include a bamboo grove, lily ponds and a shared river path; free volunteer walks leave from the Information Kiosk at 11am and 1pm Monday to Saturday, except public holidays.

Free entry

Before you go

Entry and costs

The public gardens and self-guided walks are free. Council's volunteer walks are free; café purchases, metered street parking, event bookings and private tours are separate.

Visitor notes

The gardens are open 24 hours, but the café and kiosk keep their own hours. Council's free public guided walks usually start at 11am and 1pm Monday–Saturday, excluding public holidays; check before travelling for one. The river path is shared by pedestrians and cyclists, and surrounding street parking is metered.

Opening hours

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Published hours checked 1 November 2026. For holidays, temporary closures or event changes, check the official source below.

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Botanic gardenRiver walkFree day out

Official sourceBrisbane City Council — City Botanic Gardens

Visit Brisbane — free things to do in Brisbane

Checked 1 November 2026. Hours, entry rules and access can change; check this page again before you visit.

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