Welcome to our Botanic Gardens – a place to explore our regional plants in a relaxed garden setting, learn more about our rich biodiversity, and be inspired by nature.
Here’s a taste of what you can do at the Botanic Gardens.
Regional Arboretum
Soaring eucalypts, bright-flowered banksias, endangered Ormeau bottle trees – each plant is remarkable in its own way.
Experience South East Queensland’s native species in zones like the Regional Arboretum and Endangered Plant Trail.
Rotary Sensory Garden
Journey through a vibrant sensescape in the heart of the Botanic Gardens.
All the plants have been selected for their appeal to your senses – various colours, subtle and bold scents, movement that whispers or rustles, intriguing textures or appealing taste.
Story of Our Country Garden
Explore the trail that replicates the journeys of First Nations people, showcasing the regional plant life between the hinterland and the coast.
Bush Foods Garden
For more than 65,000 years, First Nations peoples harvested Australia’s plants.
The Bush Foods Garden celebrates the edible fruits, seeds, nuts and leaves traditionally eaten by the Yugambeh people.
And More
Discover the many enchanting places, such as the Gum Tree Corridor, the Mangroves to Mountains Walk, the Headland Garden, the Wallum Garden, and the new Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Woodland Walk.
With more than 20 zones to discover, you’ll find something new on every visit.
Garden Glider
Join 6 other passengers aboard the Garden Glider for a 45-minute guided tour.
About Friends
Since 1998, the Friends of the Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens has been helping to build and maintain the Botanic Gardens.
Our team of more than 100 volunteers plays a critical role in connecting people with our regional biodiversity and making nature more accessible to Gold Coast residents and visitors.
It’s fully tax-deductible.
As a member, you’ll get access to exclusive benefits – and the opportunity to help grow the Botanic Gardens.
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