Wagga Wagga Botanic Gardens

About Wagga Wagga Botanic Gardens

Wagga Wagga Botanic Gardens is a things to do venue in Wagga Wagga, New South Wales.

Spread over 20 hectares, the entrance to these beautiful gardens is through Macleay Street, near the intersection with Lord Baden Powell Drive. The gardens offer a diverse range of garden types, including the camellia garden, bamboo garden, Island garden, and Shakespearean garden.

Visitors can explore the gardens at their leisure, enjoying the manicured garden beds and the collection of native flora. The cactus and succulent garden is a highlight for those interested in arid plants.

In addition to the gardens, there are several attractions within the Wagga Wagga Botanic Gardens. These include a music bowl, small zoo with a walk-through aviary, and Willans Hill Miniature Railway.

Kids will particularly enjoy the zoo and miniature railway. The Camellia Garden is a standout attraction within the Botanic Gardens.

Established as part of Australia’s bicentennial celebrations in 1988, it features a significant collection of camellias. The garden also boasts a traditional Chinese pavilion, gifted to Wagga Wagga from Kunming, one of its sister cities.

For those looking for a unique wedding venue, the Tree Chapel located in the Botanic Gardens serves as a fully functional outdoor church and is perfect for an outdoor wedding ceremony. Adjacent to the Botanic Gardens on Lord Baden Powell Drive is the Museum of the Riverina, which can be combined with a visit to the gardens for a full day of activities.

Established in 1969, the Wagga Wagga Botanic Gardens are a true gem and a perfect place to escape the hustle and

Good to know

• Type: Things to Do
• Area: Wagga Wagga, New South Wales
• Phone: 1300 100 122
• Website: visit ↗

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