An idyllic escape away from the bustling city streets, the Royal Botanic Gardens of Melbourne is a perfect spot to spend time lost amidst the wonders of nature.
Getting There
This well-known Melbourne attraction can be found at Birdwood Avenue, around two kilometres from the city centre. Within a 12 minute drive from Somerset on Elizabeth Melbourne, the site can also be reached via public bus and tram services and is open daily from 7:30 am to sunset.
More information available at: https://www.rbg.vic.gov.au/visit-melbourne/plan-your-visit/getting-here
Plant Collection
One of two gardens that are a part of the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, this site features over 50,000 individual plants spanning more than 8,500 species from across the planet! Those visiting from a nearby hotel or service apartment Melbourne has to offer can spend time exploring its 31 living plant collections; sections of note include the Camellia Collection with over 950 camellias, the Australian Forest Walk and the Arid Garden.
Other Highlights
One of the key draws at the Royal Botanic Gardens of Melbourne is the Ian Potter Foundation Children’s Garden which offers fun interactive spaces for kids. The Guilfoyle’s Volcano water reservoir, the idyllic lake system, the Tropical Glasshouse and the Melbourne Observatory can also be found here.
Wildlife at the Gardens
Over 50 different bird species call this place home including avifauna native to Australia like the Bell Miner, Black Swan and Eastern Rosella. In spring one may see Murray River Turtles and Common Long-necked Turtles in search of nesting sites, while a variety of butterflies, frogs and insects reside here too.
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