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Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens

Queens Domain, Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
03-6234 6299
Ranked #4 of 62 attractions in Hobart
4.5 of 5 stars 114 Reviews
Type: Gardens
Traveller Description: The Royal Tasmanian Botanic Gardens in Hobart are situated on the eastern edge of the city, overlooking the Derwent River and the Tasman Bridge. As... more »
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Brisbane, Australia
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

Very picturesque! You need hours to wander around, and take it all in. Tranquil and interesting at the same time. Definitely worth a look. More

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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

This a lovely place to visit in the spring or summer with beautiful gardens and greenhouses. The Japanese garden is a highlight of the botanical gardens with a stunning red footbridge perfect for taking photographs on. There's a growers corner which kids will love as they grow all sorts of fruit and veg there including fruit trees, tomatoes, peas, etc.... More

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Sugar Land, Texas
2 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

stunning gardens with enough space to get lost for the day. More

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Tamworth
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

What a great way to soend a day. The gardens are vert well maintatned and interesting.Easy access and nice walk backinto town. More

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Swansea, Australia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

The RTBG has a world class collection of plants, kept within well maintained gardens offering insight into Australia's colonial origins and older indigenous plants. Well worth a visit at any time of year. More

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Canberra, Australia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

The botanical gardens are lovely to see and wander through, interesting, and the ultimate Hobart location for a picnic. Check them out on a sunny day. Great for families as well! More

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Australia
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2012

Beautiful site fabulous gardens the green house was a joy to see. More

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Hobart, Australia
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

A great and historical garden. Always pleasant to wander through whatever time in the year. The 12 days on the Island events and others that use the park at night make the place a great one to go to More

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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

Great mix of plants and well worth a visit in the summer (incl Spring and Autumn). Fuschias are amazing and wandering around lazily in summer is fantastic. Allow 2-3 hours for a good stroll / wander and while not a lot for kids to do, the paths and displays usually keep them going until you reach the kiosk. Scooters (some... More

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Hobart, Australia
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15 reviews 15 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012

Always a picturesque spot for a picnic or a walk. Close to the CBD with a cafe/restaraunt and shop. A must see in Hobart. More

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