Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt. Coot-tha
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Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt. Coot-tha
Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt. Coot-tha
4.5
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
An oasis for wildlife, the Gardens feature 52 hectares of plants from Australia and all around the world. Horticultural and art and craft shows are displayed in the Auditorium most weekends and free volunteer guided walks leave the Information Centre, Monday to Saturday (except public holidays) at 11 am and 1 pm. Alternatively you may like to explore the Gardens via one, or all, of the three self-guided trails available.
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Caterpie
Melbourne, Australia198 contributions
Apr. 2022
Beautiful garden and excellent customer service. We spent an excellent and enjoable day wandering around this garden. There are various sections, each focussing on a specific theme, e.g. tropical, australian bush etc.
Customer service reps have been wonderful, knowledgeable and patient in explaining the various sights and what to do.
The onsite restaurant is very slow in serving on the day we visited. All in all, an enjoyable and fun outing.
Tip: Best to visit early as parking in the garden is limited
Customer service reps have been wonderful, knowledgeable and patient in explaining the various sights and what to do.
The onsite restaurant is very slow in serving on the day we visited. All in all, an enjoyable and fun outing.
Tip: Best to visit early as parking in the garden is limited
Written 3 May 2022
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emtnems
Australia1,559 contributions
Mar. 2022 • Couples
Now these are botanic gardens. Not like the rubbish ones we saw at the Gold Coast.
You could easily spend hours at Mt Cootha. Well marked paths, great descriptions, plenty of variety, just overall excellent presentation. You could even bring the lunch along and do a BBQ.
You could easily spend hours at Mt Cootha. Well marked paths, great descriptions, plenty of variety, just overall excellent presentation. You could even bring the lunch along and do a BBQ.
Written 14 March 2022
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wing6rider
Canberra, Australia1,094 contributions
Feb. 2022
This was the highlight of our day visit to the mountain. A lovely quiet place with plenty of interest to see. As well there was an Adventure Cache to be found! YMMV
Written 24 February 2022
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curlyfries76
Queensland, Australia297 contributions
Jan. 2022
A real 'must visit' especially if you are not a local to Brisbane. The gardens are just immaculate. Definitely a lot to see. You can take a packed picnic and enjoy some skyline views. I'd also recommend a visit to the planetarium while you're there!
Written 14 January 2022
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Favour M
Marsden, Australia4 contributions
Dec. 2021
Nice environment for photo shoot and tourism. Beautiful view and a must see in Brisbane. i recommend this place.
Written 19 December 2021
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Gavin
Seoul / Perth11 contributions
Dec. 2021
Aside of the greenery - I especially liked spotting the many (large) lizards, water birds in the ponds and the flying foxes. The Mr Whippy stand was also a fave as as a water and icecream thirst-quencher. I travelled around the gardens via hire scooter (I walked a few kilometres too!).
Written 4 December 2021
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Dan L
Bunbury, Australia5,983 contributions
Oct. 2021
In hindsight, we should have visited on a cooler day, more hours to enjoy all that the park has to offer and yet we managed to view a wide selection of flora thanks to our excellent guide who knew all the short-cuts and shaded areas. We were surprised to learn that the gardens only officially opened in 1976 and yet are now recognised as Australia's premier subtropical botanical gardens. There is simply so much to see and enjoy that more than a visit is warranted. We did managed to enjoy the plants of the Tropical Dome, Fern House, Cactus House, Japanese Gardens, Kitchen Garden, Rainforest, Lagoons and Bamboo Grove and other sections. Great walking trails throughout to suit virtually all abilities but we did get a taxi to the lookout. Wonderful volunteer guide accompanied us and regaled us with her sublime knowledge of the various plants.
Written 8 November 2021
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ASTRID A
Gladstone, Australia2 contributions
Oct. 2021
Absolutely stunning and need to return to see more! All the gardens were filled with colour and amazing wildlife at every corner. Totally recommend and comfortable pathways throughout.
Written 27 October 2021
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia10,386 contributions
Sep. 2021
The Botanic Gardens at the base of Mt Coot-tha has beautiful plants from around Australia and around the world. The gardens specialise in sub-tropical plants, which grow profusely in Brisbane's favourable climate. Visitors can join guided tours at 11 and 1 pm. Please check on availability.
Written 15 October 2021
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djahnes50
Brisbane, Australia
Is there a list of plants/trees grown in the gardens? As a gardener i always like to see a tree fully grown before planting.
Thanks
Regards Dora
mmfm08
Kenilworth, Warwickshire, England71 contributions
Hi Dora, I noticed that the trees/shrubs etc were named but I didn't see any lists. Contact them direct, I'm sure they will be able to help you. Worth the visit.
Default0127202000
Brisbane, Australia2 contributions
Are dogs allowed?
Helena O'Toole
Brisbane, Australia81 contributions
I spoke with the Gabriel from Brisbane City Council and he advised that dogs can go into Brisbane City Botanical Gardens if on a leash, however, it is not encouraged due to the flora and fauna in park. Dogs are not allowed at Mt Cootha Botanic Gardens...Hope this helps... it is a beautiful place to see.... Thanks, Helena
Nikita Maslen
Marsden, Australia83 contributions
Is there onsite parking?
Where is best to park and prices if any?
kittykatus
Mango Hill, Australia98 contributions
Yes there is parking but it does get very busy.
gretaholzwart
bundaberg9 contributions
how time would you need to have a look around the gardens and is there an entry fee to the gardens.?
CarmenByrne
Cusco, Peru31 contributions
I agree with the above answers, duration just depends on your plans. Entry is free. There is a city bike station (bay of yellow bikes) where you can hire to ride around the gardens. They require prior online registration but first 30 minutes is always free if you return your bike to the citybike station within 30 mins. You can do this as many times as you want too. They are a good way to see the gardens and South Bank parklands (just across the Goodwill footbridge). Just Google Brisbane CityBikes for more info.
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- Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt. Coot-tha is open:
- Sun - Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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