In 1860, cuttings from Melbourne furnished the development of Ballarat Botanical Gardens. Some of the current trees dating back to this distribution. Today the gardens' fame comes from the begonia display and its extraordinary collection of 19th-century statues. Visit the glass house with the exotic flowers and the Adam Lindsay Gordon cottage, filled with locally produced arts and crafts. Take in the beauty of the Victorian Pleasure gardens with numerous statues throughout and a marvelous statue pavilion. Enjoy a sunny or shaded picnic or walk around Lake Wendouree and enjoy a coffee or meal at one of the many restaurants located along its shores. To visit Ballarat Botanical Gardens and get the most from your holiday in Ballarat, create itinerary details personal to you using our Ballarat itinerary app.
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Always excellent at the gardens. I remember as a child the wonderful statue of the flight from Pompeii and it is still as beautiful many years later. The gardens were in their Autumnal splendour and..... more
Always excellent at the gardens. I remember as a child the wonderful statue of the flight from Pompeii and it is still as beautiful many years later. The gardens were in their Autumnal splendour and..... more »
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Just the place to visit on a wet day. The flowers were so beautiful, and what is more enrty is free. Can recommend
Just the place to visit on a wet day. The flowers were so beautiful, and what is more enrty is free. Can recommend more »
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Beautiful gardens with lots to see. The greenhouse is filled with a seasonal display of the most beautiful colours. The prime ministers lane is quirky and the playground across the road is huge. Cafe also across the road with great views of the lake and the perfect hot chocolate. Toilets at the cafe and also in the gardens. Street parking.
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Beautiful gardens with sweeping lawns and shady trees, a large lake and plenty of picnic spots. If you prefer seated dining Pipers Restaurant awaits you at the lakeside. Clean toilets are available and plenty of parking. The Begonia festival help every year in March is an absolute must with a variety of plants available for sale. Not to be missed.
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