The fun-filled Kids Day Out is returning to MCEC, supported by City of Melbourne, this Good Friday! Enjoy a range of activities, including carnival rides, Classic Cars, a
We are proud to be launching our Social Saturday Events at Grattan House, our Respite Accommodation in the city! Each month is a different theme, ranging from Desser
Melbourne’s favourite book club will return for its tenth year in 2023, with a new booklist and some exciting new features. From Tolstoy to Antigone, it'
The Melbourne Fair is returning this March (Thursday 23rd March -Sunday 26th March) to turn Caulfield Racecourse into a treasure trove of Australia’s most unique pieces
For the very first time in its 52-year history, Circus Royale is coming to St Kilda waterfront, under the mighty state-of-the-art Big Top this school holiday season playi
Melbourne: Melbourne Gardens Explorer Minibus Tour
Tours
Culture & history
Activities
Sightseeing on wheels
Reseller exclusions
Nature & adventure
Outdoor activities
Family-friendly activities
Discover the beauty of Melbourne's inner-city oasis and enjoy live commentary in the comfort of an open-air minibus. Admire rolling lawns and the stunning living collections at Melbourne Gardens.
Highlights
Explore Melbourne's Royal Botanic Gardens on a short guided tour by minibus
Discover 8,500+ species of plants spread across 38 hectares of pristine gardens
Admire rolling lawns and the stunning plant collections at Melbourne Gardens
Get the kids exploring nature at the Ian Potter Foundation Children's Garden
Search for nesting waterbirds and frogs around the picturesque ornamental lake
Description
Discover the peaceful oasis of Melbourne Gardens on a 30-minute open-air minibus tour. Admire the diverse collection of plants and trees with live commentary along the way.
Before and after the tour you are free to wander the gardens at leisure and enjoy the abundant nature to be found. The Melbourne Gardens are popular with bird-watchers with several species of water birds nesting around the ornamental lake.
Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne has been a treasured part of Melbourne’s cultural life for more than 170 years. It is a picturesque haven for recreation and an important resource for education, conservation, science, and horticulture.
Extending over 38 hectares Melbourne Gardens houses a collection of more than 8,500 species of plants from around the world. The collection includes diverse plant species such as camellias, rainforest flora, cacti and succulents, roses, Californian species, herbs, perennials, and cycads.
For the young ones, the Ian Potter Foundation Children's Garden, located at Melbourne Gardens, is a magical place for children to discover the world of plants. It is a tourism award-winning Children's Garden full of interesting and interactive places to play and explore.
Includes
Melbourne Gardens entry fee
Bus tour with live guide
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
My Guide Melbourne is part of the global My Guide Network of Online & Mobile travel guides.
We are now in 120+ Destinations and Growing. If you are interested in becoming a local travel partner and would like to find out more then click for more info about our Website Business Opportunity.