Families

Explore our full range of nature based activities designed for the whole family.

cranbourne Gardens

Bees by Polyglot Theatre

Families

This school holidays, visit the bushland at Cranbourne Gardens for a day of bee-inspired fun and nature play.

04 Apr 2024 - 06 Apr 2024

FREE

melbourne Gardens

Nature Play Melbourne

Families

Learning Facilitators and volunteers will support your child to find joy in connecting with the natural world through a range of nature-inspired…

09 Apr 2024 - 10 Apr 2024

FREE

4 hrs

melbourne Gardens

The Explorer - Melbourne Gardens

Daily Tours

Discover the beauty of this inner-city oasis and enjoy live commentary in the comfort of an open-air minibus.

Seek and Find Nature Cards

Families

Collect a card from the Visitor Centre and explore the different landscapes and living collections as you search for all things big and small.

Daily

FREE

cranbourne Gardens

The Explorer - Cranbourne Gardens

Daily Tours

Discover the iconic Australian landscape on an open-air bus tour with our professional guides.

Seek and Find Nature Cards

Families

Collect a card from the Visitor Centre and explore the different landscapes and living collections as you search for all things big and small.

Daily

FREE

The Ian Potter Foundation Children's Garden

Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne

This beloved area is an oasis of nature play for families with young children. The Children's Garden is open Wednesday to Sunday, and also on Victorian school holidays and public holidays.

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Woodland Picnic Area Playground

Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne

Only a short walk from the carpark, this state-of-the-art nature playground and picnic area is ideal for families.

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Rockpool Waterway

Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne

Situated close to the entrance of the Australian Garden, this is an excellent spot for children to splash around on warmer days. Please note that the water is turned off at 4:15pm each day.

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