Stroll Through the George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens
Darwin, Australia • 
Must Do
Must DoDarwin, Australia
Must Do
Best months to visit
Jun, Jul, Aug
22°C – 32°C, june continues the dry season with warm temperatures, clear skies, and minimal rainfall, high crowds, peak season
22°C – 32°C, june continues the dry season with warm temperatures, clear skies, and minimal rainfall, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Wheelchair accessible paths; walking required.
Wheelchair accessible paths; walking required.
Value for money
High
Entry is free, offering excellent value for couples.
Entry is free, offering excellent value for couples.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Peaceful Stroll
Couples loved the tranquil paths, perfect for a relaxing, romantic walk.
Romantic Escape
Visitors found the serene ponds and gardens ideal for a quiet, intimate day.
Free Paradise
Couples appreciated the free entry, making it an affordable, enjoyable outing.
Hot Humid
Travelers noted the humidity in wet season might make the walk uncomfortable.
Limited Shade
Some couples felt the lack of shade could be a concern during hot days.
Crowded Paths
During peak season, couples found certain paths to be overly crowded.
Hours of operation
Monday
07:00 AM - 07:00 PM
Tuesday
07:00 AM - 07:00 PM
Wednesday
07:00 AM - 07:00 PM
Thursday
07:00 AM - 07:00 PM
Friday
07:00 AM - 07:00 PM
Saturday
07:00 AM - 07:00 PM
Sunday
07:00 AM - 07:00 PM
In-depth experience
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Watch curated videos from fellow travellers for a glimpse of what to expect.
Explore the lush greenery and tropical beauty of Darwin’s Botanic Gardens.
Take a peaceful walk through rare plants, flowers, and quiet ponds.
Discover nature’s best at George Brown Botanic Gardens in Darwin.
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
LOW
25-31°C
February continues the wet season with high humidity and substantial rainfall, averaging 376 mm over 20 days. Temperatures range from 24.7°C to 31.4°C.
February continues the wet season with high humidity and substantial rainfall, averaging 376 mm over 20 days. Temperatures range from 24.7°C to 31.4°C.
Open
Outdoor activities may still be affected by heavy rains and potential flooding.
Outdoor activities may still be affected by heavy rains and potential flooding.
Not recommended
February's weather is similar to January, with high humidity and heavy rainfall. Visitors should anticipate wet conditions and possible limitations on outdoor activities.
February's weather is similar to January, with high humidity and heavy rainfall. Visitors should anticipate wet conditions and possible limitations on outdoor activities.
March
LOW
25-32°C
March marks the tail end of the wet season, with temperatures ranging from 25.0°C to 31.9°C. Rainfall decreases to approximately 343 mm over 20 days.
March marks the tail end of the wet season, with temperatures ranging from 25.0°C to 31.9°C. Rainfall decreases to approximately 343 mm over 20 days.
Open
Some areas may still be affected by residual wet season conditions.
Some areas may still be affected by residual wet season conditions.
Not recommended
March sees a gradual decrease in rainfall as the wet season ends. While conditions improve, visitors should still be prepared for occasional heavy rains.
March sees a gradual decrease in rainfall as the wet season ends. While conditions improve, visitors should still be prepared for occasional heavy rains.
April
MEDIUM
24-33°C
April transitions into the dry season, with temperatures between 24.0°C and 32.7°C. Rainfall significantly decreases to about 105 mm over 20 days.
April transitions into the dry season, with temperatures between 24.0°C and 32.7°C. Rainfall significantly decreases to about 105 mm over 20 days.
Open
Most areas are accessible, though some may still be recovering from the wet season.
Most areas are accessible, though some may still be recovering from the wet season.
Recommended
April offers a more favorable climate as the dry season begins. Visitors can enjoy the gardens with fewer weather-related disruptions.
April offers a more favorable climate as the dry season begins. Visitors can enjoy the gardens with fewer weather-related disruptions.
May
MEDIUM
23-31°C
May marks the beginning of the dry season in Darwin, characterized by warm, dry, and sunny days with low humidity.
May marks the beginning of the dry season in Darwin, characterized by warm, dry, and sunny days with low humidity.
Open
No significant restrictions; all facilities are operational.
No significant restrictions; all facilities are operational.
Recommended
May offers pleasant weather conditions ideal for exploring the gardens. While visitor numbers are rising, the gardens are not overly crowded, making it a favorable time to visit.
May offers pleasant weather conditions ideal for exploring the gardens. While visitor numbers are rising, the gardens are not overly crowded, making it a favorable time to visit.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Public buses (routes 4 and 10) stop near the Gardens Road and Geranium Street entrances. Bus 4 serves the Gardens Road entrance, and Bus 10 serves the Geranium Street entrance.
Taxi
Recommended
Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber are readily available throughout Darwin and provide direct access to the gardens.
Walking
Recommended
Walking is a feasible option, given the gardens' proximity (approximately 2.3 km) to the city center.
Bike
Cyclists can use the paths along Gardens Road to reach the entrance. Bike racks are available on-site.
Car
The gardens are accessible by car via Gardens Road and Geranium Street, with free parking available at both entrances.
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
