Darwin Botanic Gardens

Darwin Botanic Gardens, Darwin or the George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens are bordered by the beautiful Fannie Bay and is situated over a low plateau and coastal plain. Before the development of Darwin Gardens, this landscape was covered with an Open Eucalypt Woodland that stretched up to the plateau and parts of the coastal plain.

Today, only some remnant representatives of the original vegetation remain along with the Mangrove community, which has increased due to drainage development. Apart from being a tourist destination in Darwin, Darwin Botanic Gardens also provide an avenue into the plant world for our enjoyment, scientific research, conservation and education.

Importance of George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens

- The Darwin Botanic Gardens are among the very few Botanic Gardens in a tropical region.
- The Darwin Botanic Gardens play a very crucial role in conservation of tropical plant species. Other tropical Botanic Gardens are predominantly in the 'Third World'.
- As the Darwin Botanic Gardens are uniquely located in the Wet / Dry Tropics they house a major collection of Northern Australian monsoon flora.
- Ethno - botanical collections in the areas of Aboriginal plant use and South East Asian displays are highly regarded.
- The Darwin Botanic Gardens are considered as the 'State' Botanic Gardens.
- The Darwin Botanic Gardens act as a springboard to the landscapes of the 'Top End'.

Visitor Information for George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens:

Darwin Botanic Gardens cover a sprawling area of 42 hectares and are located about 2 kilometers north of the Darwin Business District. There is a beautiful water fountain located near the lower entrance of Gardens Road along with floral displays, the Wesleyan Church, playground, barbecues and toilets.

An alternative entry and car park is via Geranium Street, which leads to the Information Centre and Office.

Opening Timings of Darwin Botanic Gardens:

- Geranium Street Gates remain open from 7.00am to 7.00pm, every day
- Gardens Road Gates remain open from 7.00am to 7.00pm, every day
- Information Centre remains open from 8.30am to 4.00pm on weekends and public holidays. 8.00am to 4.00pm on weekdays
- Plant Display House remains open from 8.30am to 3.30pm, every day