Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha

The Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mount Coot-tha are recognised as Queensland's premier subtropical botanic gardens. Founded in 1970 and officially opened in 1976, the 56-hectare gardens are a key attraction in the Mt Coot-tha precinct.

Entry to the gardens

Entry to gardens is free. The gardens are open seven days a week:

  • 8am-6pm in summer (September to March)
  • 8am-5pm in winter (April to August).

Access to the gardens (via pedestrian entrances) remains open to the public 365 days per year. For the safety of pedestrians, skateboards and scooters are not permitted.

Opening hours differ for the facilities and services in the gardens.

If you're planning a group visit, information on meeting points and toilet facilities can be discussed with Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha staff on 07 3403 2535.

Dogs are not permitted at any time (except for guide and assistance dogs) to protect the gardens and native wildlife with Domesticated animals (including native species) are not permitted at any time (except for guide, hearing and assistance dogs) to protect the gardens and native wildlife.

Parking and vehicle access

Free parking is available in the garden’s main carpark. You can also park at the Ada Street car park, across the road from the main entry.

Vehicle access within the gardens

Vehicle access to the roads within the gardens is not permitted on weekends, public holidays, or from 4pm on weekdays.

Bicycles can be ridden on the roads only and not any pathways.

Vehicle access to the roads within the gardens is sometimes restricted at other times due to maintenance work. To check if vehicle access is available, phone 07 3403 2535 during business hours.

Find what you need

The Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha visitor guide provides details about access, wayfinding and facilities in the gardens. The mobility map includes information on accessibility, including pathway gradients.

Find out about facilities and services including picnic areas, Queensland Herbarium, Mt Coot-tha Library, Planetarium and the Botanic Gardens Cafe.

Visit the Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha for great events and workshops for kids and adults, displays, exhibitions and free guided walks.

Find out how to get to the Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha by car, public transport, cycle or foot.

Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha offer visitors a living museum of native and exotic plant collections.

The Mt Coot-tha Visitor Information Centre is the gateway to the greater Mt Coot-tha precinct. Visit the information centre to plan your day.

There are three outdoor booking sites that can be reserved for weddings and other functions.

Find out more about the wildlife at the botanic gardens and why they should not be fed human food.

Take a free volunteer guided walk to learn about the plants and features of Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha.

Find information about community and school science, cultural and environmental education lessons, workshops and activities at Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha.

Find out about volunteering at the Botanic Gardens.

Entry to the Spotted Gum Trail, allowing access into the Mt Coot-tha Reserve, is located at the Australian Plant Communities garden. The gate is open daily from 8am-4pm.

Find the history of the Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha.

Friends of Brisbane Botanic Gardens and Sherwood Arboretum

The Friend of Brisbane Botanic Gardens and Sherwood Arboretum represent the interests of the communities of Brisbane and its surrounds to promote the overall welfare of the City Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha and Sherwood Arboretum. Find out more. 

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