Imagine standing 1000 meters above sea level. You are surrounded by the unique cool climate of the Blue Mountains Botanic Garden.
The Blue Mountains Botanic Garden is Australia’s highest botanic garden. It is one of only two gardens worldwide within a World Heritage area. This Blue Mountains Botanic Garden specializes in cool-climate plants. These plants wouldn’t thrive in Sydney’s warmer conditions.
Originally known as the Mount Tomah Botanical Garden, it spans 28 hectares. An additional 244 hectares are dedicated to wilderness conservation. The Blue Mountains Botanic Garden sits on Mount Tomah. It is about 100 kilometers west of Sydney.
Entry to the Blue Mountains Botanic Garden is free. However, there may be a fee for special events. Free parking makes visiting easy. Accessible parking bays are available. Mobility scooters can be hired to explore the gardens. The Blue Mountains Botanic Garden provides accessible amenities.
The land where the Blue Mountains Botanic Garden now sits has a history. It was originally granted to Susannah Bowen in 1830. She was the mother of George M. C. Bowen.
The Blue Mountains Botanic Garden is home to over 6000 species. They come from Australia and around the world. You can discover rare species like the Wollemi pine. Enjoy seasonal colors and basalt cap forests. Explore remnant rainforests and take in stunning panoramic views. You can see sweeping vistas towards Sydney from here.
More than 150 native bird species live here. The air is clean and fresh. It’s a lovely place for a picnic. Tables, shelters, barbecues, and lawns are available. Children can run free. The Blue Mountains Botanic Garden is open every day from 9 am to 5 pm, except Christmas Day.
The Blue Mountains Botanic Garden is managed by the Botanic Gardens Trust. The Trust also manages the Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney. It manages the Australian Botanic Garden at Mount Annan.
The Blue Mountains Botanic Garden is listed on the New South Wales Heritage Register.