Redcliffe Botanic Gardens is a peaceful oasis in the heart of Redcliffe. Whether you’re looking for a leisurely stroll, a shaded picnic spot or a place to unwind with a book, this lush sanctuary offers a unique connection to nature.
With accessible walking trails and an abundance of native plant life, the gardens provide the perfect setting for a peaceful walk.
Mayor Peter Flannery said the gardens were a unique natural haven.
“Our beautiful Redcliffe Botanic Gardens give visitors the opportunity to experience up close, typical vegetation from the Moreton Bay area from woodland and rainforest to wallum wildflower areas,” Mayor Flannery said.
“Not only does it host a sensory garden, herb garden and permaculture garden, importantly the site also features original bushland, making it the only area on the eastern Redcliffe Peninsula where visitors can see the last known naturally grown grasstrees and wild iris on the Peninsula.
“Redcliffe Botanic Gardens also features a community nursery where our incredible volunteers from Friends of the Redcliffe Botanic Gardens can provide information, tours and also sell native plants suitable for local gardens.
“It truly is a tranquil haven right in the heart of the city.”
Explore Redcliffe Botanic Gardens
There are lots of areas to discover, including:
- Peninsula Herb Garden – A fragrant garden, home to an impressive variety of herbs, from medicinal plants to culinary favourites.
- Koala Food Trees – See if you can spot a koala tucked in the branches in this dedicated section of the gardens!
- Chorizema Spring – A calming water feature designed to resemble a pond system. The trickling water adds to the serene atmosphere. You might be lucky to spot a tree frog.
- Moreton Region Rainforest – Towering trees provide a cool retreat while offering a home to a lively colony of flying foxes. Look up, and you’ll see them resting before taking flight at dusk.
- Quota Garden and Amphitheatre – A beautifully landscaped space that can be booked for weddings and special events.
- Wallum Heathland – In spring and early summer, this area bursts into colour with wildflowers that attract birds, bees and butterflies – perfect for photographers and nature lovers.
Whether you’re a local or just visiting, the Redcliffe Botanic Gardens is a must-see destination for wildlife lovers of all ages. With its diverse landscapes, fascinating flora and fauna and peaceful ambience, it’s the perfect escape from our urban surroundings.
Redcliffe Botanic Gardens
- Henzell Street, Redcliffe
- Open daily from 6am to 6pm
- Entry: Free
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