Where to see jacarandas and spring flowers in Brisbane

Brisbane knows how to put on a nature show. Think of riverside gardens, shady picnic spots, lush tropical plants and jacarandas with their iconic purple and blue flowers.

Whether you're a local or a visitor, these colourful spots are perfect for enjoying Brisbane in bloom.

City Botanic Gardens, Brisbane City

City Botanic Gardens in Brisbane CBD is a great place to start your spring flower adventure. Take a stroll, enjoy a picnic or let the kids play while you explore this peaceful riverside garden. Sitting right beside the Brisbane River, it’s perfect for a lunchtime wander, a relaxed picnic or a weekend day out.as part of a longer walk along the river.

Keep an eye out for palms, figs, bamboo and seasonal bursts of colour along the paths. Visit during jacaranda season to see vibrant purple blooms against the Brisbane River and city buildings.

Make a day of it by following the river to Kangaroo Point Bridge or crossing the Goodwill Bridge to South Bank. Don't miss the iconic bougainvillea arbour, which bursts with colour throughout spring.

Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha, Mt Coot-tha

If you’re ready for a bigger garden adventure, head to Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha. Explore rainforest trails, a Japanese Garden and tropical plants, all in one place. It’s a choose-your-own adventure for plant lovers!

Every visit offers something different to discover. Take your time on the trails, look for birds and water dragons near the lagoon, and enjoy a shady breather under the trees.

Want to stretch the outing? Add the Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium or swing up to the Mt Coot-tha Lookout for one of the best views in town.

Chase the jacarandas

Nothing says springtime in Brisbane quite like jacarandas and their iconic purple flower.

Find some of Brisbane's best jacaranda displays at Kangaroo Point, Wilson Outlook Reserve, or the University of Queensland.

Add a few more colourful stops

Still got flower power left in you?

Wander tthrough landscaped gardens and open green spaces at Roma Street Parkland, just a short walk from the city.

Sherwood Arboretum is quieter and wonderfully leafy, with river views and Australian native trees.

You don't need to visit a major garden to enjoy Brisbane in bloom. Look for seasonal colour in suburbs such as Yeronga, Toowong and Paddington, including Brisbane Golden Wattle (Acacia fimbriata).

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