Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha

The Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mount Coot-tha are recognised as Queensland's premier subtropical botanic gardens. They are a key attraction in the Brisbane City Council Mt Coot-tha precinct.

Founded in 1970 and officially opened in 1976, the 56-hectare gardens open daily from 8am-6pm in summer (September to March) and 8am-5pm in winter (April to August). Entry to the gardens is free. Dogs are not permitted at any time (except for guide and assistance dogs) to protect the gardens and native wildlife. 

Access to the gardens (via pedestrian entrances) remains open to the public 365 days per year. Find out more about various facilities in the botanic gardens, including opening hours. 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.

The Spotted Gum Trail can be accessed via the Australian Plant Communities garden from 8am-4pm daily. Find out more about this trail on the Mt Coot-tha Reserve page.

Parking and vehicle access

Free parking is available in the garden’s main carpark. Overflow parking is available in an additional carpark adjacent to the site, accessible via Ada Street. Parking is in designated parking bays only.

Vehicle access in the gardens is not permitted on weekends, public holidays and from 4pm on weekdays. Visitors can ride bikes on the ring road and road to the Australian Plant Communities area only. For the safety of other pedestrians, skateboards and scooters are not permitted. Find out more about vehicle access for the Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha.

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.

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. 

Last updated: 14 September 2023

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