The Botanic gardens are welcome change from the heat and dust of the city. They have a prized collection of plants and the gardens beckon a tired soul to rest and reflect. Spread over 90 hectares, the gardens do a brilliant job of educating people about botany and preserving rare flora and fauna.

Take advantage of the free guided tour that is quite informative. Also, visit the popular attractions in the city by following Canberra itinerary 1 day.

• For public safety in dangerous or potentially dangerous weather conditions, such as high winds or high fire danger, Gardens' staff may decide to close parts of the Gardens.
• Be safe in the Gardens. Walk on the paths and look out for those less sure-footed than you.
• To discourage animals that damage the collection there are no rubbish bins in the Gardens - please take your rubbish home with you or use the bins in the car park.
• To protect the special collection the following are not permitted within the Gardens: ball games, frisbees, kites, bicycles, skateboards, scooters, rollerblades, BBQs and fires.
• Domestic pets, including dogs (other than those registered to assist a visually impaired person), are not permitted in the Gardens.

• During the week ACTION bus route 3 runs through the Australian National University, along Daley Road, and stops close to the gardens.
• The closest stop is on Daley Road, across from Burton and Garran residential halls.

• The Gardens cafe
• Teatra Vivaldi Restaurant
• Boffins
• Subway restaurant

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