About Bundaberg Botanic Gardens
Bundaberg Botanic Gardens is a 27-hectare public garden on the north bank of the Burnett River in Bundaberg North, Queensland. Established in 1936, it is known for its extensive lawns, lakes, themed plantings and heritage attractions. The gardens house the Hinkler Hall of Aviation and the historic Fairymead House Sugar Museum, and feature a Japanese garden, rainforest walk and rose garden, serving as a major recreational and horticultural destination for the Bundaberg region.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect expansive landscaped gardens with wide lawns, ornamental lakes, shaded avenues, and themed areas including a Japanese garden, rose garden, rainforest boardwalk and palm collection. Paved and gravel paths connect picnic areas, playgrounds and water features. Within the gardens are two ticketed heritage attractions - Hinkler Hall of Aviation and Fairymead House - as well as open-air chapels, sculptures and birdlife around the lakes. The setting is flat, tranquil and family-friendly, suitable for leisurely walks, picnics and photography.
Key highlights
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27-hectare landscaped gardens on the Burnett River with central lakes and mature trees
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Hinkler Hall of Aviation located within the gardens
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Fairymead House Sugar History Museum - relocated 1880s plantation house
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Japanese Garden, Rose Garden and Rainforest Walk