# Darwin Botanic Gardens

> Darwin Botanic Gardens: Explore diverse tropical flora and historical significance. (iPhone/iPad app by Northern Territory of Australia.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/darwin-botanic-gardens/id1472300632 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Northern Territory of Australia](https://appshunter.io/developer/685760990)
- Category: Travel, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13 · 107 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2019-10-09
- Data updated: 2026-08-18
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/darwin-botanic-gardens/id1472300632/reviews.md

## What is Darwin Botanic Gardens?

The George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens (The Gardens) extend over 42 hectares from the escarpment to the sea. 

The Gardens were established over 130 years ago and have survived World War II and multiple cyclones. Known for their collections of north Australian and other tropical species, The Gardens is one of the few botanic gardens in the world with marine and estuarine plants growing naturally.

There is an extensive collection of palms and cycads plus colourful displays of exotic heliconias, gingers, tropical orchids and bromeliads. The Africa-Madagascar garden has a unique collection showcasing the world's Baobab and Boab trees.

Opening Hours:

Admission to the Gardens is free and open daily from 7am to 7pm. Please check our Facebook page for more information and full opening hours.
The Gardens is a cool place where you can relax under a canopy of rain trees and tall palms in the heart of Darwin.

Parking:

There are two entries to the Gardens and parking in the Gardens is free.
Geranium Street Entrance, Is located at the top of the Gardens and is in close proximity to the Cycad Garden Snake Bean Community Garden and Holtze Lawn.
Gardens Road Entrance is the main entrance providing direct access to Eva’s Café and Gardens Visitor and Event Centre.

Accessibility:

The main paths in the Gardens are sealed and suitable for wheelchairs. There are also some maintained gravel walking paths. 
A mobility scooter is available from the Visitor and Event Centre free of charge but bookings are required. For more information or to book, call 8999 4418.

Facilities:

There are many facilities available for visitors at the Gardens. 
- Darwin's largest ornamental fountain
- Visitor and Event Centre 
- Retail Gallery
- a waterfall deep in the rainforest
- an amphitheatre 
- drinking water
- public toilets
- electric barbecues
- picnic tables
- children’s playground
- dinosaur display
- Eva’s cafe

Contact:

Phone - 08 8999 4418
Email - botgardens.darwin@nt.gov.au
Facebook -@GeorgeBrownDarwinBotanicGardens

## Key features

- Extensive tropical plant collections
- Marine and estuarine plant displays
- Palm and cycad collections
- Africa-Madagascar garden with Baobab trees
- Free admission and parking
- Wheelchair accessible paths
- On-site cafe and facilities

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/darwin-botanic-gardens/id1472300632/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Download of data in app does not work

*2024-04-30, version 9.0.122*

Useless

### 1/5 — Almost useless

*2021-08-15, version 1.0*

The map’s geo referencing within this app is out by a very long way … making the map effectively useless.  Not only that, but the map doesn’t show many of the relevant paths anyway.

You’re far better off just taking a photo of the map displayed upon entry to the gardens and using that.

## Frequently asked questions about Darwin Botanic Gardens

### What are the opening hours for Darwin Botanic Gardens?

Darwin Botanic Gardens is open daily from 7 am to 7 pm. For the most up-to-date information and any specific event hours, it's recommended to check their Facebook page.

### Is there an admission fee for Darwin Botanic Gardens?

No, admission to the Gardens is completely free. Parking within the Gardens is also provided at no cost.

### Can I visit Darwin Botanic Gardens with a wheelchair?

Yes, the main paths within the Gardens are sealed and suitable for wheelchairs. Some maintained gravel walking paths are also available.

### Does Darwin Botanic Gardens offer mobility scooter rentals?

Yes, a mobility scooter is available from the Visitor and Event Centre free of charge. However, advance bookings are required by calling 8999 4418.

### What kind of plant collections can I find at Darwin Botanic Gardens?

The Gardens are known for their collections of north Australian and other tropical species, including marine and estuarine plants. You'll also find extensive palm and cycad collections, heliconias, gingers, tropical orchids, bromeliads, and unique Baobab trees.

### What facilities are available at Darwin Botanic Gardens?

Visitors can enjoy Darwin's largest ornamental fountain, a waterfall, an amphitheatre, public toilets, electric barbecues, picnic tables, a children's playground, a dinosaur display, Eva's cafe, and a retail gallery.

### How often is Darwin Botanic Gardens updated?

The app was last updated on August 7, 2024, with version 9.0.229. This indicates regular updates to ensure functionality and content accuracy.

### Is Darwin Botanic Gardens suitable for children?

Yes, the app is rated for ages 4+ and the Gardens feature a children's playground, making it a family-friendly destination.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 9.0.229 — 2024-08-07

Minor Bug Fixes and Improvement

### 9.0.122 — 2024-03-11

Minor Bug Fixes and Improvement

### 8.0.145 — 2023-03-17

Small bug fixes

### 1.0 — 2019-10-10

No release notes.

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