1st – 23rd December
At the gardens we have over 150 different varieties of waterlily plants that producing thousands of blooms every day. Our displays, lakes and ponds feature many hardy (or temperate) varieties that love to grow in cool climates. And we have many sub-tropical and tropical varieties that produce a stunning range of colours.
December it’s also a time when the garden’s many trees, shrubs and plants are covered in new growth. And thousands of lotus buds start to emerge with more and more flowers opening each day.
And on weekends and public holidays we offer activities for the little ones including visits from the Fairy Queen. The garden is a great family venue with fantastic picnic facilities and plenty of space for the kids to run around and explore nature.
Special highlights of the World of Waterlilies Season
*Monet’s Lake and Bridge Walk*
*Tropical World and Kakadu Lagoon*
*World of Waterlilies Walk (under construction)*
*River Walk & Bird Watching*
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Discover our attractions and experiences
Monet’s Lake & Bridge Walk
Experience wonderful vistas and thousands of water flowers when you explore our famous bridge walk that run thourgh the middle of our largest lake.
Tropical World
“Kakadu Lagoon”
Discover the wonders of tropical plants and flowers including Australian natives on display in our Kakadu Lagoon.
River Walk & Bird Watching
Enjoy the wonders of our native enviroment with towering river gums and tree ferns. A great place to catch a glimpse of many native birds.
Fairy Garden & Kids Fun
Kids of all ages will love our flower fairy garden full of fantasy and fun. Meet the Fairy Queen on weekends and public holidays. For times and dates hit ‘learn more’ below.
Picnic & BBQ Facilities
Have a lakeside picnic or bbq with your friends, family or group. We have fantastic facilities with dozens of picnic huts, shelters and pavilions.
Lily Pond Cafe & Kiosk
Enjoy a delicious lunch with friends, family or that special someone overlooking the waterlily pond. Or grab a takeaway snack or drink from the kiosk.
Giants of the Amazon
See the World’s biggest waterlily species that can produce lily pads big enough to float on.
Dragons Trail
Meet our friendly dragons at the end of a magical trail that winds past waterfalls and through majestic lotus flowers.
Lotus Wetlands
Surround yourself in a virtual forest of huge lotus flowers that grow up to 6ft tall.
Lotus Lake & Golden Lotus
Witness the largest display of lotus flowers in the garden with thousand of flowers on display. See our unique Golden Lotus, one of the biggest lotus flowers in the world.
Autumn Perennial Garden
Surrounding our lakes and ponds are hundreds of garden beds planted with thousands of Autumn flowers that burst into colour during the cooler time of the year.
Plant & Flower Nursery
Start your own water garden at home or buy a bunch of flowers. Browse Australia’s best selection of lotus and waterlily plants.