Adelaide Botanic Garden

Adelaide Botanic Garden is a 51-hectare botanical garden in South Australia featuring diverse plant collections, Victorian glasshouses, and formal garden sections. The grounds display plants from around the world alongside native Australian species arranged along thoughtfully designed pathways.

Colonel William Light identified the garden's location in 1838, but official establishment came in 1857 following a public request to Governor Henry Young. This gap between initial designation and formal opening shows how long the project took to develop.

The garden's design reflects influences from the Royal Gardens at Kew and Versailles, shaping how visitors experience the layout and plantings today. These European inspirations remain visible in the formal sections and pathways throughout the grounds.

The garden is easily walkable and organized into specialized areas for different interests, from drought-resistant plants to orchids and roses. Visitors can explore sections based on their preferences and the time they have available.

The Bicentennial Conservatory, built in 1989, is the Southern Hemisphere's largest single-span glasshouse. This modern structure creates an interesting contrast with the older Victorian buildings found elsewhere on the grounds.

Location: South Australia

Inception: 1857

GPS coordinates: -34.91810,138.61100

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:47