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Lion Gate Lodge at Royal Botanic Gardens Sydney


Why you'll love this venue

  • Features beautiful open green spaces surrounded by the harbour and city landscape.
  • Able to cater diverse range of events including open air cinema, concerts, festivals, dance parties, sports and lifestyle events
  • With event organisers and suppliers that provide all your event needs from catering, lighting to AV equipment.
A stunning Victorian sandstone building boasting a private landscaped cottage garden, large permanent awning and paved courtyard. This unique venue is hired unfurnished, offering the flexibility to create your own theme and select your own caterer. Indoor venues are hired dry (empty room with no furniture). This means that you are responsible for providing all event services and infrastructure required to run your event, such as catering, furniture, décorations, audio and additional lighting. The Lodge is conveniently located on Mrs Macquaries Rd, with private entry for your guests. Contact our venues team to discuss booking your garden wedding, team building or corporate event here.

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Room Layouts & Capacity

Standing180
Banquet80

Amenities & Extras

$= Additional Cost

Food & Beverage

BYO Drinks
External Catering$

Audio Visual Equipment (AV)

Projector$

Other Amenities & Extras

Accessible
External Music or DJ
Lighting
Natural light
On-Site Parking$
Outdoor Space
Restroom
Room Hire Only
Security$
Smoking Area

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Hao

January 25, 2025

Royal Botanic Garden, Sydney The Royal Botanic Garden in Sydney is nothing short of breathtaking. Nestled right by the iconic Sydney Harbour, it offers a stunning mix of natural beauty, well-maintained landscapes, and incredible views, making it one of the most serene and picturesque spots in the city. Walking through the garden is an absolute delight, with its diverse collection of plants and flowers from around the world. The layout is thoughtfully designed, with wide, accessible paths that lead you to various themed sections, peaceful ponds, and vibrant displays of flora. Whether you’re a plant enthusiast or just looking for a peaceful escape, there’s something for everyone. One of the standout features is the unbeatable view of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge from Mrs Macquarie’s Chair. It’s the perfect spot for a photo or to simply sit and marvel at the scenery. There’s also plenty of open space to relax, have a picnic, or enjoy some quiet time surrounded by nature. What truly sets the garden apart is how well-maintained it is. The cleanliness, clear signage, and informative plaques make exploring both enjoyable and educational. It’s a free attraction, which is amazing considering the level of care and beauty on display. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, the Royal Botanic Garden is a must-see. It’s a tranquil oasis in the heart of the city and a shining example of Sydney’s natural and cultural charm. A well-deserved five stars!

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A D

January 19, 2025

Beautiful botanical gardens on Sydney Harbour. Great walks in the garden, sprawling views of the harbour from various vantage points. The entrance beside the Opera house is close to public transport (ferry, train, light rail) at Circular Quays.

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Raphael Nolden

January 26, 2025

Beautiful botanical gardens and Park which is a nice tranquil oasis right next to the CBD of Sydney and contains some really nice plants! It's also the perfect place to take photos of both the opera house and bridge at the same time!

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4. นุชนาฎ สายชมภู

November 28, 2024

I visited the Royal Botanic Garden in Sydney for the first time recently, and let me tell you, it was a total game-changer! I picked a spot right by the Opera House, so I had the most amazing view of the harbor bridge. The trees provided the perfect shade, and I swear, the birds there are so used to humans, they're practically posing for photos! It felt so peaceful and natural, even in the heart of a busy city. I saw people enjoying picnics, couples getting cozy, and everyone just taking in the beautiful scenery. As the sun set, the city lights turned on, and the whole place looked magical. If you ever find yourself in Sydney, you absolutely have to check this place out. You won't regret it!

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Kristin

January 28, 2025

I can't believe a resource like this is free! The gardens are beautiful, grand, and you can get amazing views of the Opera House (from the back) and of the water. There are plenty of birds here so it was fun to see birds I've never seen before. Beware there are also a lot of spiders...... I was afraid of getting too close to any plants I wanted to admire because I saw so many massive webs and spiders on them. You will also not catch me going down any side paths because who knows what's lurking in there. The gardens have a large variety of plants, trees, and flowers, but because I went in the heat of summer, there weren't many flowers bloomed. Nevertheless, still a pleasant place to have a stroll and the trees provide plenty of shade if you want to sit on the lawn, because hilariously all of the benches I saw were always placed in direct sunlight 😂 Admission is free (I still can't believe it), you don't need to buy any tickets, and you can enter from any of the gates closest to you. Be careful to note the closing times because they change according to the seasons (they close at sunset).


Venue Hours

Monday08:00am-Midnight
Tuesday08:00am-Midnight
Wednesday08:00am-Midnight
Thursday08:00am-Midnight
Friday08:00am-Midnight
Saturday08:00am-Midnight
Sunday08:00am-Midnight
Pricing Price on request

Event Types

18th Birthday Party21st Birthday Party30th Birthday Party40th Birthday Party50th Birthday PartyAGMBaby ShowerBar MitzvahBirthday PartyBreakfastBridal ShowerBucks PartyChristeningChristmas PartyCocktail PartyConferenceCorporate FunctionCorporate OffsiteDinnerEnd of Financial Year PartyEngagement PartyFunctionHens PartyMeetingNetworking EventProduct LaunchSeminarTrainingTrivia NightWeddingWedding CeremonyWorkshop