Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan
Blue Mountains, New South Wales, Australia
Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan is the native plant garden of the Royal Botanic Gardens & Domain Trust, part of the Botanic Gardens & Centennial Parklands. Covering 416 hectares, it's the largest botanic garden in Australia, showcasing the very best of our native flora. Combine that gorgeous setting with a number of function venues, and you have a delightful setting for weddings, engagements, and conferences with a point of difference. The Garden offers functions endless photo opportunities and boundless picturesque backdrops; ceremonial lawns, lake views, a piazza, arbors and a restaurant with a sprawling verandah. In particular, the Bowden Centre is ideal for birthdays and social occasions numbering up to 150 guests.
Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan Function Rooms

The Enchanting Garden
Our most popular site and for good reason. The enchanting garden, with its verdant rainforest backdrop, sets the scene for a truly magical ceremony or cocktail reception. What makes this garden truly intimate, is that it is one of the few ...

The Award -Winning Undercroft
An award-winning architecture space for 300 guests and is the perfect location to host your next product launch or casual corporate cocktail event.

Telopea Foyer
Host up to 300 guests (depending on configuration) in this space that looks out across the courtyard toward the Cumberland Plain Woodland Conservation Area. The Telopea Foyer also features an area suitable for use as a bar and access to a k...

The Acacia Theatre
The Theatre features seating for up to 120 people (depending on configuration), a lecturn, in-room PA system with wireless microphones, data projector, projections screen and an AppleTV.

The Bowden Centre
Surrounded by natural Cumberland Plain Woodland, with easy access to central parking, the Bowden Centre is the Gardens most popular location for private functions and wedding receptions. With a seating capacity of 120 or standing capacity ...

Stunning Lakeside Lawn
Tranquillity and nature harmoniously collide at the Lakeside Lawn. Here, you’ll get the best of all worlds; rolling hills, majestic gumtrees and a peaceful waterside to exchange your vows. Perfect for larger weddings, this landscaped vista...

Marquee Lawn
Lawn weddings are very on-trend right now, and for good reason. Imagine a stylish soiree overlooking a stunning lake. After your vows, escape into the gardens for a private photo session with your bridal party, while your guests entertain t...

The Sundial Hill
Take in 360-degree views that extend all the way to the city skyline in the north-east and the magnificent Blue Mountains to the west with a ceremony atop Sundial Hill. This stunning natural setting, which overlooks the charming gardens an...

Wattle Garden
The Wattle Garden is home to two lovely wedding ceremony venues: Wedding Arbour and Wattle Island. During August and September, our nation’s iconic wattles paint the garden in vibrant hues of sunshine yellow -- but truth be told -- this se...

The Fruit Loop
Situated in the heart of the garden, The Fruit Loop is a private, intimate space that’s ideal for wedding ceremonies of between 50-100 guests. Expect perfectly manicured lawns, gorgeous greenery and easy access to the lakeside for photogra...

Lakeside Pavillion
If you’ve ever considered a casual wedding reception or casual social event complete with a picnic or a BBQ, then the Lakeside Pavilion is the right choice for you. While the vibes are casual, the views are as luxe as they come. Enjoy swe...

Woodland Picnic Area
Relaxing and laidback, the Woodland Picnic Area is the ultimate choice for casual wedding receptions, or casual social event. Install a marquee, bring in a food truck or arrange a delicious picnic to share with your guests -- this outdoor...

Eucalyptus Meeting Room
Host your next off-site meeting or symposium in the intimate surrounds of the Eucalyptus Room. This room can seat up to 30 (depending on configuration) and features a data projector with projection screen and an AppleTV.

Livistona Meeting Room
Host your next off-site meeting or symposium in the intimate surrounds of the Livistona Room. This room can seat up to 30 (depending on configuration) and features a data projector with projection screen and an AppleTV.

Persoonia Lab
The Persoonia Lab is the dedicated learning space, making the perfect location for your next training day. The lab's classroom-style seating has space for 30 guests. It comes equiped with a data projector and projection screen.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an event cost at Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan?
Please enquire for pricing and availability.
This may be subject to change due to seasonality, day of the week, duration and your specific requirements. For an accurate quote for your event please send an enquiry or contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.
What type of events can be hosted at Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan?
The following types of events can be held at the Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan:
- Wedding
- Christening
- Cocktail Party
- Engagement Party
- Function
- Birthday Party
- 18th Birthday Party
- 21st Birthday Party
- 30th Birthday Party
- 40th Birthday Party
- 50th Birthday Party
- Bridal shower
- Ceremony
- Baby shower
- Christmas Party
- Corporate Function
- End of Financial Year Party
- Networking Event
- Product Launch
- Trade Show
- AGM
- School Formal
- Seminar
- Trivia Night
- University Ball
- Workshop
- Corporate Offsite
- Conference
- Gala Dinner
- Bar Mitzvah
- Awards Dinner
- Meeting
- Residential Conference
- Exhibition
- Training
- Private Dining
If your specific event type is not on the list, contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts and they will check if The Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan is able to facilitate your event or will help you find an alternate venue.
How do I find out if Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan is available for my event date?
The best way to find out if Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan is available for your event date is to send an enquiry through or get in contact with one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.
Availability at many venues around the country is limited so if your date is flexible, please let the VenueNow team know and the venue may be able to provide a range of dates that suit your needs.
What catering / food and beverage options are available at The Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan?
The following food and beverage / catering options are available for guests at The Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan:
- Bar Tab
- External Catering
- BYO Drinks
- Filtered Water
- Inhouse Catering
- Coffee / Tea
For more information regarding food and beverage / catering options, please contact a VenueNow Event Booking Expert.
What steps are involved in booking an event at The Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan?
There are a few steps involved in booking an event at The Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan and the VenueNow team are here to do the heavy lifting for you.
Firstly, contact the VenueNow team by submitting an enquiry or speaking to one of our team members online or over the phone. We'll need to collect a few details from you, such as your:
- Event type
- Number of people attending
- Preferred event date & time (and if this is flexible)
- Budget (per person or total)
- Room layout
- Food and beverage / catering requirements
- Any other requirements
Once we've gathered these details, the VenueNow team will contact the team at The Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan New South Wales to check:
1) Can they host the event on your preferred date / time? If not, what are some alternate dates / times?
2) What is the estimated cost based on your event requirements?
This process tends to take around 1 business day on average to receive a response from the venue. Once we've received a response, the VenueNow team will contact you as soon as possible.
If you're happy with the proposed price and dates / times, the VenueNow team will connect you with The Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan Sydney to finalise your booking (which may include a site visit if you choose to do so).
VenueNow provides this service free of charge to you as we are paid a small fee by The Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan NSW Australia if you book via us.
I have more questions about the Botanic Garden venue hire options. How do I get in contact?
There are a number of ways you can get in contact:
1) Call the VenueNow team on 1300 647 488 during business hours AEST
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The VenueNow team usually reply within a few hours during Australian business.
What makes the Australian Botanic Gardens special?
The Australian Botanic Garden, Mount Annan is the Australian native plant garden of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney and covers 416 hectares. The plantings are designed to take visitors on an exploration of Australia's unique plant life with the Connections Garden being the premier Garden on the site. The Australian Botanic Garden, Mount Annan was the first botanic garden in Australia to be developed specifically for the conservation of Australian plants. The Garden's primary purpose is scientific with an emphasis on horticulture, plant ecology and education. The Australian Plant Garden holds a significant collection of living Australian plants, including many rare and endangered species, native plants and cultivars. The Garden consists of 30ha of cultivated displays in a native bushland setting. Many of the Garden's plants are displayed in themed gardens such as the Banksia Garden, the Eucalyptus Lawn, the Grevillea Garden and the Lechenaultia Gardens.
The four and a half hectare Connection Garden is a roofless museum demonstrating the way people and the natural world interconnect. The Garden is also one of the premier outdoor events venues in South West Sydney and hosts AnnanROMA Food and Wine Festival and the largest Carols event in the region in December. You can even head to the bird hide on Lake Nadungamba and see the spectacular bird life. The Garden also has a range of picnic areas and over 20 kilometres (12 mi) of walking tracks.
Where are the Mount Annan Botanic Gardens located?
It is located in the Blue Mountains, New South Wales, Australia.
Is there an on-site restaurant at the Australian Botanic Garden, Mount Annan?
No, but there are a number of picnic areas located throughout the Garden where you can enjoy your own food and drink. There is also a café located in the Visitor Centre which serves light meals and snacks.