In Benowa, just 10 minutes from Surfers Paradise you'll find the Gold Coast Regional Botanical Gardens.
Planting began in 2003 and the gardens are spread along 31 hectares of land.
Areas include the the Horticultural Display Gardens, the Sensory Garden, the Mangroves to Mountains, the Butterfly Garden and the Rose Garden.
You'll find plenty of areas to explore, enjoy a picnic or just relax, outside in the sun.
Check the website for upcoming activities in the Gardens.
Just 10 minutes from the hustle of Surfers Paradise lies 31 hectares of stunning parkland, full of plants, birdlife, a picturesque lake with boardwalk and butterfly feature. There’s plenty of room for the kids (or the dog) to run, or spread out for a picnic. Smell and touch in the Sensory Gardens or stroll through the Mangroves to Mountains Walk, showcasing more than 12,000 native plantings since the gardens were established in 2003.
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