Discover the beauty of the Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens, a volcanic mountain range characterised by rolling hills, steep valleys and dense temperate rainforest.
With live commentary from our experienced team, sit back and enjoy Victoria’s premier cool-climate Botanic Gardens while soaking up the views of historical landmarks, stunning flora and native fauna as you wind your way through the picturesque landscapes of this 100-acre park.
Bookings
Tours do sell out fast, so we recommend that all bookings are made online to secure your spot. Tours can be purchased on the day, either with our team in the gift store or at one of our QR code stations in the park, if availability remains.
For any additional information please call the gift store on (03) 8427 2087 (10:00 am - 4:30 pm daily) and speak with the customer service team.
Public holidays
Please be aware that the Botanic Garden Bus Tours do not currently run on public holidays.
Weather watch
In the event that a tour is cancelled due to extreme weather conditions in the park, one of our customer service team members will be in contact with you to process your refund or transfer your booking to another day.
Change of Conditions
Nature being nature, sometimes conditions can change at short notice. It’s a good idea to check this page ahead of your visit for any updates.
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Notices Affecting Multiple Sites
Dandenong Ranges Gardens - Autumn Foliage Information
Between March and May is the peak foliage display for the Dandenong Ranges Gardens (including Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden, Alfred Nicholas Memorial Garden, Pirianda Garden, George Tindale Memorial Garden & R.J. Hamer Arboretum). Over this 12-week period, the gardens bursts with a variety of autumn foliage colour.Being products of nature, the annual foliage display does not occur exactly at the same time each year, and from season to season. There is no “magical switch” that turns on all the autumn leaves all at once! While some trees might start changing as early as late March, generally the peak of vibrant colour is usually in the middle of the autumn season. The best time to see autumn foliage in Victoria is typically from mid-April to early May, with colours often peaking in late April and early May.The vibrancy of autumn foliage is significantly influenced by the weather during the preceding summer and early autumn. One of the key factors is consistent rainfall throughout the summer. Drought can stress the trees, causing them to shed their leaves early, as well as resulting in duller colours. Other factors to consider include the tree species; with different tree species changing colour at different times, with the exact peak-time varying depending on each location and tree type. Milder temperatures, cold nights and higher rainfall also contribute to more stunning displays. Likewise, too-much wind or heavy rain during the foliage display knocks the leaves off the trees prematurely!Unfortunately, in the lead up to autumn 2025, we have experienced above average warmer day and nighttime temperatures and much-less rainfall than normally experienced. We anticipate this autumn foliage season will most likely be delayed, less vibrant and of shorter duration. So far this year, we have not experienced any typical autumn weather conditions to support a successful 2025 foliage display.During autumn, we expect larger crowds, especially on weekends. Consider if you can visit mid-week or early in the morning when the gardens may be quieter. Parking is limited at most gardens, so if the car parks are full, we recommend you visit another site.Whenever you choose to visit, there will always be something new to see and discover. Seasonal changes ensure the garden is a year-round delight!Attachments: Explore stunning gardens in the Dandenong Ranges 2023 (4,237KB)