National Rhododendron Garden

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    National Rhododendron Garden

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    Volunteering in parks is a great way to contribute to conserving Victoria’s special places. The many personal benefits of volunteering include learning more about plants and wildlife, gaining new skills, being in the outdoors, improving health and well being and meeting new friends. Time spent in nature also reduces stress and promotes physical wellbeing.
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    National Rhododendron Garden

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    Need to know

    National Rhododendron Garden

    Safety in nature

    You can benefit both mind and body when you get outdoors to explore and experience Victoria's natural places. Before you go, take a look at our safety tips and check our changed conditions and closures information for a great visit.

    Accessibility

    Visiting a park can be more of a challenge for people with disabilities, however, in Victoria there are a wide range of facilities to help people of all abilities enjoy our wonderful parks around the state. Parks Victoria provides a range of a equipment, including all-terrain and beach wheelchairs, facilities, accommodation and accessibility information and programs to help you plan and enjoy your visit to Victoria's parks.

    Assistance dogs are welcome in Parks Victoria parks and reserves. Entry requirements apply for parks and reserves that are usually dog prohibited, such as national parks.

    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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      Opening hours

      The Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden is open daily from 10am to 5pm (last entry 4:30pm) except Christmas Day, days of Total Fire Ban and Severe Weather events. Entrance to the garden is free. Check current conditions on the day of your planned visit to confirm it is open.

      Cafe Vireya temporarily closed

      The third-party-operated Cafe Vireya (at the Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden) is currently not operating during the current lockdown period.

      The DRBG gift shop sells takeaway ice-creams, water and honey; as well as click and collect nursery plants and wall art. 
      Call the Gift Shop (10am-4:30pm 7-days) on 8427 2087 for more information.

      Garden Tour not operating

      The Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden's 'Garden Tour' shuttle bus is not permitted to operate during the current Victorian lockdown period.

      As per the State Government's Coronavirus roadmap, open-air garden tours can recommence when 80% of the population is fully vaccinated (expected from 5 November 2021).

      Please check the website for future operating details.

    How we keep it special

    Parks and nature are an important part of improving and maintaining health for individuals and communities and Parks Victoria has a clear role to play in connecting people with parks. We are committed to delivering works on the ground across Victoria’s park network to protect and enhance park values and to ensure parks are healthy and resilient for current and future generations. This includes world class conservation projects and environmental programs, research, facilities and experiences across the estate. 

     

    Two hikers reach the summit of Mount Nelse at Bogong High Plains
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