Mother's Day at Royal Botanic Gardens - Melbourne & Cranbourne

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Posted 2025-04-27 by Jen ⇒ follow

Sun 11 May 2025

Images - Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria

Give mum a sense of calm and a breath of fresh air - all the while, enjoying an idyllic, green space amidst nature, for Mother's Day on Sunday 11 May 2025 from 7.30am to 5.30pm at the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria's Melbourne Gardens , Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne. Enjoy the stunning gardens in the heart of the city. Find out more on the website and start planning a day to treat those special women in your lives - your mothers, grandmothers, and even special aunts. Whether they're craving a moment of calm or an unforgettable experience, this is the place for you. Just be warned that activities fill up very fast, so be sure to book in advance to avoid disappointment. See activities below, and find all details via given links eg timeframes, meeting place etc. Bringing sunscreen and mosquito repellent is strongly advised for all outdoor activities.

Forest Therapy for mums who want to unwind and reconnect with nature. Bookings are essential for these two hour sessions.

The Explorer – a relaxing ride for those who prefer to take it easy. Enjoy live commentary in the comfort of an open-air minibus as you discover the beauty of this inner-city oasis.

Punting on the Lake – a serene and scenic treat she’ll always remember. Cruise around the islands of the picturesque Ornamental Lake as you settle back in an elegant wooden punt to enjoy unique views.

Free Guided Walks to discover the beauty and stories of the Gardens. Led by a passionate guide, discover the remarkable plant diversity of this sanctuary in the middle of bustling Melbourne.

Aboriginal Heritage Walk - Journey into Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, a significant cultural site for the local Kulin Nation, with a First Peoples guide.

Cranbourne Gardens - Sun 11 May 9am-5pm

If you'd like to venture over to the Botanic Garden's Cranbourne Garden , Ballarto Road and Botanic Drive, Cranbourne, you could visit both places if it's not too taxing for you or go directly to the Cranbourne Gardens if it's closer for you. You'll be met with mesmerising red sand, bush trails to bike or walk, and plenty of free activities perfect for the whole family while enjoying the stunning native flora. Enjoy Mother's Day celebrations with special activities there, as per timeframes above, and make it an unforgettable day for mum. Pack your own picnic, fire up the BBQ , or treat yourself to a delicious picnic box or BBQ pack from Boon Wurrung Café . For various picnic areas and to find out more about the picnic packs, see here . Or you could simply dine there as they'll have special Mother's Day menus suitable for the whole family. See here for bookings , which is essential.

There's also free guided walks to enjoy at Cranbourne or you could explore the bushland trails . There are 10km walking tracks, 6km cycling tracks, a lookout tower, picturesque shelters, barbecues and playgrounds. Animals from all sizes inhabit the Cranbourne Bushland, including iconic Australian fauna like Eastern Grey Kangaroos, Swamp Wallabies and Koalas. For bird photographers, there are a multitude of endangered birds that call the site home or simply use it as a stepping stone within the greater landscape. If all this sounds too energetic, there's The Explorer open-air electric bus, with live commentary. From the Red Sand Garden, journey through the themed display gardens ending with the Eucalypt Walk, featuring only Australian plants. What a great way to spend a relaxed Mother's Day at both gardens. It can be as relaxed or as busy as you want it, with lots to do.