Experience the world's oldest living culture in the heart of Sydney

The Royal Botanic Garden Sydney offers an opportunity for local, domestic and international visitors to learn about the richly diverse history and culture of Aboriginal People within Australia.

One of our Indigenous Guides will conduct a tour where you will learn about Indigenous people, places and plants and in particular, the Cadigal People of the Eora Nation who are the Traditional Custodians of this land.

The Gardens was a site in which the First Nations people lived off and farmed for many years before settlement. The tour will allow visitors and guests to learn and experience Indigenous Culture with view of two of Sydney’s most iconic landmarks.

Will you support us?
The Gardens is a Not-For-Profit. Over 50% of our funding is self-generated. By attending this event and making a donation, you are ensuring that the Botanic Gardens remain places of outstanding horticultural beauty, our scientific institute continues to be at the forefront of research, and our education and learning experiences are accessible to all. Our work is vital to addressing some of the most critical environmental challenges facing the world today.

Where: Meet outside the Garden Shop/Visitors Centre

When: Every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday at 10 am (excluding public holidays)

Cost: $42 per person (children 7 years and under free)

Bookings: Bookings are essential online

Terms and Conditions: Full terms and conditions of booking available on our website

Groups: For groups of 10 or more or for private bookings please contact programs.info@bgcp.nsw.gov.au

FAQ's

Does the tour run in all weather?
Yes, the Aboriginal Cultural Tour runs in all weather. If there is an extreme weather warning from the Bureau of Meteorology we will inform you as soon as possible and provide a full refund or transfer. We do not provide refunds if you choose to not attend due to weather.
Do you have a student/concession/child price?
The Aboriginal Cultural Tour is $42 per person. Children 7 years and under are free.
Where is the meeting point?
Please meet your guide at the Garden Shop/Visitor Centre in the centre of the garden behind the restaurant. Please click here to view the location on Google Maps.
Can I pay on the day?
Bookings are preferred online so that our guide can be ready to welcome you on the day. If you cannot book online we can accept Visa or MasterCard payments on the day only. We cannot accept cheques, cash or American Express.
Is there parking nearby?
Limited metered parking is available on Mrs Macquaries Road. Public transport is recommended.
Refunds
As per our Terms and Conditions:

BGCP reserves the right to cancel any event in case of dangerous weather or if minimum participation numbers are not met.

a. Wet Weather
All booked programs will go ahead in wet weather. In the case of severe weather warnings, the BGCP may cancel and a change of date or refund will be offered at the BGCP’s discretion. Should this occur you will be notified via email.

b. Online tickets
No refunds apply for cancellation of tickets purchased online.
A request for a date change can be made in writing no less than 48 hours prior to the program commencement time. Approval of a date change is at the discretion of the BGCP.

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