Blue Lotus Water Garden
Highlights
- Explore 50,000 square metres of vibrant tropical gardens, offering stunning vistas and millions of blooming lotus flowers.
- Wander through the famous Lotus Flower Season, showcasing breathtaking displays from 26 December to 20 March.
- Relax in picnic shelters and enjoy barbeques, perfect for families looking to unwind amidst nature.
- Stroll across Cochrane's Lake Bridge Walk, capturing picturesque views of the tranquil waters and lush surroundings.
The Blue Lotus Water Garden is one of Australia’s most spectacular seasonal gardens open to the public from 26 December to mid April each year.
The tropically themed water garden covers 14 acres featuring millions of beautiful lotus, waterlily and other flowers, stunning lakes, amazing vistas and wonderful facilities. Each year the garden holds two spectacular floral events starting with the famous Lotus Flower Season (26 December to 20 March) followed by their Autumn Flower Season (21 March to 19 April).
Featured attractions include: Giant Amazon Waterlilies, Tropical World, Claude Monet Waterlily display, Cochrane’s Lake Bridge Walk, Lotus Lake, Lotus Wetlands, Golden Lotus display, Flower Fairy Garden and much more.
It is recommended that visitors allow a minimum of two hours to see all the wonderful vistas and attractions.
Facilities inside the gardens include picnic shelters and barbeques, café and kiosk, accessible amenities, play spaces for kids, group pavilions and more. Located just outside the gardens is our plant and flower nursery and gift shops. They also have plenty of on-site parking and accessible parking.
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Accreditations
- Australian Tourism Export Council
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- Visitor Information Centre
Features
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Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Companion Cards are accepted.
- Accessibility information and photos, including of a bathroom, room and/or floor plan on their website (can be emailed on request).
Physical – Mobility
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
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