OVERVIEW
Set against the stunning backdrop of Sydney Harbour and the city skyline, an oasis awaits: vibrant and world renowned gardens, heritage buildings, and romantic pavilions – perfect for wedding ceremonies, receptions, and photography.
The Royal Botanic Garden Sydney offers 17 unique indoor and outdoor venues and lawns. We have curated a list of our favourite locations to help you get started.
Exculsive indoor and outdoor venue hire options:
Waterfront Views
Romantic Garden Ceremony
Please reach out for further venue hire information of all our fabulous sites across Royal Botanic Garden Sydney.
Why you should have your wedding at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney:
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About
The Royal Botanic Gardens and Domain Trust is the oldest scientific institution in Australia. We have in our care the Royal Botanic Garden, Sydney, which is the nation's oldest botanic garden, established in 1816 on the site of the first farm in 1788.
Holly McDougall
Venue Sales Manager
Venue Features
Indoor / Outdoor Ceremony
Min 2 / Max 400 Reception guests
Min 2 / Max 400 Ceremony Guests
Time restrictions: 12:00 AM
In-house catering or 3rd Party Catering
3.00 hours Event time included
Music must end by 11:30 PM
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Location
Mrs Macquaries Rd, Sydney, New South Wales
FAQ
You can serve alcohol at your event. The Trust operates under an On Premises Licence which means alcohol is permitted at your event. We do ask you assist with the responsible service of alcohol (RSA) to your guests by:
The Rangers will ensure RSA requirements are adhered to and will remove any intoxicated persons (so behave!).
We request you use environmentally friendly packaging and serving containers which can be reused or recycled.
Bookings open 18 months in advance.
No animals, including dogs, are permitted inside the Garden except for an assistance animal that is in harness.
Our Tarpeian Lawn in the Domain is the one location that allows your furry loved ones be a part of your event.
To keep our lawns green and clean, the throwing of confetti and rice is not permitted. Flower petals are welcome but must be removed before leaving the area.
For wet weather coverage we suggest booking a lawn with a our beautiful pavilions or indoor venues. Please note no pop-up tents/marquees can be erected on the day.
We accommodate last minute bookings if you believe that it will be a raining day depending on availability.
Wet Weather Options:
Venues at the Gardens are a bare site hire. The venue hire includes exclusive use of your location, including set-up and pack-down time.
Vehicle access to the event site is only available for suppliers and must be under escort.
You can book a Supplier Escort into the Garden with a maximum of two Supplier Escorts per booking. Each Escort allows access for 1 vehicle in and out of the garden for set up and pack down.
We do not offer escorts for bridal vehicles.
Yes, you can use a low-volume, battery-powered portable speaker or amplifier. Please position speakers towards your area to minimise impact on other visitors.
You may have a live acoustic ensemble of up to four people or low-volume pre-recorded music. Bagpipes, drums, pianos or other amplification systems (such as electric guitars or keyboards) are not permitted.
Please note sound must be contained within the boundary line of your site.
The following items are prohibited to ensure the peaceful enjoyment of all guests and minimise damage to the venue. Prohibited items:
Metered parking is available on Mrs Macquaries Road and Hospital Road.
Secure underground parking is also available at the Domain Car Park and The Warf Wooloomooloo Car Park.
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