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Flora Explorer

Flora Explorer
Flora Explorer

Overview

On a Flora Explorer Bus Tour, discover the diversity and beauty of the living collection of native plants at the Australian National Botanic Gardens.

Join an experienced Volunteer Guide in a relaxing 45-minute tour aboard the Flora Explorer open-air electric bus. Enjoy live commentary of the main highlights of the Gardens and hear stories about Australia's unique plants in a spectacular bushland setting.

Tours depart from the Visitor Centre on weekends and public holidays at 11.30am and 1.30pm.

Suitable for families and visitors with limited mobility. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The bus is not wheelchair accessible and is not suitable for babies due to seating requirements. During winter, they encourage bringing a jacket or a rug to stay warm while on the tour.

Tickets available online. Exclusive group bookings are also available by prior arrangement. Get in contact via email for group booking enquiries.

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Clunies Ross Street, Clunies Ross Street, Acton, Australian Capital Territory, AustraliaGet Directions

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

TripAdvisor ratingBased on 751 reviews

“Worth going for a look”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 3w ago by tonis550

We visited these wonderful gardens in winter and it also rained while we were there, but that didn’t ruin our visit. There is just so much to see with all the different types of plants/trees. The...

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“Absolute spectacular ”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 5mos ago by ASSINDIA1

We visited the Gardens for the first time and are absolutely amazed. The natural scenery is spectacular and we went on the tree fern walk including the 'mist effect' . The explanation around the walk...

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“Lovely Gardens but a bit Topsy Turvy at the Moment”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 9mos ago by car0leb66

I always visit the beautiful Australian National Botanic Gardens when I visit Canberra as there is always something wonderful to enjoy and walk amongst. It is usually a serene place to wander...

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  • Half Day or Less
  • Small Group Tour

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