Auckland’s best kept secret

Discover this wonderfully peaceful sanctuary in the heart of Auckland.  Wander through our 5.5 acre award-winning garden on the side of Mt Eden. Take a day or an hour to explore our many plant collections including perennials, vireyas, camellias, bromeliads and native New Zealand plants. There's always something in bloom. Enjoy the waterfalls, rock formations, resident native birds and fabulous city and harbour views.

We are open from 9 am to 4:30 pm during the Summer (1st September through 30th April) and 9 am to 4 pm during the Winter (1st May through 31st August). We are closed on Christmas Day but open every other day of the year. 

Admission to Garden and Cafe is $8 per adult, $6 for NZ senior citizens and students, children under 12 are free.

We've moved in!

We've moved into our new Visitor Centre and are delighted with our new space. We now have room for everything we need!

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Lunch in the Garden

Enjoy a lovely lunch served every day. Bring your friends and a bottle of wine (BYO $3 per person). Make a booking on 09 638 8385.

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