Family day out

Nature Play

Get creative, get crafty, get messy and get immersed in a range of family friendly, nature-based activities at the Cranbourne Gardens these school holidays. Join our experienced Learning Facilitators under the shade of the eucalypts in the Kids’ Backyard and learn more about the different plants and animals that call the Australian environment and our Gardens home.

It's picnic and BBQ season

Bring the whole family and enjoy a day of outdoor dining, play, and relaxation at Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne. With spacious picnic and BBQ areas set in the beautiful Bushland, it’s the perfect spot for family adventures, birthday gatherings, or a fun day out in nature.

Boon Wurrung Café BBQ & picnic packs

Skip the hassle of packing—pre-order your gourmet picnic or BBQ pack from Boon Wurrung Café and collect it fresh, fast, and fuss-free.

Woodland Picnic Area Playground

This nature-inspired space is designed to ignite a love for the outdoors in children of all abilities. The playground features recycled and locally sourced materials, offering sandpits, climbing ropes, swings, and unique elements like Aboriginal Weelam Poles for cubby-building. 

Bushland bike tracks

Hop on your bikes and enjoy over 6km of easy-riding tracks winding through bushland and grasslands – perfect for a family adventure with the kids.

Kids Explorer Bus

This family-friendly tour is a great way to experience the sights, sounds and scents of the Gardens. Cruise past colourful landscapes, breathe in the fragrance of eucalypt trees, and discover why plants are so important to our planet.

Children ride FREE on the Kids Explorer Bus during the school holidays!

Seek and Find Nature Cards

Set your young ones on an adventure exploring the wondrous scenery, plants and creatures of Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne with our free Seek and Find Nature Cards