The Auckland Botanic Gardens is located on Hill Road, Manurewa, covering 64 hectares (156 acres) of land, including 10 hectares of native forest. Open to the public since 1982, the Auckland Botanic Gardens is a young garden by world standards.
Visit the award-winning Potter Children’s Garden, see some of New Zealand’s rarest native plants, take in the delights of the African Garden, smell the roses, and explore our rich collections. From Spring Blossom Valley to the Perennial Garden’s summer blooms, from autumnal trees to the Camellia and Magnolia gardens brightening winter days there is always something to delight and restore your senses. There is always something new to see and do at the Gardens! Keep an eye on the calendar for all events, including displays, gardening workshops, holiday programmes and family events. All year round. Winter hours are 8am-6pm.