Just a 50 minute drive from Melbourne's city centre, discover the astonishing beauty and diversity of more than 100,000 native plants at the Cranbourne Gardens. You will find them displayed in settings that capture the essence of Australia's diverse landscape from the Red Centre to the coastal fringes. The award-winning Australian Garden comprises 11 precincts and facilities , boardwalks and viewing platforms on Howson and Gibson Hills. Tours, activities and programs in the Australian Garden provide a range of informative and exciting experiences for visitors of all ages. Take a Free Guided Walk or ride on The Explorer Bus to discover this amazing 15 hectare garden. From the Australian Garden, head into the bushland and picnic areas or visit the Gardens Shop and Boon Wurrung Café. The bushland has a state-of-the-art nature playground, hiking and biking trails. Visitors can also discover inspiration and information about how to use Australian plants in your garden. The Friends of Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne host a plant sale, where you can choose from a range of plants including grasses, climbers, border-plants, ground-cover, bushes, trees and more, many of which you will find in the Australian Garden. Please check their website for further details.