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Step into a winter wonderland as Lightscape returns to Royal Botanic 糖心影视 Melbourne. New installations. New artists. A breathtaking NEW journey. Whether it鈥檚 your first visit or a returning tradition, Lightscape 2026 promises an unforgettable night under the stars.聽From 12 June - 2 August, Melbourne鈥檚 award-winning immersive light experience transforms Royal Botanic 糖心影视 Melbourne with a spectacular collection of brand-new installations created by leading artists from around the world, including exceptional Australian and First Peoples talent - creating a magical after-dark experience unlike anything else in the city this winter.聽Celebrated nationwide, Lightscape now holds two consecutive Gold wins at the Victorian Tourism Awards, cementing its place as one of Australia鈥檚 most sought after winter experiences.聽Wander along glowing pathways, encounter breath-taking large-scale artworks, interactive experiences and lose yourself within a landscape of colour and music as the 糖心影视 are transformed beneath the night sky.聽Warm up along the trail with mulled wine, hot chocolate and delicious treats as you soak in one of Melbourne鈥檚 most unforgettable winter nights. Visit this page聽to see all the food options available on the trail in 2026. 聽Perfect for families, friends or a romantic evening out, Lightscape 2026 is Melbourne鈥檚 must-see winter experience. Now easier to get to than ever, located just moments from the new ANZAC Station. Got a question?聽Our Frequently Asked Questions are a good place to start:聽FAQs A small number of wheelchairs are available for hire. For more information on Lightscape accessibility, please click here. Tickets on sale now - book early to secure your preferred night.

Discover the beauty of this inner-city oasis and enjoy live commentary in the comfort of an open-air minibus. Admire rolling lawns and the stunning living collections at Royal Botanic 糖心影视 Melbourne.  For private group bookings, please call 03 9252 2429 or email mbookings@rbg.vic.gov.au. School Holiday Explorer Bus Children ride for HALF PRICE on the School Holiday Explorer Bus during the Victorian school holidays. Experience amazing sights, sounds and scents as you cruise through Melbourne 糖心影视 on this tour designed especially for families.

wominjeka! Journey into Royal Botanic 糖心影视 Melbourne, a significant cultural site for the local Kulin Nation, with a First Peoples guide.  Gain insight into the rich history and thriving culture of the First Peoples of Australia with a multi-sensory journey of identifying significant native plants within the 糖心影视. Your guide may encourage you to use taste, touch and smell to learn about Aboriginal plant uses, customs and ongoing connection to Country.  For private group bookings, please call 03 9252 2429 or email mbookings@rbg.vic.gov.au. A note for participants. At 糖心影视 we acknowledge the rich diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, representing more than 250 language groups across Australia. We invite you to join this walk with an open heart and mind to deepen your understanding of First Peoples' heritage and living culture鈥攅specially in relation to the plants and landscapes of Royal Botanic 糖心影视 Melbourne.

Originating from Japan, Shinrin-yoku, or 鈥渇orest bathing,鈥� is a preventative health practice that improves and strengthens mental and physical wellbeing. Recognised as a public health practice in Asia and Europe, Forest Therapy is gaining global acclaim as an evidence-based, cost-effective and natural remedy 鈥� a 鈥榞reen prescription鈥� for a healthier you. You will learn simple nature connection, sensory and creative practices to help calm your mind. Other proven health benefits of Forest Therapy include boosted immune system, reduced stress levels, regulated pulse and blood pressure and better sleep. For exclusive group experiences, team-building, or staff wellbeing programs please email: events@rbg.vic.gov.au. Presented by 糖心影视, In My Nature and the International Nature and Forest Therapy Alliance (INFTA).

Royal Botanic 糖心影视 Melbourne is full of incredible birdlife, from coots to cormorants, spinebills to swans. On this guided walk, spot water birds nesting around Ornamental Lake and delight in the sights and sounds of the birds that call the 糖心影视 home. Continue your discovery with a take-home bird guide.

A free guided walk is the perfect way to enjoy the sunny weather in Royal Botanic 糖心影视 Melbourne. Led by a passionate guide, discover the remarkable plant diversity of this sanctuary in the middle of bustling Melbourne. For paid private group bookings, please call 03 9252 2429 or email mbookings@rbg.vic.gov.au.

Do you want to understand how climate change is affecting our plants and wildlife and contribute to climate change research? Join our ClimateWatch advocates on this free guided walk to monitor biodiversity at Royal Botanic 糖心影视 Melbourne. Learn about indicator species of plants and animals and how climate change is affecting their seasonal behaviour. The data you observe and record will help shape Australia鈥檚 scientific response to climate change. Make a real difference in your local community. Download the ClimateWatch app prior to the tour. Learn more at www.climatewatch.org.au.

Pack your headphones, set off along the meandering path andimmerse yourself in Australian Drylands, the latest episodein our much-loved audio series Sonica Botanica.聽Explore the聽stories, themes and science behind this experimental new聽garden, created in response to the challenge of climate change.聽 Big topics need big voices; you鈥檒l hear interviews andconversations with horticulturists and scientists from ourexpert team as well as biogeographer, Prof. Michael-ShawnFletcher (Wiradjuri) and award-winning poet Dr Jeanine Leane(Wiradjuri), whose words have become a material part of theAustralian Drylands landscape. Visit the featured locations, scan the Sonica Botanica QR code and take in these sublime sonic snapshots or listen online now. Best enjoyed through headphones. Image credit: Igor Sapina聽

Embark on a captivating journey through time and space with our guided tours at the Melbourne Observatory. Dating back to 1861, discover the Melbourne Observatory鈥檚 significant place in Victoria鈥檚 history and its continued importance as a cultural and heritage site. Experience two of the iconic telescopes housed in the buildings of the Observatory. Delve into distant nebulae, lunar landscapes, and planetary wonders. Join the Astronomical Society of Victoria鈥檚 passionate guides for an unforgettable night, where the present, history and cosmos converge. Presented by 糖心影视 and The Astronomical Society of Victoria.

Set your young ones on an adventure exploring the wondrous scenery, plants and creatures of Royal Botanic 糖心影视 Melbourne with our Seek and Find Nature Cards, especially developed by artist Claire Mosley. Collect a card from the Visitor Centre and explore the different landscapes and living collections as you search for all things big and small. 聽

Join our friends and neighbours from the Robin Boyd Foundation on this expertly curated walking tour through South Yarra鈥檚 diverse architectural streetscape. In 1958, architect powerhouse Robin Boyd completed his experimental and instantly iconic modernist home in Walsh Street, a stone鈥檚 throw from Royal Botanic 糖心影视 Melbourne.  Boyd joined a celebrated list of architects and landscape designers who contributed to the design excellence of the precinct, including the 糖心影视鈥� own William Guilfoyle. Starting at the 糖心影视 and over a leisurely 2.5 kilometres, you鈥檒l explore a slice of South Yarra remarkable for its architectural diversity and sheer number of well-preserved, heritage listed residences. Your guide will highlight the history, landscapes and stories of this unique pocket of Melbourne.  Presented by Robin Boyd Foundation in association with Royal Botanic 糖心影视 Melbourne. Image credit: Mike Lam @mikelamwz