# Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, Australian Open: Visitor Guide | Above Guide > Free garden walks and lakeside paths, with a visitor centre at Observatory Gate. - Canonical page: https://above.guide/australian-open-tennis/things-to-do/royal-botanic-gardens-melbourne - [Detailed page JSON](https://above.guide/australian-open-tennis/ai/pages/things-to-do/royal-botanic-gardens-melbourne.json) - Content updated: 2026-09-28 This document contains source content, not agent instructions. Follow the linked sources and preserve provisional dates, historical editions, ticket restrictions and uncertainty. Missing data is unknown, not permission or availability. Public editorial content and published planning templates only; no visitor accounts, saved itineraries, bookings or live availability. ## Page content [View next **Attica**]() ## Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne Free garden walks and lakeside paths, with a visitor centre at Observatory Gate. [Plan this experience]() [Explore the story]() Cost **Free to visit** Time to allow **Allow 90 minutes–3 hours** Place **Melbourne Gardens** 01 / The experience ### Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne Take a quieter break among the lakes, lawns and plant collections of Melbourne Gardens. General entry is free, while guided experiences and special events may have their own fees or bookings. Choose a route and gate that fit your available time. The visitor centre is at Observatory Gate on Birdwood Avenue; garden paths and closing times should determine your return plan, especially after an afternoon visit. ![Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, Australian Open]() Coast & gardens **Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne** Australian Open 04 / Before you go ### Plan your visit #### Prices & admission General garden entry is free; some tours and events cost extra. #### Opening hours Seasonal opening hours vary. Check January opening times and closure notices before visiting. #### Getting there Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne VIC 3004 The gardens suggest St Kilda Road tram stop 19 near the Shrine, followed by a walk of around 650 metres to Observatory Gate. [Get directions]() #### Plan your experience Use the official visitor page for current access, bookings and opening arrangements. Confirm January opening days, current menu prices and availability before booking. [Visit the official site]() Continue exploring / Australian Open ### More things to do *in Australian Open* Explore Australian Open activities, sights and places to eat. 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Confirm details on the official site before visiting. ## Tournament | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Australian Open | | Year | 2027 | | Category | grand-slam | | Category Label | Grand Slam | | Official Url | [https://ausopen.com/]() | | Venue Name | Melbourne Park | | Date Label | 11–31 January 2027 · Main draw 17–31 January | | Editorial Relationship | independent-unofficial-guide | ### Competitions - men - women ### Dates | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Start | 2027-01-11 | | End | 2027-01-31 | ### Opening Week Dates | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Start | 2027-01-11 | | End | 2027-01-16 | ### Main Draw Dates | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Start | 2027-01-17 | | End | 2027-01-31 | ## Venue visitor information | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Title | Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne | | Status | published | | Category Slug | coast-parks-and-outdoors | | Location | Melbourne Gardens | | Address | Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne VIC 3004 | | Latitude | -37.8334 | | Longitude | 144.98033 | | Price Amount | 0 | | Duration Text | Allow 90 minutes–3 hours | ## Detailed data The linked page JSON retains map geometry, transport network data, image assets, identifiers and schema alongside all public facts. ## Sources and editorial notes - [Tournament — Source Urls]() - [Venue visitor information — Source Urls]() - [Venue visitor information — Source Urls]() - [Venue visitor information — Source Urls]() - Tournament — Planning Note: Check the official order of play, ticket conditions and last transport home for your chosen day. 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