Useful Information
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Event dates
01 March 2021 - 31 December 2024
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Price
Free
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Location
Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne
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Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (x1 chair)
Fully compliant baby seat -
Call to make a booking
03 5990 2262
Book Seats
If your request is more than 4 days in advance, you can make your request online here.
Free Daily Shuttle
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The Cranbourne Gardens Shuttle Bus can be booked for transport between Cranbourne Train Station and Cranbourne Gardens for community members and tourists, including those with mobility challenges. The 8 seater bus is comfortable, wheelchair accessible (x1 chair) and has a fully compliant baby seat.
Please contact the Cranbourne Gardens Visitor Centre on 03 5990 2262 to make a request. We will do our very best to assist you, pending driver availability on your desired day to visit.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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