Useful Information

  • Event dates

    20 June - 10 August 2025

    Wednesday to Sunday plus Mon 7 July, Tues 8 July, Mon 14 July & Tues 15 July during Victorian school holidays

  • Price

    Off-peak (Wed/Thur & Mon/Tues in school holidays): Adult $36, Conc $32, Child (4-12 yrs) $28, Family (2 adults + 2 children) $120, Flexi $50

    Regular (Fri/Sun & Wed/Thur in school holidays): Adult $40, Conc $36, Child (4-12 yrs) $32, Family (2 adults + 2 children) $136, Flexi $55

    Peak (Sat): Adult $44, Conc $40, Child (4-12 yrs) $36, Family (2 adults + 2 children) $152, Flexi $60

    Super Flexi Tickets: $85

    Booking fees and T&Cs apply.

    Tickets purchased on the day of entry incur a surcharge of $4 per person.

  • Location

    The entrance is via Observatory Gate near the Visitor Centre, Birdwood Avenue, opposite the Shrine of Remembrance

  • Session Times

    Tickets are timed in 15-minute increments from the first session each day. Last entry to the trail will be 10 minutes after the final advertised timeslot.

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Lightscape

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Step into a world of wonder as the all-new Lightscape 2025 returns to Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne this winter.

New sights. New sounds. A whole new journey. 

Whether it’s your first visit or a returning tradition, Lightscape 2025 promises an unforgettable night out.  

This winter, Melbourne’s award-winning immersive light experience transforms Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne into a mesmerising display of more than 20 brand-new illuminations.  

Wander through glowing floral canopies, marvel at the stunning ‘lawn of light’, and lose yourself in a landscape reimagined with artistic lighting and immersive soundscapes. 

Stroll beneath the stars, sip on mulled wine or hot chocolate and indulge in delicious treats - all while surrounded by a symphony of light and nature. 

Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly outing, a romantic date night, or simply an enchanting escape into the natural world after-dark, Lightscape offers something special for everyone.

Got a question? Our Frequently Asked Questions are a good place to start: FAQs.

Tickets on-sale now – don’t miss out!  



 

1st Image Credit: Hoya Flower Lawn by Jigantics. Photo courtesy the artist

2nd Image Credit: Geraint Lewis. Courtesy Culture Creative

3rd Image Credit: Hoya by Jigantics. Photo courtesy the artist

4th Image Credit: Mitch Lowe. Courtesy Sony Music

5th Image Credit: Mitch Lowe Courtesy Sony Music

6th Image Credit: Mitch Lowe Courtesy Sony Music

Featured images are indicative, and final light installations are subject to change.