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Mindfulness in the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

by Botanic Gardens of Sydney
Sydney, New South Wales
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10 Apr 26

Mindfulness in the Garden is a guided one-hour immersive experience that invites you to slow down and reconnect to nature. at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

Surrounded by greenery, you’ll engage your senses – observing, listening, and feeling – while gently quieting the mind. This simple yet powerful practice supports stress reduction, emotional balance, and mental clarity, while deepening your connection to both self and environment.

We love that even a single hour can create measurable shifts, including reduced cortisol levels, lower blood pressure, improved mood, and enhanced focus.

It’s held from 12pm-1pm on the first Friday of the month.

Highlights

  • This is a 1-hour guided activity led by an experienced Educator.
  • Grounded in research, this experience offers a gentle reset – leaving you feeling calmer, clearer, and more connected.
  • Make a day of it so you can continue your practice and soak up the beautiful surrounds.
  • Pack a picnic or nourish yourself at one of the cafes or restaurants in the Garden.

Making a difference

  • The team at the Botanic Gardens of Sydney build green spaces with communities to foster physical and mental health.
  • They are passionate about supporting environmental initiatives and make conservation genomic and climatic information freely available to restoration practitioners to guide decision-making.

A word from your host

Dr. Sarah Brikke, Learning Leader Adult Programs
“I love seeing people slow down, observe deeply, and connect with nature. It lights up their sense of wonder and awe, opens a peaceful, quiet, and creative space for reflection.”

Getting there

This experience is held on Gadigal Country.
The Royal Botanic Garden is about 5 minutes from Sydney CBD. It’s located on Mrs Macquarie’s Road, Sydney, NSW. Meet at Rathborne Lodge. The meeting point is the Visitor’s Centre.

Price

AU $25 per person.

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