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Not too far from Melbourne, you’ll discover a magical garden bursting with beautiful flowers. Spanning over 14 acres, Blue Lotus Water Garden has multiple ponds, lakes, ornamental bridges and more delightful features. Move through this dreamy space and discover the biggest display of lotus and waterlily flowers in Australia. Back for its 21st year, this garden is open to the public from December 26 to April 19.
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Wander the gardens and explore dreamy lakes, vibrant floral colours, exotic plants, waterfalls, fountains and more. Marvel at thousands of lotus flowers and waterlilies, blooming in every direction and in a myriad of colours.
The largest lake, Cochrane Lake, is 250 metres long, and features over 70 varieties of waterlily flowers, including a collection of Claude Monet’s original waterlilies. These flowers were planted in his famous garden in Giverny, France. Feel utterly immersed as you walk along the path in the middle of the lake, across 11 bridges, and look out for native water birds frolicking among the blooms.
With three kilometres of trails to explore, there’s so much to see and do! Explore the rest of the stunning gardens, and lose yourself in a kaleidoscope of colour. Wander around Lotus Lake and drink in the sight of pink, white and even rare golden lotus flowers. Stroll through Lotus Wetlands, walk among the blooms and see thousands of flowering plants, such as salvias, petunias, hibiscus and more.
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Head to Tropical World to find native lotus and waterlilies from northern Australia, as well as other exotic tropical plants. Don’t miss the Giant Amazon Lily, which can grow lily pads that reach 1.4 to 1.8 metres in diameter.
The Lotus Flower Season will run for the summer. Then, from March 21, the Autumn Flower Season will take place, and the garden display will slowly shift. Return to the garden during the cooler days and admire millions of colourful begonias, impatiens, sunflowers and more.
Fun for the whole family
There’s plenty of whimsical activities for the kids, with a Fairy Garden filled with cubby houses, slides, giant flowers and mushrooms, a fairy village, and more. Check out Frog Hollow and Todd’s Tree House. Then, go on an adventure along the Dragons Trail, and weave your way through the garden.
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On select days between December 26 and January 26, there will be additional, family-friendly entertainment, such as face painting, fairy appearances and magic shows. See what’s on the schedule here.
You’re welcome to pack a picnic or use the barbeque areas, or pop into the café or grab an ice cream from the kiosk on weekends and public holidays. The café is outdoors, and set along the edge of the waterlily pond, so you can take in splendid views of the flowers.
Start planning your visit here.
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📅December 26, 2025 to April 19, 2026
🕒10am to 5pm, subject to weather conditions
🎫From December 26 to March 20, tickets are $26.50 for adults, $23.50 for pensioner/seniors, and free for children aged 0 to 15. Booking tickets online is recommended, as tickets at the gate can sell out during busy periods.
📍2628 Warburton Hwy, Yarra Junction VIC 3797
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