Australian Arid Lands Botanic Garden

Discover the beauty of Australia’s arid heart at the Australian Arid Lands Botanic Garden, Port Augusta. Featuring thousands of plants from Australia’s low-rainfall regions, the garden is also home to more than 150 bird species. Explore the garden, with stunning views of the Spencer Gulf and Flinders Ranges, on its many walking tracks and learn how plants survive the harsh inland climate on a guided tour. If you are looking for a fun place for children to connect with nature, their Arid Explorers Children's Garden has a lot to offer and is family-friendly. The Visitor Centre’s café offers delicious homemade desserts and meals and wonderful gifts are available from their unique gift shop. Plants can also be purchased from the nursery. Open daily, entry is free, with donation boxes available.