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Sydney, located on the East Coast, is one of the oldest and most beautiful cities to visit in Australia. This popular tourist destination is multicultural and offers a lot of unique places and activities to explore for all age groups. From watching a show at the Opera House to relaxing on the golden beaches, Sydney has something for everyone.

One such place is the Hunter Valley Gardens which features the most stunning gardens in the Southern Hemisphere. If you are looking to spend a quiet day in Sydney, then you should go to the Hunter Valley Gardens where you can stroll around the 10 beautiful gardens that are home to gorgeous vistas including murals, statues, man-made ponds, and a lot more.

Why Visit Hunter Valley Gardens?

Hunter Valley Gardens was founded in 2003 by Bill Roche and is located in the heart of Hunter Valley wine country. It is home to 10 internationally themed gardens and is spread across a total of 14 hectares. The different types of gardens showcase different themes and have been decorated beautifully with waterfalls, beautiful architectural structures, topiary displays, and a lot more. In all these gardens, you can find around 6000 trees and 60000 shrubs along with 1 million ground covers to explore from all over the world.

Apart from the gorgeous gardens, there are 5 amazing rides that are available during the event periods to keep the young ones interested too. And for the kids, a visit to the Storybook garden is a must as it will take them through their childhood stories and fantasies.

Hunter Valley Gardens Ticket Option

Hunter Valley Gardens - Admission Tickets

With this admission ticket, you gain access to the beautiful gardens, various rides, and special events as well. You can visit Hunter Valley Gardens anytime on the selected date and can spend as many hours as you want. Since, it is not possible to reschedule, amend, or cancel the tickets, it is advisable to choose your date carefully when you checkout.

Best Way to Buy Hunter Valley Gardens Tickets

If you wish to save time and be safe while booking the Hunter Valley Gardens tickets, then buy the tickets online. This way, you don’t have to worry about the tickets running out for your preferred date and have your E-ticket ready several days in advance.

Discounted Hunter Valley Gardens Tickets

You will find that entry for children aged below 4 years is free and for children aged 4 – 15 years is available at a discounted price. You need to carry a valid photo ID to avail of the discount.

The validity of the Hunter Valley Gardens tickets is only for the date it has been booked for. You can visit anytime during the day and can stay for as long as you want in the beautiful gardens here.

What to See in Hunter Valley Gardens

Here are a few popular attractions that you can cover on your Hunter Valley Gardens tour:

Christmas Lights Spectacular

Hunter Valley Gardens Christmas Lights Spectacular is one of the biggest lights display events, with more than 2 million lights, that has been held here every year since 2007. This event begins in November and closes around January end and is one of the biggest displays in the entire Southern Hemisphere.

Gardens

Hunter Valley Gardens consists of 10 beautiful gardens and 8 km of walking paths that allow you to admire both native exotic plant varieties. These 10 gardens that you can explore are Rose Garden, Storybook Garden, Chinese Garden, Indian Garden, Italian Grotto, Sunken Garden, Border Garden, Oriental Garden, Formal Garden, and Lakes Walk.

Hunter Valley Gardens Shopping Village

Located at the entry, Hunter Valley Gardens Shopping Village is an exclusive collection of display shops that offer amazing dining treats, clothing options, jewellery, and so on. The Shopping Village is surrounded by beautiful gardens and is next to the playground and the picnic area.

Hunter Valley Gardens Rides

A permanent addition to the Hunter Valley Gardens, these rides are operational only during the events and are a source of fun and entertainment for the young kids. Hunter Valley Gardens Rides include Swing Chair, Carousel, Superslide, Ferris Wheel, and Tea Cup. There are also Inflatables and Hunter Valley Gardens Train available to keep the young ones happy during a visit here.

Hunter Valley Gardens Mega Creatures

During the school holidays in New South Wales, Hunter Valley Gardens introduce mega creatures in their gardens and rides. These mega creatures include statues and animatronics of dragons, dinosaurs such as T-Rex, Triceratops, Stegosaurus, and so on to keep the kids entertained.

Hunter Valley Gardens Snow Time

Organized every winter season, Hunter Valley Gardens Snow Time in the Garden is the perfect way for families to enjoy winter days together. There are a lot of activities operational at this time such as ice skating rinks, snow rides, toboggan slides, and a lot more that can be enjoyed by all ages.

Plan Your Visit to Hunter Valley Gardens

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Hunter Valley Gardens is open from 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM every day of the week, throughout the year except for Christmas Day.

There is no limitation to how many hours you can spend here during your visit. Generally, you can expect to spend around 4-5 hours here exploring the gardens and the rides.

Car: If you are visiting from Sydney, then you can drive to Hunter Valley Gardens as it is just a 3-hour drive. Use the M1, turn off at the Cessnock or Vineyards Exit, and then follow the signs to Pokolbin.

Bus or Train: Take a suburban train to Morisset Station from Sydney and then get on a bus to Cessnock. You can also take a regional trainlink train from Sydney to Singleton and then hire a cab to Cessnock.

Another option is to take the Hunter line train from Newcastle to Maitland and Singleton and then transfer to Cessnock.

Air: You can take a flight to Newcastle airport and then hire a taxi or rent a car to Hunter Valley Gardens. It is just a 5-minute drive from the airport.

The best time to visit Hunter Valley Gardens is the autumn season starting from March and ending in May. During this time, the temperature is pleasant with fewer chances of rainfall.

If you wish to make the most of your Hunter Valley Gardens ticket, then come early in the morning as soon as the place opens up to enjoy some quiet, alone time in the gardens here.

You have an amazing selection of dining options to choose from in the Hunter Valley Gardens area. Here are a few popular cafes and restaurants to check out in and around Hunter Valley Gardens – Harrigan’s Bistro, Garden Terrace Café, The Cellar Restaurant, Oscars, elements bar & dining, and Harrigan’s Burger Bar.

There are two Hunter Valley Gardens accommodation options that are ideal for staying in the heart of the Hunter Valley wine country and explore this region. Mercure Resort Hunter Valley Gardens and Harrigan’s Hunter Valley are at a walkable distance from Hunter Valley Gardens and are perfect for families, couples, and groups.

Hunter Valley Gardens has received multiple awards over the years and offers a lot to explore and do both in and around the Gardens. Here are a few things to do here:

Explore the 10 internationally themed gardens.
Enjoy the exciting rides during the events.
Shop and dine at the Hunter Valley Gardens Shopping Village located just outside.
Try out the amazing selection of dining options and fine dining that are located near the entrance of the Hunter Valley Gardens.
Spend a day experiencing the icy adventure in the Hunter Valley Gardens Snow Time.
Admire the beautiful lights display during the Hunter Valley Gardens Christmas Lights Spectacular event.
Play with the mega creatures crawling in the Gardens during the holiday time.

Hunter Valley Gardens - Visiting Tips

Be sure to wear comfortable clothing and shoes as you will be walking a lot inside the Hunter Valley Gardens. There are 10 display gardens and 5 amazing rides for the visitors to explore here which can turn out to be quite tiring.
Use the Hunter Valley Gardens maps to plan your day in the beautiful gardens here.
To avoid the crowd, visit the Hunter Valley Gardens on a weekday, early in the morning.
Spend some time at the Hunter Valley Gardens Shopping Village where you will a general store, beauty salon, a chemist, and several good dining options.

Hunter Valley Gardens - FAQs

Q. Are Hunter Valley Gardens tickets available online?

Yes, Hunter Valley Gardens tickets are available online as they accept digital reservations only.

Q. What is the cancelation policy for Hunter Valley Gardens tickets?

You cannot refund, reschedule, or change the information on the Hunter Valley Gardens tickets so, make sure you book your online tickets carefully.

Q. What’s the cost of Hunter Valley Gardens tickets?

The cost of Hunter Valley Gardens tickets is AUD 30 and you can also avail some discounts on it, depending on the age of the ticket holder.

Q. Who can avail of a discount on Hunter Valley Gardens tickets?

Children under the age of 4 can enter Hunter Valley Gardens for free and do not require a ticket. Children in the age group of 4-15 years can enjoy a discounted ticket if they have a valid photo ID.

Q. How long are my Hunter Valley Gardens tickets valid for?

Once you buy your Hunter Valley Gardens tickets for your chosen date, then you can visit the Hunter Valley Gardens on only the chosen date. You cannot change or cancel the tickets so, make sure you choose your visiting date correctly when buying the online ticket.