Hobart City Centre, Tasmania, is where the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens are located, showcasing cool-climate gardens with a history dating back to the early 19th century across 14 hectares. The gardens feature a diverse plant collection, with many species present since the 1800s. Highlights of the gardens include the unique Subantarctic Plant House, a tranquil Lily Pond, and daily guided walking tours offering insights into the gardens' creation and maintenance.
Visiting the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens involves a 30-minute walk from the city center through the Queen's Domain or parking options at Lower Domain Road and Domain Car Park. While entry is free, a small donation is appreciated. Additionally, the Tasmanian Arboretum, situated 12 kilometers south of Devonport, houses a collection of trees from the temperate world in a serene park setting. The arboretum boasts the world's largest collection of Tasmanian living woody plants, Southern Hemisphere Conifers, and plants from northern hemisphere forests.