Kings park Perth botanical gardens covers 1003 acres or 401.2 hectares.

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Kings park Perth

A botanical wonderland

On my most recent expedition to Kings Park Perth I spent about 4 hours seeing the sights and I reckon that I only covered about 10% of it.

Kings park in Perth and it's botanical gardens cover 1003 acres or 401.2 hectares.

There were a number of differing types of people enjoying the park while I was there.There were single people, couples, Mom and Dad with their kids,Baby Boomers and the odd person or two sitting in the shade of a gum tree reading a book.

One thing that stood out was how friendly everyone was.folks walking past who said Hi, couples explaining what they had seen and offering opinions on what I should see and do next.

There are plenty of facilities at Kings Park from undercover picnic tables and seats and coin operated BBQ's and of course toilets.

After about 1/2 an hour I decided to have a small rest sitting on the grass under the shade of a huge Gum tree.

At this spot I was able to watch the assortment of fountains in the small lake which is part of the water garden here at the park.

Fascinating! view and so nice just sitting in such a peaceful surround. In the background you could hear the birds calling and I could hear magpies, crows, cockatoos and parrots and others that I could not identify.

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Kings Park and it's Botanic Garden showcase an outstanding collection of Western Australia flora.

It is a very popular place for picnics, pleasant walks, cultural and ceremonial events. Nearly two thirds of the Park consists of natural bushland containing 319 species of native plants and around 80 bird species.

The balance of the Park is made up of splendidly cultivated gardens and open recreational areas and even a Boab tree all the way from the Kimberley.

The Kimberley Boab tree.

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It actually wasn't until today that I realised that Perth Water viewed from Kings Park was so extensive and so beautiful. It really is a privilege to be here and it does not cost a cent to take a wander and marvel at natures bounty.

I was sitting on a wall overlooking the river when I noticed a couple on a Harley arrive. They hopped of the bike, wandered over to where I was and sat on the grass in front of me. Next thing they hauled out two plastic glasses and a bottle of sparkling wine and then proceeded to have a quiet drink and enjoy the view. More power too them.

This practice of having a quiet drink of alcohol is now banned in Perth by the police. But what was the hurt and who did they upset? No harm and nobody upset. A fools law.

The number of walking paths and the diverse types of gardens they wind their way through is quite amazing,

I need to come back and see more.The paths offer close up access to the various plants and trees which are usually signposted so that you know what they are. There is even a large Boab tree from way up in the Kimberley Region as shown above.

There is also a spectacular elevated walkway in the park which you must see when in the park.

Looking down from the walkway.

Some of the trees and plants I saw during my visit

red and green kangaroo paws

Geraldton Wax

Walpole Wax

Karri forest

Tingle forest

Jarrah forest

Grevillea

Acacia Wattle

Bottlebrush

Gum trees

A Kings Park Kangaroo Paw.

A view over Perth water from a pathway.

Also to be found in the botanic garden, are plants from eastern Australia and other Mediterranean climates. It's quite a place.

The Kings Park Kiosk, Botanical Cafe and Fraser's Restaurant are located on Fraser Avenue and all enjoy spectacular views over the city and Swan River. Aspects of Kings Park, also located on Fraser Avenue, is a unique showcase of Australia’s finest arts, craft and design.

Contact Information

Albert Facey House, Corner Wellington Street and Forrest Place,
Perth, 6000
+61 8 9483 1111
Free Call: +61 1300 361 351