Best places: Gardens in Blacktown, Australia

Local artist’s small, romantic oasis, open to the public for picnics, walks & harbour views.

Picturesque garden featuring classic Chinese structures, a waterfall, lake & stone bridge.

👍 It's quite unique in Sydney. Although, it can be maintained better. The lake looks beautiful in the photos but looking closely it seems to contain something blue/greenish.

Tranquil hillside garden featuring 90+ varieties of camellias, along with waterfalls & fish ponds.

👍 It's nice, but to me it was nothing special really. It's for free and they have very good marked trails with different levels. It's basically a bush walk and you might get to see birds and flowers. There are a few waterfalls and there is a playground for kids. Everything is well maintained. If you'r...

👍👍 Even when this place is not in bloom it is still beautiful! Love having this place to visit in the park.

👍👍 Gorgeous and quiet garden to enjoy a walk or a nice picnic. Is dog friendly so you can bring your furry friend too. The plants and trees are beautiful and well take care of. Def a cute secret spot for a city break

Sleek 1950 home with mid-century modern architecture & furnishings, surrounded by bushland.

Low-key guesthouse on chapel grounds, offering modest rooms & apartments, plus a cafe & a museum.

Garden centre restaurant offering seasonal modern Australian meals in a tranquil, leafy setting.

👍👍 Wonderful place to sit and relax. Lovely gardens in a peaceful setting.

👍👍 Relaxing. Well maintained place. Love spending my morning weekends here. A breath of clean fresh air will take your stress away.

👍👍 Beautiful gardens, tasty granny-chic cakes (hand made by bone fide grannies) and interesting tour of the home.

👍👍 I was going to Stanmore,noticed the Park and God touched me as I sat down. I wasn't afraid but felt calm.Time with Eternity I wasn't afraid never again.

👍👍 A stunning vista point for Chatswood, North Sydney and the Sydney CBD on a perfectly cut lawn idyllic for photography and the occasional picnic. Take in the views from a formidable height and one of the best areas to take a break while exploring Cockatoo Island.