Alexandra Gardens is a popular place for:
- weddings
- picnics
- end-of-year events
- other celebrations.
The decorative rotunda overlooks a lily pond. It's a beautiful spot for wedding ceremonies and photography, and other celebrations.
For more information about the gardens, visit our Alexandra Gardens page.
Before you book
You can book a grass area in the garden and the rotunda for your exclusive use.
We require at least 5 full business days notice.
You can apply to bring:
– up to 10 chairs and 2 tables for events.
You can't bring a marquee, arbour or other shade structure.
Visit our Before you book an outdoor space page for more information.
Rotunda cleaning schedule
Our staff check the historic rotunda every Friday, and on Saturday and Sunday mornings to remove litter, debris and hazards and report any damage or graffiti.
We aim to keep our facilities in pristine condition. However, as they are open to the elements and public access, we can’t guarantee that your facility will be free from damage.
We recommend that a member of your party does a last-minute check before your booking is due to start.
Public facilities
- Barbecue
- Parking
- Seating and tables
Public facilities are free for all park visitors to use. They are not included as part of a booking.
There are no public toilets at Alexandra Gardens.
Capacity
Gardens: 80 people
Rotunda: 10 people
Parking and transport
There is street parking available along Cotham Road and Gellibrand Street.
The gardens are 400 m from Kew Junction shopping centre.
Booking times
7 days including public holidays.
April to October: 8 am to 6 pm.
November to March: 8 am to 8:30 pm.
Booking information
Booking fees
| Space | Fee |
|---|---|
| Alexandra Gardens, Canterbury Gardens, Surrey Gardens | $170 per hour (includes exclusive use of the rotunda). Commercial hire fee $1800.00 per day. |
| Central Gardens, Wallen Road Reserve and Maranoa Botanic Gardens | $170 per hour. Commercial hire fee $1800.00 per day. |
| All other parks and gardens | $170 per 4-hour block. Commercial hire fee $1800.00 per day. |
| Event bond | minimum $200 |
Terms and conditions
Please read our terms and conditions of hire and parks, gardens and open spaces special conditions before booking.
Before you book an outdoor space has more information about:
- general booking information
- fees and bonds
- marquees and other temporary structures.
If a vendor is supplying any equipment, they need to provide public liability insurance.
Visit our Weddings in our gardens page for information about wedding bookings.
Contact us
If you have any difficulties using our online booking portal, please contact us on (03) 9278 4444 or email [email protected].