Imagine saying "I do" surrounded by the natural splendour of the Blue Mountains Botanic Garden Mount Tomah. As the highest Botanic Garden in the Southern Hemisphere, it offers a truly unique and breathtaking backdrop for your special day. From vibrant seasonal blooms to panoramic valley views, this location is a dream wedding venue.
The Garden boasts spectacular, uninterrupted views over the surrounding World Heritage-listed wilderness. Locations like the Wedding Tree Terrace offer an incredible vista, providing a stunning, dramatic backdrop for your ceremony photos.
As a cool-climate garden, the landscape changes dramatically with the seasons. Whether you love the vibrant colour of spring blossoms, the lush greens of summer, the fiery reds and golds of autumn, or the crisp light of winter, your **wedding celebrant** will be officiating in a magical, ever-changing setting.
From the formal elegance of the Formal Garden Lawn to the secluded, natural feel of the Eucalyptus Lawn or the unique charm of The Beach with its cascading waterfall, you can choose a perfect spot that reflects your style. This variety makes it one of the most versatile **wedding venues near me**.
Unlike many outdoor locations, the Garden often includes a complimentary indoor wet-weather back-up venue (subject to availability) when you book a ceremony location. This takes away a lot of the stress for your big day, giving you peace of mind.
Despite its remote, beautiful setting, the Garden provides good amenities, including free on-site parking for your guests and a dedicated events team to help coordinate your day. Easy access makes it a popular choice for a spectacular **marriage venue** outside the city.
Yes, booking your ceremony location at the Blue Mountains Botanic Garden Mount Tomah is essential, and fees apply for the exclusive hire of your chosen venue. Fees vary depending on the specific location, the length of hire, and whether you require additional services like a wet weather back-up.
A typical 3-hour wedding ceremony package for an outdoor location often includes:
For example, as of recent information, a standard **Wedding Ceremony Package** (3-hour hire) for a popular spot like the Wedding Tree Terrace has been listed for approximately $1,800, and for the Heath & Heather Garden, approximately $1,260. An additional fee (e.g., $500) may apply for an indoor wet weather back-up venue if it's not included in the standard package for your chosen location.
For current pricing, booking availability, and to secure your date, you need to contact the official authority responsible for bookings:
The Events Team
Blue Mountains Botanic Garden Mount Tomah
Phone: (02) 4567 3000
Email: tomah@botanicgardens.nsw.gov.au
Website: Visit the official Botanic Gardens of Sydney website and search for "Blue Mountains Botanic Garden Venue Hire" for the most up-to-date information and rate cards.
Standard: 20 People. Add Guests: Add up to 100+ in total +$75.
You can have up to 20 people (the 2 of you and 18 guests) at your ceremony. This excludes children under 6 years old. For an additional fee of $75, this number can be increased to 100+ people in total. To add guests after your initial booking, go to the Add-ons tab in your portal.
I understand that, it is my responsibility to make the required booking with the park authority and pay any associated site fees directly to them.
Please aim to arrive 15 minutes prior to your ceremony (along with your guests) to ensure you are in the right location and ready to go at your scheduled time. The Garden is a large area, so a little extra time will ensure a smooth start to your celebration.
The **Blue Mountains Botanic Garden Mount Tomah** is located on the Bells Line of Road, approximately 90 minutes' drive from the Sydney CBD.
This is the most direct and convenient way to reach the Garden. The journey involves travelling west on the M4 Motorway/Great Western Highway, then taking the turn-off onto the Bells Line of Road (State Route 40) at Bell. Follow Bells Line of Road until you reach Mount Tomah. The drive is scenic but involves winding roads, so allow ample travel time.
The Garden offers **free car parking** on-site. However, if you have booked a wedding ceremony package, this often includes exclusive access to a dedicated car park (like Car Park 3) for your guests, which is a fantastic benefit for easy access to your ceremony location.
For larger wedding parties, hiring a private coach or minibus is a great way to transport your guests directly from a central location (like Sydney or a local Blue Mountains town). Confirm with the Garden's Events Team regarding appropriate drop-off and parking for larger vehicles when you book your venue.
While possible, getting a taxi or rideshare service to drop you off is easier than arranging a pick-up at the end of your event, as the Garden is in a more remote area. If you use this option, be sure to pre-book your return journey well in advance with a local Blue Mountains taxi service.
Now it doesn't happen often, but when it does you will need to shelter under trees or bring umbrellas - how romantic. Fortunately, the Blue Mountains Botanic Garden Mount Tomah is well-equipped for inclement weather.
When booking a wedding ceremony at the Garden, you are often provided with or have the option to secure a complimentary or low-fee indoor back-up venue for your ceremony in case of rain. This could be a space like the Waratah Room or another suitable indoor area, depending on availability and your number of guests. You should confirm this arrangement with the Events Team when finalising your booking to ensure you have a designated indoor option ready to go.
a) Public Park Acknowledgment
I understand that this venue is a public park and that no site fee has been charged for its use by you (the provider).
b) Guest Capacity
I understand the Standard maximum number of people is 20. I can increase this to a maximum of 60 people for an extra $75 (I will select Add Ons after booking).
I understand that if I plan to have more than 60 people, it is my responsibility to make the required booking with the park authority and pay any associated site fees directly to them.
c) Booking Duration
I understand the Standard booking time is 30 minutes, which is plenty of time for a beautiful ceremony. I acknowledge that this duration cannot be extended on the day of the ceremony.
If I wish to extend the time, I understand I must arrange this prior to the ceremony date for an additional $150 for an additional 30 minutes (I will select Add Ons after booking).
d) Confetti and Prohibited Materials
I understand that confetti of any sort, including natural materials such as flower petals, rice, glitter, or artificial equivalents, are strictly prohibited.
e) Public Liability Insurance
I understand that an additional fee of $50 will apply if Public Liability confirmation is required for bookings with more than 60 people.
