Blackburn Gardens

Unclaimed

Wow, 5 stars! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I almost missed this secluded garden on my walk from Rushcutters Bay to Rose Bay, but I’m glad I stopped by. It’s a beautiful, enclosed, multi-tiered (Italian style?) garden with a mix of Mediterranean and more tropical plantings. Although it’s right next to the main road, it feels like a world away. Once you walk into the garden, there’s a sense of tranquility and peace that’s hard to explain. It’s made up of a few different areas, each with its own design and aesthetic, and you really don’t know what to expect when you enter into a different section. There’s an entrance ramp off the main road, which makes it wheelchair accessible, and the gardens descend to a path that leads to Murray Rose Pool (also worth checking out) and a cafe. One recommendation would be to have more benches, as this is definitely a place I can see myself bringing a book to read or just sitting and relaxing. Highly recommend! I would even go so far as to say this is a place you should travel to see in and of itself, even if you’re not in the neighborhood.

Oasis of peace and quiet. Traditional colonial English garden, a little neglected by Woollahra Council, and with occasional inappropriate additions. But nice to sit, and remember how things once were, and the role of formal English colonial garden in the making of a British empire.

Lovely by day or at night. Especially with the addition of the Lindy Lee sculpture.

Cute little garden surrounding the gallery & taking you on a gorgeous little walk from Victoria Road down to Murray Rose Pool and Redleaf Cafe. Great serenity.

Blackburn Gardens is a hidden gem in Double Bay — peaceful, beautifully maintained, and perfect for a quiet stroll or picnic. The views of the harbour are stunning, and the manicured lawns and rose gardens add to its charm. It’s a lovely escape from the city bustle, ideal for relaxing or reading under the shade of a tree.