The National Bonsai and Penjing Collection

Lovely collection of bonsais. A nice patch with cacti - golden barrel, espostoas, cerus, notocacus lenighousii and various other succulents like sedums, agaves, aloes, etc. Liked the huge sloping lawns and treescaped hillsides. The slopes were being enjoyed by children flying kites, playing football and simply running around. Temperature was 10°C today but a good number of visitors had come. A microscope kept inside for viewing details of small flowers and fruits was a great learning tool for the children. The entire arborium being developed for preserving rare plants and trees is a great effort and I appreciate the efforts of the organisation from my heart!

If you are in Canberra, do not drive past this. Incredible work and artistry on display. The staff are knowledgeable and friendly. Truly a wonderful exhibition and testament to true dedication. You will feel transported into another world!

If you are visiting Canberra, this is a great location to take a breath and relax yourself in the wonders of Bonsai creations!

Nice experience seeing different ages of bonsai and varieties of trees in mini form. Just amazing and wish I have the expertise to do one at home

What can I say? I thought I'd see maybe 5 bonsai plants but there were dozens, maybe even a hundred if you include the ones out the back. Wondrous, magical, and a mystery of nature and human dedication to the craft.

Amazing display of Bonsai. Some are going 140+ years old.The hard work, care and affection to keep them alive is amazing. We were looking for tree that were close to our age and then realise there are much more older and some younglings there as well.This is also free entry and we only need to pay for car Park.

The craftmanship on each tree is awesome. If you are in Canberra you definitely want to visit this place. Specially if you are a nature lover.

A fantastic place, I've visited on Sunday and not much traffic around. Spent about half an hour and enjoyed my visit. It is amazing how these plants can live over a hundred years and still bloom like baby flowers.In Japan, many people have Bonsai at home. Life is fast phased but they are there like time stops...I would recommend coming here and doing a bit nice for your spirit.

This is an iconic Canberra destination. Bonsai trees that are 50 years old covering a mix of traditional and local species. Entry is free and the guides are knowledgeable, welcoming and immeasurably patient with questions from those interested, but inexperienced.

Super amazing exhibition! Definitely worth checking out in person, so many details that can’t be caught through screen. Even interesting for younger kids when looking at the ages of some of the plants and hidden statues within the branches ☺️ The guides are always lovely and happy to have a chat or leave you to a quiet stroll. Entrance is free, but there is a donation box at the exit as an option.