MyGardens Passes

A MyGardens Pass is the best way to get unlimited access to the Enclosed Gardens. Hamiltonians can register and get in for free.

If you live outside of Hamilton, an entry fee will applies to the Enclosed Gardens.

More information about the MyGardens Pass and who qualifies can be found below.

Live in Hamilton?

Get your free MyGardens Resident Pass and enjoy unlimited access all year round.

Live outside of Hamilton?

A single entry ticket will cost $20 for non-Hamiltonians, or you can buy a MyGardens Annual Pass for the special intro price of $39 (price valid until 31 Dec) - and unlock unlimited entry to the Enclosed Gardens all year round!

Live in Hamilton?

Anyone who lives or pay rates in Hamilton can sign up online for their free MyGardens Pass now!

It’s quick and easy to register and you can get your MyGardens Pass validated next time you are at Hamilton Gardens.  

How to get a MyGardens Pass:

  1. Sign up register your details.
  2. Turn up to the Gallagher Visitor Centre with your Hamilton proof of address and photo ID.
  3. Receive your MyGardens Pass. This can be saved in a smartphone. Physical passes will be available on request.
  4. Use your MyGardens Pass to come back and visit the gardens again and again.

Visitors under 16 years old can be loaded onto an adult's MyGardens Pass or get a free ticket on the day.

Proof of address can be:

  • a Utility Bill, or
  • a Bank Statement, or
  • a Hamilton City Council rates notice

Everyone who lives in the Hamilton boundary can get a free MyGardens Pass. To find out if your home is in the Hamilton City Council boundary, search your address here to check. If your address shows up, you are in Hamilton, if your address does not show up then you are outside the boundary.

Live outside of Hamilton?

If you live outside of Hamilton, an entry fee will applies to the Enclosed Gardens :

  • $20 single admission
  • $50 annual pass (special intro price of $39 until 31 Dec 2024)
  • free for under 16s
  • 10% discount for cardholders (e.g. SuperGold, Community Services Card, student ID).

Outer areas of the Gardens (not part of the Enclosed Gardens) can be visited by anyone. Everyone, no matter where you live, can continue to explore the bush walks, spot fish in Turtle Lake by the waterfall, walk through the rhododendrons, enjoy a picnic amongst the roses, visit the cafe, and play on the playground.

Upgrade to a MyGardens Annual Pass

Buy a MyGardens Annual Pass for the special introductory price of $39* - that’s less than two visits and enjoy unlimited entry to the Enclosed Gardens all year round!
*Limited offer until 31 December 2024.

A bird's eye view of Hamilton Gardens' enclosed gardens

Every entry ticket purchased to enter the Enclosed Gardens will help us to maintain our world-class facility through continued maintenance and upkeep of our 18 Enclosed Gardens and wider garden experiences and creating enhanced visitor experiences with ongoing improvements and educational resources.