The perfect setting for a family day out
The Roundhouse café is open 7 days a week 10am to 2pm daily. Serving tea & coffee, cold drinks, and a variety of snacks – the cafe is perfect for those looking for light refreshments to grab-and-go.
Or you can cook up a feast with our barbecues and picnic amongst the flowers.
Cafe opening hours are subject to change at short notice due to weather and staffing issues. Please feel free to ask at the gate on entry.

The Roundhouse Café
The Roundhouse building was the original cookhouse for the Araluen pioneers in the early 1930’s. Built from heavy stone out of the onsite brook, named ‘Stinton Creek’ which runs north south across the entire Araluen Botanic Park gardens.
The Roundhouse café is open 7 days a week 10am to 2pm daily. Serving tea & coffee, cold drinks, and a variety of snacks – the cafe is perfect for those looking for light refreshments to grab-and-go. Plus, for those with dietary requirements the menu also includes gluten-free and dairy-free options.

FAQS
Where can I buy tickets?
Do you accept Companion Cards?
Do you offer memberships?
We offer three different types of membership.
- Basic Membership – $40.00. Free entry to Araluen for the member for the duration of 1 year
- Friends/Family Membership – $100.00. Free entry to Araluen for the member and two guests
- + up to 3 children for the duration of 1 year
- Life membership – $1000.00. Free entry to Araluen for the member and two guests + up to 6 children for life.
All funds received from and raised by members contribute toward the maintenance and development of the Park.
Can I use my membership card in Springtime?
Please note that new memberships cannot be processed at the Gate during Springtime.
What should I bring?
With plenty of open grass, picnics are the perfect way to spend the afternoon at Araluen. Bring your favourite picnic supplies, and stretch out and enjoy a summer’s day. Take a walk through the park and visit some of our landmarks, such as the Old Swimming Pool.
Whilst we have limited mobile reception at Araluen Botanic Park, free public Wi-Fi is available throughout the Park. We are a smoke-free venue.
What can't I take into the park?
- Cigarettes and alcohol – we have a plethora of natural wildlife that calls Araluen their home. These items can cause damage to our flora and fauna, and negatively impact the environment.
- Rollerblades, bicycles, scooters, and skateboards – Araluen is a peaceful and relaxing park, and we want to ensure the safety of each of our guests. Please do not bring these items into the park.
- Drones, kites, and fireworks – these items have the potential to be dangerous to our guests, and the birds and other wildlife that live in our park.
- Pets – while we love our furry friends, they can negatively affect our natural wildlife species.
- Wedding parties, wedding photos, ceremonies, or clothing resembling wedding attire – at Araluen, we have a dedicated Wedding season where you are more than welcome to book a wedding ceremony, reception, or photography session. Please ensure that wedding-related activities are officially booked and are during the right time of year.
How big is the Park?
How do I get there?
If you are driving to Araluen Botanic Park we have plenty of parking bays available. Our friendly Gate Attendants will direct you to an available space upon arrival. ACROD parking is available.
If you are using public transport, we’d recommend catching the Armadale train line to the Kelmscott or Armadale Station. We’d recommend getting a taxi or Uber from the Station, as the nearest bus stop is around 4km from the Park.
Is Araluen Botanic Park wheelchair friendly?
The Chalet Healy Cafe is also wheelchair friendly, for easy access.
For more information, visit AccessWA’s website.
How do I book a group visit?
To book a coach group, please email customerservice@araluenbotanicpark.com.au or call us on 9234 2200. Bookings are essential for all coach groups throughout the Springtime Festival.