Every October, the whole of Australia is immersed in a purple sea. In Brisbane, there are well-known hotspots like UQ and Toowong. You can also see Jacaranda in the town of Grafton. Although it belongs to NSW, we think it’s worth the trip.
The town – Grafton is famous for jacaranda, and the nearly 4-hour drive from Brisbane will not disappoint jacaranda enthusiasts. The entire town is filled with jacaranda, and upon entering, you’ll be given a map by the staff, guiding you to the main road of the town, a prime spot for capturing the beauty of jacaranda. The jacaranda flowers all around truly make for stunning photos! In October, the town hosts various carnivals and markets. If you’re interested, you can experience the charm of the Jacaranda Festival.
Best spots to capture jacaranda
- Turf St: This street is covered with jacaranda, especially See Park along Alumy Creek, making it one of the best viewpoints.Pound St: The section between Alice St and Mary St is quite picturesque.
- Bacon St: Waiting here during a sunny morning sunrise will bring surprises.
- Prince St: Jacaranda is concentrated near the intersection with Dobie St, making it an excellent spot to capture the beautiful flower sea.
- Clarence St & Fitzroy St near the bridge are suitable for humanistic shots.
- Cranworth St
- Kent Street
- Gwydir Hwy (Ryan St)
Best time to see Jacaranda
Every year from late October to early November, Grafton town welcomes the jacaranda season and hosts the famous “Grafton Jacaranda Festival,” lasting for 10 days. This festival includes the annual “Jacaranda Queen” beauty pageant, a jacaranda fun run, a flower parade, and more.
Additionally, the town sells jacaranda-flavoured ice cream and organises various activities and performances. Some free activities extend beyond the 10 days of the “Jacaranda Festival.” Upon arrival in Grafton, you can visit the tourist centre to get a brochure of festival events to ensure you don’t miss any exciting activities.