The lavender season in Australia typically runs from November to March! This is the time when you can walk through endless fields of purple flowers is beautiful, romantic, and poetic. If you miss the harvesting season and if you want to see them again, you will have to wait until next year!
Going to a lavender farm near you for a romantic weekend getaway is an absolute must-do during this season. We have put together a list of Australia’s most beautiful lavender farms for you. Take a look and see which one is closest to you!
Best Lavender Farms in Australia you should Visit this year
Bridestowe Lavender Farm
Bridestowe Lavender Farm is the largest lavender farm in the Southern Hemisphere and also the largest lavender farm in Australia! It is located in Nabowla in northern Tasmania. During this season, the farm is covered in an endless sea of purple flowers, creating a truly romantic atmosphere! Souvenirs are also worth buying! The purple lavender teddy bear, aromatherapy products, soap, essential oils, postcards, etc. are all excellent choices for personal use or as gifts for friends!
📍296 Gillespies Rd, Nabowla TAS 7260
Kooroomba Vinyard & Lavender Farm
Kooroomba Lavender Farm in Queensland is the second largest lavender farm in Australia, located just over an hour’s drive from Brisbane. The fertile soil and abundant sunlight here not only allow for the growth of lavender, but also delicious grapes.
📍168 F M Bells Rd, Mount Alford QLD 4310
Lavandula Swiss Italian Farm
Lavandula Lavender Farm is located 1.5 hours drive from Melbourne and 15 minutes from Daylesford. The entire farm is surrounded by a purple sea of flowers, and has a strong Southern European atmosphere. You must try the lavender specialty foods here! Lavender bread, lavender jam, and lavender tea all have a unique and subtle fragrance.
📍350 Hepburn-Newstead Rd, Shepherds Flat VIC 3461
Merribee Lavender Estate & Maze
Located in the outskirts of Sydney, the Merribee Lavender Estate is like a piece of Southern France, it’s absolutely stunning and romantic. It’s definitely worth a visit!
There are two lavender fields, they are very tall and dense. It will be even more beautiful when you visit the estate on a sunny day. When taking photos, try to walk into the fields for better shots, as you can easily capture large areas at once.
Behind the lavender fields, there are carefully designed and pruned horticultural shapes, including a maze made up of various shaped trees, such as round and heart-shaped. However, there are bees and insects in the estate, so remember to bring insect repellent! It’s also recommended to wear long skirts or pants!
Admission: Adults $15
Opening hours: 10am～4:00pm (last entry at 3:00pm)
Limited lavender opening dates
It takes about 2.5 hours to drive from Sydney to the south. You can just search for “Merribee” on the map, and you will find it easily. The address is 660 Comerong Island Rd, Numbaa NSW 2540. Nearby, there is the town of Berry, the popular Berry Donut Van, and Kangaroo Valley, which is only half an hour’s drive from Jervis Bay.
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