Maleny Botanic Gardens & Bird World has been voted by travellers as the top attraction in Queensland and in the Top 20 Attractions in the South Pacific, being rated alongside some of the world’s most recognised attractions including Sydney Opera House the Australian War Memorial and Uluru.
The accolade was announced in Tripadvisor’s annual Travellers’ Choice and Best of the Best Awards last week.
Maleny Botanic Gardens was ranked 13th in the Trip Advisor Best of the Best Attractions 2025, the best performing attraction in Queensland.
Maleny Botanic Gardens & Bird World general manager Verena Olesch said the recognition reflected not only the unforgettable experiences they offer, but also the heart, soul, and passion that every team member – whether they have feet, feathers, or fur – brings to the garden paradise every single day.
“Over the past few years we’ve reinvested every dollar from our profits into making our experience more inclusive, more immersive, and more magical,“ she said.
“And we’re just getting started. With big (and truly magical!) plans on the horizon, we’re aligning closely with Queensland’s ‘Destination 2045’ vision, expanding our team, and proudly celebrating our newly earned Eco Tourism Certification through Eco Tourism Australia.
Tourism Minister Andrew Powell visited Maleny Botanic Gardens & Bird World last Friday to congratulate the venue on its success.
“Even more exciting? It’s the only Queensland attraction to make the Top 15,“ he said.
Maleny Botanic Gardens & Bird World contains seven hectares of gardens featuring a panorama of waterfalls, lakes, ponds and colourful plantings with a Glass House Mountains backdrop, five aviaries, interactive Bird Encounter sessions and a Farm Friends enclosure. Gardens are open 9am to 4.30pm daily.
