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Three Unique Experiences, One Fabulous Destination
SUNSHINE COAST'S PREMIER NATURE DESTINATION

Three Unique Experiences, One Fabulous Destination

Explore the Three Realms • Dine at The Gardens Café • Shop our Iconic Native Nursery

5 mins from M1
Open Daily 8am-4pm
Dog Friendly
5 mins from M1 Exit 215
Est. 1980 Original Gardens
4.8/5 500+ Reviews
Dog Friendly All Areas
6.3K+ Instagram Followers

We've renamed

Fairhill Adventure Gardens — to better reflect what Fairhill has become. Because every day in the gardens is an adventure.

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Fairhill Gardens
Cafe Experience
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Native Plants
Garden Beauty
Nature Walks
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Native Nursery
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Fairhill Gardens
Cafe Experience
Native Wildlife
Garden Walks
Native Plants
Garden Beauty
Nature Walks
Cafe Dining
Native Nursery
Garden Events

Three Realms · one fabulous destination

Step inside the Realms of Fairhill

An immersive walk-through nature attraction — three living environments, one unforgettable day out.

Animal Farmyard Realm
EMOTION

Animal Farmyard Realm

The farmyard family at the heart of Fairhill — daily Ranger-led adventures with the chickens, chicks, guinea pigs and the mini goats promenade.

Egg CollectingCheeky ChicksMini GoatsJunior Rangers
Enter the Farmyard
The Garden Realm
BEAUTY

The Garden Realm

50 years of horticultural legacy — the original Native Botanic Gardens, the Iconic Nursery, the Forest Fairy Tale Trail and our Gardeners' Matchmaking Service.

Botanic GardensIconic NurseryFairy TrailPlant Matching
Wander the Gardens
Wild Nature Realm
ADVENTURE

Wild Nature Realm

The wild side of Fairhill — subtropical rainforest, water dragons, frog hollows, the Little Engineers Dig Zone and the seasonal life of Turtle Lake.

RainforestDig ZoneFrog HollowTurtle Lake
Discover the Wild
UPCOMING EVENTS

Join Our Garden Community

From workshops to festivals, there's always something happening at Fairhill. Connect with nature and fellow garden enthusiasts.

NEW Winter Menu drops early!
Food

NEW Winter Menu drops early!

A delicious winter menu from our new Executive Chef Jerome Kiers. From amazing breakfasts, brunch platters to share, and the perfect long lunch. Plus fluffy, freshly-laundered blankets on the chairs during cooler days. Firepit lit every Sunday on the Terrace.

Sat 30 May – Mon 31 Aug 2026
Free with entryReserve a table
Fairhill Animal Farmyard Adventures: Winter Wonders edition
Adventures

Fairhill Animal Farmyard Adventures: Winter Wonders edition

A whole new set of Winter Adventures — hold the latest newly hatched chicks, feed the guinea pigs their Winter Feast, join in the Goats Promenade and walk the mini-goats to Turtle Lake, the NEW Treasure Quest & Scavenger Hunt around Turtle Lake (in your own time), the NEW Goats Walkabout Paddock where you can go in to play on the rocks with the cheeky mini goats and chickens, discover the Forest Fairy Trail, and the Mini Engineers & Builders Zone with the silver sand pit. Plus new Winter plantings in the Nursery, the most delicious farm-to-table Winter menu from our Executive Chef Jerome Kiers for casual family dining, farm shop & local makers' marketplace — room to roam, play, learn and discover.

Mon 1 Jun – Mon 31 Aug 2026
Free with entryBook adventures
Sunshine Coast District Agricultural Show Holiday
Public Holiday

Sunshine Coast District Agricultural Show Holiday

It's a public holiday — and yes, Fairhill is open! Come along for Fairhill Farmyard Animal Adventures, a huge choice in the Nursery, the Farm Shop and the Local Makers' Marketplace, plus a special Public Holiday Menu in The Garden Café.

Friday 12 June 2026
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VISITOR REVIEWS

Heard at the gate

4.9 averagefrom recent visitors

Real words from real families who've spent their day with us in the gardens.

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Susheela

Buderim

June 2026

I’m always happy to visit Fairhill. Usually I have a coffee and buy a plant or two. The range available is still expanding. I look forward to being able to purchase more flowering Natives, and I’d like to see some Australian themed garden ornaments. The staff are very friendly and it’s very pleasant to sit in the garden.

KB

Kerry Ball

Peregian Springs

June 2026

The great food and coffee is the reason I regularly meet up with my friend for a catch up in the Cafe. What makes it extra special is the gardens and how relaxing the ambience is.

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ruth

cooroy

June 2026

Totally professional and knowledgeable advice on what to plant for our new septic system given in a friendly, open manner that made the experience very pleasant. Followed by a coffee and lunch...thank you! We also had a car club lunch on a day, which was low key and relaxing in the sun.

B&

Bev & Alina

Ninderry

June 2026

Fairhill Gardens at Ninderry is a true hidden gem. The whole-food meals are fresh and delicious, complemented by mineral water served at the table. The beautiful natural surrounds, with mature trees, a lake, goats, chickens, and abundant wildlife, create a peaceful and welcoming atmosphere. It’s incredibly family-friendly, with fun entertainment and plenty of space to relax and enjoy nature. The staff are warm, attentive, and genuinely helpful. A special mention to Angela, the manager, who is an absolute angel and makes everyone feel valued and at home. Highly recommended!

JC

Jenna Cunningham

Sunshine Coast

June 2026

Beautiful garden setting for a relaxing break with coffee and cake. Well stocked native nursery with very helpful and knowledgeable staff 😊

KB

Karen Blackburn

GYMPIE

June 2026

The staff were definitely a highlight for us. My friend and I both had different planting needs and the staff really knew their stuff. They spent time with us and made sure we got what we needed. The sale helped us too as we could really stock up. Our brekky at the cafe was also AMAZING! Such a lovely vibe at Fairhill again and wonderful to see all ages enjoying the space.

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Cafe: Daily 8am-2pm
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Visit Information

Opening Hours

Nursery & Gardens: Daily 8am-4pm

Café: Daily 8am-2pm

Adventures: Daily 8.30am-11.30am

Location

114 Fairhill Road,
Ninderry QLD 4561

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Contact

Phone: 07 5343 7906

Email: hello@fairhill.com.au

45+

Years of Excellence

100K+

Happy Visitors

5,000+

Native Species

4.8

Average Rating