{"id":885302,"date":"2026-05-14T00:46:17","date_gmt":"2026-05-13T23:46:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/?p=885302"},"modified":"2026-05-18T00:26:39","modified_gmt":"2026-05-17T23:26:39","slug":"gardenexperiences","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/gardenexperiences\/","title":{"rendered":"Where to See Australia In Bloom: Gardens, Wildflowers and Spring Festivals"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Floriade Festival, ACT<\/h2>\n<p>Each spring, Canberra transforms into a living canvas as Floriade bursts into bloom beside Lake Burley Griffin. Sweeping beds of tulips, daffodils and seasonal flowers create a kaleidoscope of colour, drawing visitors from across the country to celebrate the arrival of warmer days in the capital. There\u2019s an unmistakable energy in the air as pathways fill with floral displays, entertainment, market stalls and lakeside picnics.<\/p>\n<p>With more than a million blooms planted annually, Floriade is far more than a flower festival \u2013 it\u2019s a celebration of creativity, community and the changing season. Originally created to mark Australia\u2019s Bicentenary and Canberra\u2019s 75th birthday, the event has become one of the city\u2019s most beloved traditions and the largest flower festival in the Southern Hemisphere.<\/p>\n<p>Tour\/s:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/en-au\/tours\/capital-blooms?optionId=743\">Capital Blooms<\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_885306\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-885306\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-885306\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-1-credit-visit-canberra-1024x463.jpg\" alt=\"Colourful flower garden with purple pansies and pink tulips in bloom under a sunny blue sky, with a Ferris wheel and trees in the background\" width=\"1024\" height=\"463\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-1-credit-visit-canberra-1024x463.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-1-credit-visit-canberra-330x149.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-1-credit-visit-canberra.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-885306\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: Visit Canberra<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Bowral Corbett Gardens, NSW<\/h2>\n<p>In the heart of the Southern Highlands, Bowral\u2019s Corbett Gardens comes alive each spring with tens of thousands of tulips in bloom. The Tulip Time Festival transforms the gardens into a patchwork of vibrant colour, where neatly arranged flower beds create a scene straight from a storybook.<\/p>\n<p>A stroll through Bowral during tulip season is as much about soaking up the atmosphere as admiring the flowers themselves. Surrounded by cool-climate charm and country hospitality, it\u2019s easy to see why visitors leave inspired to recreate a little piece of the Southern Highlands in their own gardens back home.<\/p>\n<p>Tour\/s:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/en-au\/tours\/capital-blooms?optionId=743\">Capital Blooms<\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_885307\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-885307\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-885307\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-2-credit-destination-nsw-1024x463.jpg\" alt=\"White and purple tulips blooming in a landscaped garden with a gazebo, bare trees, and bright sunlight streaming through the branches on a clear day.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"463\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-2-credit-destination-nsw-1024x463.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-2-credit-destination-nsw-330x149.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-2-credit-destination-nsw.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-885307\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: Destination NSW<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Kings Park and Botanic Garden, WA<\/h2>\n<p>Perched high above Perth with sweeping views across the Swan River, Kings Park and Botanic Gardens showcases Western Australia\u2019s wildflower season at its most spectacular. During spring, winding pathways reveal native blooms in every direction, from delicate cowslip orchids to the striking kangaroo paw \u2013 the state\u2019s floral emblem.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond the colourful displays, Kings Park is home to one of the world\u2019s largest inner-city parks and the renowned Western Australian Botanic Garden. With thousands of native species thriving across the landscape and birdlife weaving through the trees, this lush green sanctuary offers a remarkable introduction to the diversity of Western Australia\u2019s natural beauty.<\/p>\n<p>Tour\/s:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/en-au\/tours\/south-western-escape?optionId=575\">South Western\u00a0Escape<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/en-au\/tours\/the-wildflower-wanderer?optionId=416\">Wildflower Wanderer<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/en-au\/tours\/wonders-of-the-pilbara-and-west-coast?optionId=884\">Wonders of the Pilbara and West Coast<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/en-au\/tours\/western-wonderland?optionId=779\">Western Wonderland<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/en-au\/tours\/wonders-of-the-west-coast-and-kimberley?optionId=886\">Wonders of the West Coast and Kimberley<\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_885308\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-885308\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-885308\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-3-credit-tourism-wa-1024x463.jpg\" alt=\"Lush garden filled with colourful wildflowers and flowering shrubs in soft evening sunlight, with trees and a grassy path in the background\" width=\"1024\" height=\"463\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-3-credit-tourism-wa-1024x463.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-3-credit-tourism-wa-330x149.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-3-credit-tourism-wa.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-885308\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: Tourism WA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Coleseam Conservation Park, WA<\/h2>\n<p>Wildflower enthusiasts know Coleseam Conservation Park as one of Western Australia\u2019s most remarkable hidden treasures. During bloom season, this rugged reserve transforms into a sea of everlastings and native wildflowers, blanketing the landscape in brilliant shades of pink, yellow and white.<\/p>\n<p>Tucked between Mingenew and Mullewa, the park is often referred to as the \u2018holy grail for wildflower hunters\u2019 \u2013 and it\u2019s easy to understand why. Beyond the blooms, Coleseam reveals a fascinating geological story, with ancient landscapes and the site of WA\u2019s first mined coal deposit adding depth and character to every visit.<\/p>\n<p>Tour\/s:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/en-au\/tours\/the-wildflower-wanderer?optionId=416\">Wildflower Wanderer<\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_885309\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-885309\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-885309\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-4-credit-tourism-wa-1024x463.jpg\" alt=\"Hillside covered in bright yellow wildflowers overlooking a rural landscape under a dramatic cloudy sky.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"463\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-4-credit-tourism-wa-1024x463.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-4-credit-tourism-wa-330x149.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-4-credit-tourism-wa.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-885309\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: Tourism WA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Rhododendron Gardens, Tasmania<\/h2>\n<p>Set against the cool-climate beauty of Tasmania, the Rhododendron Gardens offer a peaceful escape filled with vibrant blooms from around the world. More than 500 species flourish here, creating bursts of colour that change with the seasons and invite visitors to wander slowly beneath towering trees.<\/p>\n<p>The gardens feel wonderfully serene, with winding paths, reflective lakes and quiet corners designed for lingering a little longer. Keep an eye on the water\u2019s edge and you may even spot one of the resident platypuses, adding another layer of magic to this tranquil Tasmanian retreat.<\/p>\n<p>Tour\/s:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/en-au\/tours\/perfect-tasmania?optionId=555\">Perfect Tasmania<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/en-au\/tours\/tassie-s-parks-and-nature?optionId=22\">Tassie\u2019s Parks and Nature<\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_885310\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-885310\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-885310\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-5-credit-tourism-australia-1024x463.jpg\" alt=\"White gazebo beside a small pond surrounded by tall trees and greenery in a landscaped park setting.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"463\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-5-credit-tourism-australia-1024x463.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-5-credit-tourism-australia-330x149.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-5-credit-tourism-australia.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-885310\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: Tourism Australia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, Tasmania<\/h2>\n<p>Stepping into the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens is like entering a world of cool-climate beauty and timeless charm. Set across 14 hectares on the edge of Hobart, the gardens reveal elegant conservatories, vibrant flower displays and collections showcasing Tasmania\u2019s unique plant life.<\/p>\n<p>From the peaceful Japanese Garden to the colourful Lily Pond and heritage sandstone fountain, every corner invites quiet exploration. Along the way, visitors can discover rare Tasmanian species, towering Huon Pines and even Australia\u2019s only Subantarctic Plant House, making this one of the country\u2019s most distinctive botanical experiences.<\/p>\n<p>Tour\/s:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/en-au\/tours\/perfect-tasmania?optionId=555\">Perfect Tasmania<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/en-au\/tours\/tassie-s-parks-and-nature?optionId=22\">Tassie\u2019s\u00a0Parks\u00a0and Nature<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/en-au\/tours\/tassie-getaway?optionId=557\">Tassie Getaway<\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_885311\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-885311\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-885311\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-6-credit-tourism-australia-1024x463.jpg\" alt=\"Three people standing on a wooden dock over a pond surrounded by lush greenery and colourful trees in a botanical garden.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"463\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-6-credit-tourism-australia-1024x463.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-6-credit-tourism-australia-330x149.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-6-credit-tourism-australia.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-885311\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: Tourism Australia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Botanical Gardens, Darwin<\/h2>\n<p>Darwin\u2019s tropical climate creates the perfect setting for gardens filled with lush greenery, exotic plants and towering palms. Wandering through the Botanic Gardens reveals a fascinating collection of Top End flora alongside species gathered from across the globe.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond the colourful displays, the gardens offer a deeper connection to the region through self-guided Aboriginal plant-use trails. These pathways provide insight into the cultural significance of native plants, and the enduring knowledge First Nations communities hold about food, medicine and life in the Top End.<\/p>\n<p>Tour\/s:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/en-au\/tours\/untamed-kimberley-and-west-coast?optionId=720\">Untamed Kimberley and West Coast<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/en-au\/tours\/darwin-city-sights?optionId=656\">Darwin City Sights<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/en-au\/tours\/darwin-city-sights-and-jumping-crocs?optionId=673\">Darwin City Sights and Jumping Crocs<\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_885312\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-885312\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-885312\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-7-credit-tourism-nt-1024x463.jpg\" alt=\"Sunlit garden pathway winding beneath large spreading trees with lush green foliage in a peaceful park setting.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"463\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-7-credit-tourism-nt-1024x463.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-7-credit-tourism-nt-330x149.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-7-credit-tourism-nt.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-885312\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: Tourism NT<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Victorian Garden at Cataract Gorge, TAS<\/h2>\n<p>At Cataract Gorge, dramatic natural landscapes meet manicured Victorian-era gardens in one of Tasmania\u2019s most unexpected settings. Ferns, exotic plants and carefully tended pathways soften the rugged cliffs, creating a peaceful retreat just moments from central Launceston.<\/p>\n<p>The contrast between wild bushland and elegant gardens is what makes Cataract Gorge so memorable. Whether wandering beneath towering trees or gliding overhead on the scenic chairlift, visitors are treated to sweeping views across this rare natural formation where nature and history exist side by side.<\/p>\n<p>Tour\/s:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/en-au\/tours\/tasmanian-wonders?optionId=790\">Tasmanian Wonders<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/en-au\/tours\/tasmania-flinders-island-explorer?optionId=903\">Tasmania &amp; Flinders Island Explorer<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/en-au\/tours\/tasmania-s-wild-wonders?optionId=905\">Tasmania\u2019s Wild Wonders<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/en-au\/tours\/perfect-tasmania?optionId=555\">Perfect Tasmania<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/en-au\/tours\/ultimate-tasmania?optionId=862\">Ultimate Tasmania<\/a>,\u00a0\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/en-au\/tours\/tassie-s-parks-and-nature?optionId=22\">Tassie\u2019s\u00a0Parks &amp; Nature<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/en-au\/tours\/tassie-s-wilderness-icons?optionId=766\">Tassie\u2019s Wilderness Icons<\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_885313\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-885313\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-885313\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-8-credit-pete-harmsen-1024x463.jpg\" alt=\"Peacock with vibrant blue and green feathers standing in a garden path, with two people in the background surrounded by flowering plants.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"463\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-8-credit-pete-harmsen-1024x463.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-8-credit-pete-harmsen-330x149.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-8-credit-pete-harmsen.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-885313\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: Pete Harmsen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Adelaide Botanic Gardens, SA<\/h2>\n<p>Adelaide\u2019s relaxed charm is perhaps best experienced in its leafy gardens, where elegant pathways and curated plant collections offer a peaceful retreat from the city streets. The Botanic Garden provides a quiet pocket of greenery that reflects the laid-back lifestyle South Australia\u2019s capital is known for.<\/p>\n<p>Surrounded by heritage architecture, sprawling lawns and seasonal blooms, the gardens invite visitors to slow down and soak in Adelaide\u2019s easy-going atmosphere. It\u2019s a beautiful contrast to the city\u2019s lively dining precincts, cultural landmarks and bustling markets found just beyond the gates.<\/p>\n<p>Tour\/s:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/en-au\/tours\/south-australian-outback-adventure?optionId=502\">South Australian Outback Adventure<\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_885314\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-885314\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-885314\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-9-credit-satc-1024x463.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"463\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-9-credit-satc-1024x463.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-9-credit-satc-330x149.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-9-credit-satc.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-885314\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: South Australian Tourism Commission<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Aboriginal Bush Tucker Tour, Royal Botanic Gardens NSW<\/h2>\n<p>A walk through Sydney\u2019s Royal Botanic Garden takes on deeper meaning during an Aboriginal Bush Tucker Tour led by a First Nations guide. As you explore the Cadi Jam Ora garden, native plants reveal stories of food, medicine and cultural practices passed down through generations.<\/p>\n<p>Set against the backdrop of Sydney Harbour, the experience offers a fascinating introduction to bush foods and the enduring relationship between First Nations people and Country. Along the way, visitors gain a richer understanding of how native ingredients continue to influence modern Australian cuisine and culture today.<\/p>\n<p>Tour\/s:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/en-au\/tours\/australian-highlights?optionId=563\">Australian Highlights<\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_885315\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-885315\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-885315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-10-credit-destination-nsw-1024x463.jpg\" alt=\"Lush urban garden with a reflective pond, tropical trees, and people relaxing near the water, set against a backdrop of modern city skyscrapers.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"463\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-10-credit-destination-nsw-1024x463.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-10-credit-destination-nsw-330x149.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.aatkings.com\/storybook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/full-bloom-blog-image-10-credit-destination-nsw.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-885315\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: Destination NSW<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Floriade Festival, ACT Each spring, Canberra transforms into a living canvas as Floriade bursts into bloom beside Lake Burley Griffin. 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