This Visual Story has been created to help mobility device users plan their visit to the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show with confidence by removing as many unknowns as possible. The show is one of Australia’s largest horticultural events and takes place across indoor and outdoor spaces within the Royal Exhibition Building and surrounding Carlton Gardens.
This guide provides a visual and step-by-step overview of what to expect when travelling to the event, arriving at the venue, and moving through the show using a mobility scooter or powerchair. By planning ahead, attending the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show can be a more comfortable and enjoyable experience.
This accessibility guide is designed to support mobility device users, their families, carers, and support workers in preparing for the day.
What to Expect
The Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show is a popular event and can attract large crowds throughout the day. As a mobility device user, you can expect a lively environment with visitors moving between garden displays, exhibition halls, and shared pathways.
The event takes place across both indoor and outdoor areas, with accessible pathways connecting entrances, garden displays, exhibition spaces, food outlets, and amenities. Surfaces may vary and can include paved paths, grassed areas, and temporary flooring throughout the event site.
Weather conditions may impact outdoor areas, particularly in the surrounding gardens, so planning for sun exposure, rain, or varying temperatures is recommended when attending.
Accessible amenities, including toilets and seating areas, are available throughout the event site. Event staff and volunteers are located across the venue and can assist with directions or accessibility support if required.
This Visual Story will help you understand the layout of the event and prepare for navigating the show at your own pace.
