Supreme Court Gardens has long been one of Perth’s major city lawns, near Barrack Street and the river. Redevelopment works are underway in 2026, so do not plan a visit around an old image of open grass. The outer pedestrian routes and toilets can change during construction; check the City’s works update before travelling solely to see the garden.
| Visit detail | What to know |
|---|---|
| Address | 2 Barrack Street, Perth |
| Works | City project began 2 February 2026 |
| Events | Garden unavailable for event bookings in 2026–27 |
| Public paths | Follow current works notice and onsite barriers |
What the City is changing
The City of Perth project page says the upgrade includes a permanent event stage, drainage work and better pedestrian access. It lists a 2 February 2026 start and projected completion before summer 2026. The venue page says the garden is not available for event bookings during 2026–27. These statements concern construction and events; neither proves every public path is always closed or open. Follow the latest works letter and signs for the perimeter paths and toilets.
Make a flexible city route
If you are walking between Elizabeth Quay and the civic precinct, do not cut through fenced works. Use marked footpaths and allow extra time for a diversion. The mature trees and history of the garden remain worth appreciating from an accessible public edge, but postpone a lawn picnic until the City confirms reopening. Stirling Gardens and Council House Gardens offer different nearby green stops, each with their own conditions.
