Mrs Macquarie's Chair

  Mrs Macquarie's Chair is perched at the southern end of the Royal Botanic Garden in Sydney, offering an ideal spot to take in the harbor views. Commissioned in 1810 for Elizabeth Macquarie, the wife of Governor Lachlan Macquarie, this iconic sandstone bench serves as a tribute to her love of the area. Visitors can relax on the chair, which is carved from a single piece of stone, while enjoying the surrounding flora and the sight of passing ferries. In late spring, particularly in October and November, the garden bursts with blossoms, enhancing the beauty of the location. While you’re there, don’t forget to snap a photo with the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge in the backdrop.