Fitzroy Gardens

Point of Interest

Contact

Clarendon Street, City of Melbourne, Victoria.

(03) 9658 9658

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Description

Fitzroy Gardens was named after Sir Charles Augustus Fitzroy (1796-1858), Governor of New South Wales (1846-1851) and Governor-General of the Australian Colonies (1851-1855). The Gardens have a long history of over 150 years, few other capital cities can boast such a significant garden so close to the City's centre. As crown land the City of Melbourne are the custodians to preserve and oversee this magnificent garden, visited by over 2 million local, interstate and international visitors each year, it is one of the major attractions in Melbourne. Opening hours: Gardens are open 24/7. Visitor Centre Open daily from 9am to 5pm, Closed Christmas Day. Cooks Cottage ENTRY CHARGE, Open daily from 9am to 5pm, Closed Christmas Day. Conservatory FREE, Open daily 9am to 5pm, (5.30pm during daylight savings), Closed Christmas Day. Except when closed for the changeover of displays. No camping or overnight parking.

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Location

Lat: -37.81292 Lng: 144.980413