Fitzroy Gardens |
Fitzroy Gardens was named after Sir Charles Augustus Fitzroy, Governor of New South Wales and Governor-General of the Australian Colonies.
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.
Lazy Days
Seemingly, since the beginning of time, families have spent lazy days at the Fitzroy Gardens with so much to do and see... the delightful Fairies Tree, the recently renovated Tudor Village, The Conservatory and not forgetting Captain Cooks' Cottage.
See the links below (Also See) for more information about each of these features.
Conservatory
The Conservatory is open every day, 9am - 5pm. (5.30pm daylight saving)
Display 1 Hydrangea / Fuchsia November - February
Display 2 Tuberous Begonia / Gloxinia February - April
Display 3 Tropical / Pointsettia April - July
Display 4 Cineraria / Cyclamen July - September
Display 5 Schizanthus / Calceolaria September
A great day out to be had by all...
Visitor Centre
Opened in December 2014, Fitzroy Gardens Visitor Centre provides information about Melbourne, including this beautiful heritage-listed park. Speak with our friendly team about current events, attractions and more, purchase your Cooks' Cottage tickets and merchandise, and enjoy the free wifi and cafe facilities.
Fitzroy Gardens Guide
1. Visitor Centre
2. Glasshouses and Propagator's Cottage
3. Conservatory
4. Cooks' Cottage
5. Scarred Tree
6. Stream and fern gully
7. Sinclair's Cottage
8. Fairies Tree
9. Model Tudor Village
10. Hotham Walk
11. Elm tree avenues
12. The Mound and Pond
13. Dolphin Fountain
14. Grey Street Walk
15. Grey Street Fountain
16. The old band pavilion (Bandstand)
17. Rotunda
18. River God Fountain
View Guide
Open daily from 9am to 5pm | Closed Christmas Day
Explore
Cooks' Cottage is rebuilt in the picturesque Fitzroy Gardens to commemorate the voyages of Captain James Cook.
James Cook was born on the 27th October 1728 in a thatched cottage.. Show More..
The amazing Fairies Tree is located in the Fitzroy Gardens in Melbourne.
Ola Cohn's Fairies Tree, comprising a series of lovely carvings on the stump of one of the original Red .. Show More..
The KereKere Green Cafe now operates in the Pavilion Cafe space located in the centre of the Fitzroy Gardens next to the Tudor Village and Fairies Tree.
KereKere Green is a bree.. Show More..
The small and peaceful Treasury Gardens sit between Fitzroy Gardens and Spring Street, and are a popular venue for community events and rallies.
Treasury Gardens is one of the .. Show More..
The Tudor Village in Fitzroy Gardens represent a typical Kentish village during the Tudor period.
As well as comprising private residences and public buildings, the village is .. Show More..
❊ What's On ❊
➼ Fitzroy Gardens Seek and Find - Kids
❊ Address ❊
⊜ Wellington Parade East Melbourne 3002 View Map
❊ Web Links ❊
➼ Fitzroy Gardens
➼ www.fitzroygardens.com
❊ Also See... ❊
➼ Cooks' Cottage
➼ Cooks' Cottage | Open & Tours
➼ Fairies Tree | Fitzroy Gardens
➼ KereKere Green | Pavilion Cafe
➼ Treasury Gardens
➼ Tudor Village
Disclaimer: Check with the venue (web links) before making plans, travelling or buying tickets.
Accessibility: Contact the venue for accessibility information.
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