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.
Open daily from 9am to 5pm | Closed Christmas Day
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.
Open daily from 9am to 5pm | Closed Christmas Day
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
Fitzroy Gardens Guide
1. Fitzroy Gardens 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) > now Yiaga Restaurant - (near the centre, where all the paths converge)
17. Rotunda
18. River God Fountain
19. KereKere Green | Cafe
See below (Explore) for more information about each of these features.
Fitzroy Gardens Visitor Centre
The visitor centre is your first stop from which to explore the beautiful surrounds and Cooks' Cottage. Speak to the friendly team about the attractions at the gardens and get their tips for the best local spots to visit.
The centre offers:
-:- information about sights in the gardens
-:- personal insights about Melbourne
-:- free self-guided walking maps
-:- brochures and Melbourne maps
-:- public transport information
-:- free Wi-Fi and connectivity to tourism websites
-:- KereKere Green cafe
Location
Fitzroy Gardens, Wellington Parade, East Melbourne 3002
Dates and times
Open daily 9am to 4pm.
Accessibility Guide
-:- What to Expect
-:- Getting Here
-:- Arrival
-:- Visitor Assistance
-:- Seating and Rest Areas
-:- Peak Periods
-:- Accessible Toilet
Download Accessibility Guide (PDF 3.6 MB)
Explore
Venue: Fitzroy Gardens
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..
Where: Wellington Parade, Melbourne 3000
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..
Where: 230 Wellington Parade,, East Melbourne 3002
We're a breezy coffeehouse set within the Fitzroy Gardens Visitor Centre offering light breakfast, lunch and a range of freshly baked cakes and pastries.
Our simple menu makes .. Show More..
Where: Corner of Spring St and Wellington Parade, 2-18 Spring Street, East Melbourne 3002
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..
Where: Fitzroy Gardens, East Melbourne 3002
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..
Where: Fitzroy Gardens, 230-298 Wellington Parade,, East Melbourne
Yiaga | Fitzroy Gardens (near the centre, where all the paths converge)
Located in Melbourne's historic Fitzroy Gardens on Wurundjeri Country, Yiaga takes an innovative, context.. Show More..
❊ What's On ❊
➼ Cooks' Cottage
❊ Key Information ❊
Where
Wellington Parade East Melbourne Victoria 3002
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❊ Also See.. ❊
➼ Cooks' Cottage | Open Hours & Tours
➼ Fairies Tree | Fitzroy Gardens
➼ KereKere Green
➼ Treasury Gardens
➼ Tudor Village
➼ Yiaga - Fitzroy Gardens
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