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Stop At: Cooks’ Cottage, Fitzroy Gardens Wellington Parade, Melbourne, Victoria 3002 Australia
When exploring Melbourne, a visit to the historic landmark Cooks’ Cottage is an absolute must. Situated in the picturesque heritage-listed Fitzroy Gardens, this charming attraction holds immense significance. Constructed in 1755, Cooks’ Cottage proudly stands as Australia’s oldest building, captivating the hearts of countless tourists in Melbourne.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Model Tudor Village, 230 Wellington Parade Fitzroy Gardens, Melbourne, Victoria 3002 Australia
Nestled in the heart of the charming Fitzroy Gardens, you’ll find a delightful Model Tudor village. This enchanting gift, a testament to remarkable generosity and goodwill, was bestowed from one country to another. Entry is free.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: The Conservatory, 230 Wellington Parade, Melbourne, Victoria 3002 Australia
The building, designed in the timeless Spanish mission style, was inaugurated in March 1930. Admission is free. Within the Conservatory, visitors can marvel at captivating indoor floral displays, which are refreshed five times a year. From November to February, vibrant hydrangeas and fuchsias bloom. From February to April, begonias and gloxinias take center stage. Tropical plants and poinsettias grace the space from April to July, while cinerarias and cyclamens enchant from July to September. Finally, from September to November, the Conservatory showcases the beauty of schizanthus and calceolaria.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Fitzroy Gardens, 230-298 Wellington Parade East Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria 3000 Australia
The Fitzroy Gardens span across 26 hectares and are situated on the south eastern edge of Melbourne’s central business district in East Melbourne.
Visit iconic locations in this self-guided tour: Cook’s Cottage, The Conservatory, Model Tudor Village, Scar Tree, Sinclair’s Cottage, The Dolphin Fountain, Fairies Tree, The River God Fountain and the People’s Path.
Duration: 1 hour
