Fitzroy Gardens

The Fitzroy Gardens

The Melbourne audio-guided tour leads you to the Fitzroy Gardens, the best known in the city. Spread over nearly twenty-six hectares, they are among the main landscaped gardens of the Victorian era in Australia, in the continuation of the Treasury Gardens.

A Victorian park

Laid out in the 19th century in the taste of the time, the Fitzroy Gardens unfold giant trees, shaded paths, lawns and well-kept flowerbeds. The park houses several points of interest, including Captain Cook's Cottage, transported from England and rebuilt here. There is also a scarred tree, whose bark was once taken by the Aboriginal people to make canoes, tools and containers, a testimony approached with respect.

What there is to see

The park invites strolling among its remarkable species, its fountains and its pavilions. Captain Cook's Cottage, the conservatory and the scarred tree are among its curiosities. The scarred tree recalls the ancient presence of Aboriginal peoples on these lands, whose memory deserves consideration. It is a haven of greenery in the heart of Melbourne.

Practical information

The Fitzroy Gardens can be seen freely, in the open air, east of the centre of Melbourne, near Spring Street. The park is accessible during opening hours, which may vary by season. Captain Cook's Cottage and the conservatory have their own hours; it is best to check in advance.

What is the size of the Fitzroy Gardens ?

They cover nearly twenty-six hectares and are among the main Victorian gardens in Australia.

What is a scarred tree ?

It is a tree whose bark was taken by the Aboriginal people to make canoes, tools and containers, a witness to their ancient presence.