Fitzroy & Treasury Gardens Melbourne Walking Tour
Experience the beauty, history, and tranquility of Melbourne with our self-guided Treasury & Fitzroy Gardens walking tour. Ideal for families, this gentle stroll takes you through lush lawns, past stunning floral displays, and introduces you to the park's iconic monuments and memorials, like Cook's Cottage, the Model Tudor Village, the Conservatory and Fairies Tree.
Immerse yourself in a unique blend of history and adventure as you navigate through the gardens and solve intriguing challenges with clues along the way - that's exactly what you can expect from this self-guided digital walking tour in English.
So grab your phone, download the Questo app, and get ready for an exciting adventure. The tour can be taken on any day or time - so you can change your plans as many times as you wish.
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Fitzroy & Treasury Gardens Melbourne Walking Tour
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Cooks' Cottage
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.
Model Tudor Village
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.
The Conservatory
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.
Inclusions
- Self-guided tour available in English
- Links to use on your smart phone
- No entry fee to attractions like the Model Tudor Village, the Conservatory and Fairies Tree
- Entry to Cook's Cottage
- Private transportation
- We recommend visiting the KereKere Green Cafe and Coffeehouse between 8.30-4pm. It is the perfect stop for lunch or a tasty snack.
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- The tour starts in the Treasury Gardens at the The Robert Burns Memorial.
End Points
- The tour ends in the Fitzroy Gardens at the People's Path.
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Ticket Redemption
This 1-2 hr tour is accessed through the Questo: Outdoor Escape Games app. Free to download on your smartphone and can play multiple times. The tour can be taken on any day or time - so you can change your plans as many times as you wish. Unlock the tour at https://questoapp.com/unlock?invite=6541bb13d0973e16aadcda7f
