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Government House is the official residence of the Governor of Victoria, currently Margaret Gardner. It is located in Kings Domain, Melbourne, next to the Royal Botanic Gardens. Government House was opened in 1876, on land that had originally been set aside in 1841.
The Government House site is of historical significance for its role up to the first half of the 19 th century as an important meeting place and camping ground for local Aboriginal people. It is part of Melbourne’s Domain Parkland and Memorial Precinct on Australia’s National Heritage List, and is recognised on the Victorian Heritage ...
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Address. Government House Drive. Melbourne Victoria 3004. Get directions. Government House and grounds are open for general access through tours and open days. Book a tour. General enquiries.
In 1901, Government House, Melbourne, became the official residence of Australia’s first Governor-General and the State Governor moved to ‘Stonnington’ in Malvern (during the era it was the Governors' residence, the spelling of the name was changed from Stonington to Stonnington).
All are welcome for the Government House Open Day on Saturday 16 March 2024 from 10:00am - 2:00pm. Registration is not required. Enjoy the beautiful gardens, tour the House and explore one of the most historic properties in Australia. Guided walking tours will run throughout the Open Day - no tickets required.
Government House Dr. Melbourne 3004. Open in maps. Contact details. info@govhouse.vic.gov.au. Visit website. See what’s on. Flash Forward. Explore 40 city laneways that have been transformed by over 80 creatives. Melbourne Museum. Explore history, culture, science, and nature at this popular Melbourne attraction. GoBoat Melbourne.
Government House Dr. Melbourne 3004. Book online. Contact details. bookings@nattrust.com.au. Visit website. Discover Melbourne’s rich heritage in the grand State Rooms of Government House.