Why choose this Melbourne 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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What makes Fitzroy & Treasury Gardens Melbourne Walking Tour a unique experience ?
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.
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 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.
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.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- 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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Fitzroy & Treasury Gardens Melbourne Walking Tour Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- 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
Not Included
- Entry to Cook’s Cottage
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Self Guided Walking Tours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Australia/Melbourne.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
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.
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