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An elegant Victorian mansion, expansive formal gardens and plentiful picnic spots make Werribee Park a charming destination for family gatherings.

Werribee Park

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Visit Werribee Park and discover the story of an Australian pastoral empire.

Explore the Victorian era in the Italianate-style architecture and interiors of Werribee Mansion.

Stroll through 10 hectares of beautiful formal gardens and open space park land. Only 30 minutes from Melbourne, take a walk at Werribee Park, today.

 

Opening times

Non-daylight savings (May to October) Daylight savings (November to April)
Mansion 10am to 4pm weekdays
10am to 5pm weekends/public holidays
10am to 5pm
Grounds

10.00am to 5.30pm


10am to 6.30pm

Closed Christmas day

 

Entry Fees

(entry to Werribee Park and Victoria State Rose Garden is free)


General Admission to Mansion

Adult $7

Concession/Child (4 to 15 years) $5

Family (2 Adults 2 Children) $22

 

Guided Tours of Mansion (in addition to entry)

Adult $8

Concession/Child (4 to 15 years) $8

Audio guides are available for the mansion and gardens. $5 each or both for $8.

Tour Times

Mansion Tour : 11.30am-12.15pm. Daily, except Saturday

Tower Tour : 1.30pm-2.00pm, 2.30pm-3.00pm. Daily, except Saturday

Weddings

Werribee Park is Melbourne's premier wedding venue. Planning your big day? Call us on 13 1963.

Aboriginal Traditional Owners

Parks Victoria acknowledges the Aboriginal Traditional Owners of Victoria - including its parks and reserves. Through their cultural traditions, Aboriginal people maintain their connection to their ancestral lands and waters. Further information is available from Aboriginal Affairs Victoria AAV and Native Title Services Victoria

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werribee rose garden

Victoria State Rose Garden

Winner of the prestigious World Federation of Rose Societies Award for Garden Excellence, this internationally acclaimed garden is located in the magnificent setting of Werribee Park. 5,000 roses are displayed to perfection within four uniquely shaped designs, the feature design set in the shape of a Tudor Rose. Two themed displays …

Werribee Park Sculpture Walk

The Sculpture Walk is an intriguing and interpretive detour from the Australian history and heritage of Werribee Park. The Sculpture Walk winds through the farm and riverine areas and features a collection of works by Australia's leading sculptors and selected winners of the national Helen Lempriere Award. Don't …

Werribee Heritage Orchard

The Werribee Park Orchard is a joint effort by the community and Parks Victoria to preserve and restore the fruit orchard originally planted by the Chirnside family in the late 1800s. Built on the Werribee River floodplain, the orchard was a major source of fruit such as apples, quinces, pears …

Werribee Mansion

Discover the Victorian era in Australia with a visit to Werribee Mansion. Located 30 minutes west of Melbourne at Werribee Park, ‘the mansion’ is a living, breathing postcard of the 19th century and a must see attraction for visitors. Werribee Mansion was completed by wealthy pastoralists, the Chirnside family in 1877. Built …

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Werribee Park Education Centre

In addition to the guided tours, a school education program is available for all age groups. Tours can be tailored to meet specific class requirements. To book a ranger led talk Phone: 13 1963 Email: werribeebookings@parks.vic.gov.au Related links Teacher resources  

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Facilities Summary

  • Picnic Shelter
  • Gravel carpark
  • Sealed carpark

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Legends on the Lawn

18 Mar 2012 12:00pm-5:30pm

Legends on the Lawn at Werribee Park The Black Sorrows, Jon Stevens, Daryl Braithwaite and James Reyne on Sunday 18 March 2012. A group discount price has just been announced: Groups of 10 or more are $40.50 each; plus your group organiser attends for free (available through the Ticketmaster Groups Department on (03) 1300 788 227 or email …

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Wyndham Multicultural Fiesta at Werribee Park

25 Mar 2012 11:00am-4:00pm

Come celebrate Cultural Diversity Week with music, dancing, a craft bazaar and activities.  Buy from our range of international food stalls. Please remember your sunscreen, hat and picnic blanket or chair. No dogs are permitted within the precinct area. Werribee Park: Gate 2 K Rd, Werribee Phone: 8734 5135 for information

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Mount Richmond National Park walks re-open

13 Jan 2012

Walkers will be pleased to hear that many of the walking tracks in the Mount Richmond National Park in the state’s west are are open again after a fire burnt through a significant area of the park last year. Ranger in Charge Don Tumney, says rehabilitation has gone smoothly …

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Park Statistics

Established

July 1981

Area

153.8Ha