Explore Melbourne’s Iconic Sights with The Skippy Bus!
As one of Melbourne's most iconic heritage theatres, the Princess Theatre continues to captivate audiences with its blend of historical charm and contemporary performances.
Hop off The Skippy Bus and experience the magic of live theatre at this historic venue!
Located on Wellington Parade in East Melbourne, the heritage-listed Fitzroy Gardens were originally set aside as a public reserve in 1848. The gardens feature a classic Victorian-era design, with mature elm trees, open lawns, winding pathways, fountains, statues and seasonal floral displays.
Whether you are interested in Melbourne’s history, beautiful gardens or simply finding a peaceful place to unwind, Fitzroy Gardens offers something for visitors of all ages.
Why Visit Fitzroy Gardens?
Explore Cooks’ Cottage : Step back in time at Cooks’ Cottage, which was built in Yorkshire, England, in 1755 by the parents of Captain James Cook. The cottage was carefully transported to Melbourne and rebuilt in Fitzroy Gardens in 1934.
Visit the Conservatory: Admire the beautiful seasonal flower displays inside the Spanish mission-style Conservatory. Built in 1930, it remains one of the gardens’ most recognisable attractions.
Find the Fairies’ Tree : Children and adults alike will enjoy discovering the Fairies’ Tree, carved by Australian artist Ola Cohn between 1931 and 1934. Look closely to find fairies, animals, birds, gnomes and other magical figures carved into the tree.
Discover the Model Tudor Village : Explore the miniature buildings of the Model Tudor Village, which represents a traditional English village from the Tudor period. The village was given to Melbourne by the people of Lambeth, England, in appreciation for food parcels sent by Australians during the Second World War.
Location and Accessibility
Fitzroy Gardens is located on Wellington Parade in East Melbourne, only a short distance from Melbourne’s central business district. The gardens include wide pathways, open lawns, seating areas and plenty of shaded spaces where visitors can stop and enjoy the surroundings.
The Fitzroy Gardens Visitor Centre can also provide visitor information and entry tickets for Cooks’ Cottage.
Plan Your Visit with The Skippy Bus
Fitzroy Gardens is a featured stop on The Skippy Bus route, making it easy to hop off and explore this beautiful corner of Melbourne.
Take a relaxing stroll beneath the trees, visit the historic attractions, enjoy the colourful gardens and then continue your Melbourne sightseeing adventure aboard The Skippy Bus.
For further visitor information, attractions and current opening details, visit the official City of Melbourne Fitzroy Gardens webpage.