Rippon Lea Estate

Explore a heritage mansion and gardens

OutdoorHistoric SiteMuseumPark & Reserve
Where
Elsternwick

About

Discover a National Heritage-listed 19th-century mansion surrounded by extensive Victorian pleasure gardens, including a lake, fernery, orchard, flower gardens and historic trees. Families can explore the grounds, visit the Gatehouse Tea Room and join guided garden or mansion tours. The estate also offers picnic areas, a gift shop and nursery.

Opening hours

MondayToday
10am – 4pm(Last entry 3:30pm; temporary closures are published separately.)
Tuesday
10am – 4pm(Last entry 3:30pm; temporary closures are published separately.)
Wednesday
10am – 4pm(Last entry 3:30pm; temporary closures are published separately.)
Thursday
10am – 4pm(Last entry 3:30pm; temporary closures are published separately.)
Friday
10am – 4pm(Last entry 3:30pm; temporary closures are published separately.)
Saturday
10am – 4pm(Last entry 3:30pm; temporary closures are published separately.)
Sunday
10am – 4pm(Last entry 3:30pm; temporary closures are published separately.)

Admissions

General admission (garden entry)
Adult Admission$15
Concession$12
Child Admission$9
Family Pass$40

Where you'll be

Rippon Lea House and Gardens

192 Hotham Street
8.0 km

Rippon Lea House and Gardens

192 Hotham Street

What you'll experience

  • Baby Change Facilities
  • Booking Recommended
  • Disability Inclusive
  • Food & Drinks
  • Ground Floor
  • Parking Available
  • Public Transport
  • Stroller Friendly
  • Toilets On Site
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Good to know

Opening hours
Open daily 10am-4pm, with last entry at 3:30pm. Check the official visit page for temporary closures before travelling.
Mansion
Mansion entry is by guided tour only and requires a separate tour ticket in addition to general admission.

Organiser

NT

National Trust of Australia (Victoria)

The National Trust of Australia (Victoria) is dedicated to preserving and promoting the cultural heritage of Victoria. They offer engaging talks and events, such as the 'Dahlias Up Close' talk, which explores the history and care of dahlias at the Rippon Lea Estate.
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