Rippon Lea Estate

Explore a heritage mansion and gardens

Historic Site
Museum
Park & Reserve
Outdoor
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

Monday
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.)
FridayToday
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

Elsternwick

192 Hotham Street
8.0 km

Elsternwick

192 Hotham Street

What you'll experience

Baby Change Facilities

Baby change facilities available on site.

Booking Recommended

Advance booking is recommended but walk-up access may still be available. Do not use when booking is mandatory.

Disability Inclusive

Explicit inclusive support, adapted delivery, or disability-inclusive design beyond physical access.

Food & Drinks

Cafe or food/drink options are available.

Ground Floor

Located on ground floor

Parking Available

Visitor parking is explicitly available, but the source does not establish whether it is free or paid.

Public Transport

Accessible by public transport

Stroller Friendly

Suitable for prams and strollers.

Toilets On Site

Toilets are available for visitors.

Wheelchair Accessible

Accessible for wheelchairs and mobility aids.

Good to know

Open daily 10am-4pm, with last entry at 3:30pm. Check the official visit page for temporary closures before travelling.

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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