Flagstaff Gardens, Melbourne

Name: Flagstaff Gardens
Address: 309-311 William St, Melbourne, 3000, Australia
Telephone: +61 3 9658 9658

#129 among attractions in Melbourne

Park, Relax in park, Garden

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Facts and practical information

Flagstaff Gardens is the oldest park in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, first established in 1862. Today it is one of the most visited and widely used parks in the city by residents, nearby office workers and tourists. The gardens are notable for their archaeological, horticultural, historical and social significance to the history of Melbourne. ()

Alternative names: Elevation: 131 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 37°48'38"S, 144°57'14"E

Address

309-311 William StCity of Melbourne (West Melbourne)Melbourne 3000 Australia

Contact

+61 3 9658 9658

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Day trips

Flagstaff Gardens – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Melbourne Central, Queen Victoria Market, RMIT Melbourne City campus, Etihad Stadium.

0.5 miE
Shopping, Shopping centre, Neighbourhood
Melbourne Central, Melbourne
13 min walk • Melbourne Central is a vibrant and expansive shopping centre nestled in the heart of Melbourne, Australia. This architectural marvel is not just a shopping destination but a cultural hub that reflects the city's dynamic spirit.
~1760 ftNE
Shops and stalls in a historic venue
Queen Victoria Market, Melbourne
9 min walk • Queen Victoria Market, affectionately known as "Queen Vic" or "Vic Market," stands as a historical landmark and a bustling center of commerce in Melbourne, Australia. Established in 1878, this open-air market spans over seven hectares, making it the largest in the...
0.5 miE
Universities and schools, Shopping, Bookshop
RMIT Melbourne City campus, Melbourne
13 min walk • The Melbourne City campus of the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology is located in the city centre of Melbourne in Victoria, Australia. It is sometimes referred to as "RMIT City" and the "RMIT Quarter" of the city in the media.
0.5 miSW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Etihad Stadium, Melbourne
14 min walk • Docklands Stadium, also currently known by naming rights sponsorship as Marvel Stadium, is a multi-purpose sports and entertainment stadium in the Docklands area of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
0.5 miNE
37°48'27"S • 144°57'47"E
Hardrock, Melbourne
14 min walk • Climbing, Game and entertainment center
~1700 ftN
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St Mary Star of the Sea, Melbourne
9 min walk • St Mary Star of the Sea is a historically significant Catholic parish church in West Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. The foundation stone of the church was laid in 1882 and the building was completed by 1900.
0.4 miS
37°48'57"S • 144°57'7"E
Spencer Outlet Centre, Melbourne
10 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre, Tours
~1060 ftSE
Museum, History museum, Art museum
Hellenic Museum, Melbourne
6 min walk • The Hellenic Museum is an art and history museum in Melbourne, Australia dedicated to inspiring visitors about Hellenic culture, both ancient and contemporary, through innovative programs, exhibitions and events.
0.5 miNW
Museum, Art gallery
Arts House, Melbourne
14 min walk • Arts House is a centre for contemporary performance and interactive artforms in Melbourne, Australia. Established in 2006, it is a program of the City of Melbourne. It supports and presents a range of experimental theatre, live art, contemporary dance and similar types of performance, by Australian and international artists.
~1850 ftE
Postmodern architecture
Argus Centre, Melbourne
9 min walk • The Argus Centre is a postmodernist highrise office building situated on the corner of La Trobe Street and Elizabeth Street, Melbourne. It was designed by architect Nonda Katsalidis whilst he was a director of AXIA Pty Ltd for client Ryssal Three.
~1040 ftS
Universities and schools
William Angliss Institute, Melbourne
6 min walk • William Angliss Institute of TAFE is a TAFE institute located in the Melbourne CBD, Victoria, Australia providing training and vocational education in Hospitality, Tourism and Culinary Arts.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Flagstaff Gardens open?

Flagstaff Gardens is open:

Monday 24h
Tuesday 24h
Wednesday 24h
Thursday 24h
Friday 24h
Saturday 24h
Sunday 24h

Which popular attractions are close to Flagstaff Gardens?

Nearby attractions include St James Old Cathedral, Melbourne (3 min walk), King Street, Melbourne (3 min walk), Dudley Street, Melbourne (3 min walk), William Angliss Institute, Melbourne (6 min walk).

How to get to Flagstaff Gardens by public transport?

The nearest stations to Flagstaff Gardens:

Bus

Queen Victoria Market/Peel Street • Lines: 220 (3 min walk)
Queen Victoria Market/Franklin Street • Lines: 220, 234, 235, 236, 237, 546 (4 min walk)

Tram

Stop 2: King Street • Lines: 30, 35 (4 min walk)
Stop 3: Flagstaff Station • Lines: 30, 30d, 35 (5 min walk)

Train

Flagstaff (4 min walk)
Melbourne Central (12 min walk)

Ferry

Port Phillip Ferries (18 min walk)