Werribee Park

A family of six enjoy a picnic on a green, manicured lawn in front of a multi-storey sandstone mansion featuring striking columns and archways.

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Werribee Park

Soak up the richness of Werribee Park, an estate built on the wealth of an Australian pastoral empire. Explore the heritage-listed Werribee Mansion, set up a picnic in the beautiful formal gardens or see a kaleidoscope of colour when the 5000 roses bloom in the Victoria State Rose Garden.

Experience the grandeur of the Werribee Mansion. Enjoy a picnic or explore the formal gardens and marvel at the expansive manicured landscape, intricately designed grotto and ornamental lake.

Once the working heart of the Werribee Park estate, the remaining bluestone outbuildings of the farmyard provide a stark contrast to the elaborate craftsmanship of the Chirnside Mansion. Wander down to the heritage orchard and see the work the community and Parks Victoria have put in to preserve and restore the fruit orchard originally planted by the Chirnside family in the late 1800s.


Hours of operation

Low season (7 April 2024 - 6 October 2024)

  • Monday to Friday: 10.00 am - 4.00 pm (last entry 3.30 pm)
  • Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays: 10.00 am - 5.00 pm (last entry 4.30 pm)

High season (7 October 2024 - 6 April 2025)

  • Monday to Friday: 10.00 am - 5.00 pm (last entry 4.30 pm)
  • Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays: 10.00 am - 5.00 pm (last entry 4.30 pm)

Entry fees

Werribee Park Mansion - General Admission

  • Adult $11.90
  • Concession $8.50
  • Child (4-15 years) $8.50
  • Child (0-4 years) Free of charge
  • Family (incl 2 adults & 2 children) $37.30
  • Extra Family Child (4-15 years) $5.40

Entry to Werribee Park Gardens and Victoria State Rose Garden is free.

Car Park closing hours

Please be advised that our car park gates close at 5:30 pm on weekdays and 6:30 pm on weekends and public holidays.

Things to do in the area

 
Overview of Werribee Park Mansion.

Werribee Park Mansion

Visit Werribee Park Mansion, one of the largest and most opulent properties in Victoria, and discover the story of an Australian pastoral empire.
The facade of the historic Werribee Park Mansion.

Lancemore Mansion Hotel and Spa

The Lancemore Mansion Hotel and Spa at Werribee Park is a cosmopolitan haven of tranquility and charm. A premier and highly sought after destination just 30 minutes from Melbourne’s CBD
A couple sit on a bench in the rose garden at Werribee Park.

Victoria State Rose Garden

Victoria State Rose Garden is a must-see on your Werribee Park visit. Separated from the mansion's formal gardens by a Heritage Border featuring unusual and historic roses from around the world, the roses are at their most magnificent from November to April.
An aerial view of Werribee Mansion and its surrounding gardens.

Werribee Park Formal Gardens

Like many notable early settlers the Chirnsides were members of the Acclimatisation Society, an organisation which introduced several European flora and fauna species to the Australian landscape. As a result the ten hectares of manicured landscape contain a variety of exotic species combined with Australian natives.

Shadowfax

Shadowfax is a boutique winery located in the heart of Werribee Park. Housed within an award winning Wood Marsh designed building, the winery features a restaurant, tasting bar and cellar door, and outdoor terrace. Visitors from all over Melbourne and surrounding areas flock to the winery on weekends, enjoying Shadowfax's premium range of wines, Mediterranean-inspired menu and live music.

The Refectory

Award winning catering, classic decor, heritage architectural backdrop and the lush natural gardens of The Refectory creates the perfect setting for your next corporate event or special life celebration.
A ground take a volunteer led tour through the Flying Fox environments on the banks of the Yarra River in Yarra Bend Park

Guided Park Walks

Meet new people and connect with nature on a free guided Park Walk in one of Victoria’s beautiful parks. Walks are led by our trained and friendly volunteers, so you can relax, enjoy the serenity of the bush and chat with other group members. Go on a walk as a once-off to explore somewhere new or become a regular and add it to your wellbeing or fitness routine.

Tours and adventure experiences in parks

One of the best ways you can get into nature is with a Licensed Tour Operator.

There are more than 400 Licensed Tour Operators across Victoria who are ready and waiting to help you experience and connect with Victoria’s spectacular parks and waterways.

Discover more than 60 different types of nature-based experiences including hiking, mountain biking, boating, four-wheel driving, indigenous culture tours, birdwatching, surfing, diving and so much more. 

Licensed Tour Operators know all the best places to go and will plan and prepare your visit to ensure you are safe and can enjoy your nature-based adventure to the fullest.

Find a Licensed Tour Operator

How to get there

Werribee Park

Werribee Park is 35 km west of Melbourne city. Travel along the Princes Fwy towards Geelong and exit at Duncans Rd (C108), then turn on to K Road for park entrance.
Werribee Park

When you're there

Download the Werribee Park visitor guide for more information about the park and the experiences to be had within its borders.

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When to go

The pleasant temperatures of summer are perfect for picnic or barbecue. Set up in the Werribee Park Picnic Area and look out over the Victoria State Rose Garden and beautiful mansion. See the roses of the Victoria State Rose Garden in full bloom

Need to know

Werribee Park

Accessibility

Visiting a park can be more of a challenge for people with disabilities, however in Victoria there are a wide range of facilities to help people of all abilities enjoy our wonderful parks around the state.

To make it easier for people with limited mobility to see the all abilities access and experiences on offer at Werribee Park and the Victoria State Rose Garden, Parks Victoria has released this video - produced and narrated by accessibility advocate Ryan Smith, who uses a wheelchair.

Parks Victoria's social script resources for children on the autism spectrum have been developed with the professional assistance of AMAZE to increase the accessibility of its parks for people on the autism spectrum.

Assistance dogs are welcome in Parks Victoria parks and reserves. Entry requirements apply for parks and reserves that are usually dog prohibited, such as national parks.

Please note that prams and dogs (with the exception of assistance dogs) are not permitted in the Mansion.

Education Excursions

This park offers curriculum-aligned ranger-guided excursions for school students. Download Werribee Mansion's education program from the Ranger-led Learning Experiences page.

 

Change of Conditions

Nature being nature, sometimes conditions can change at short notice. It’s a good idea to check this page ahead of your visit for any updates.

  • Notices Affecting Multiple Sites

    Werribee Regional Park - No vehicle access & pedestrian bridge closed

    The pedestrian bridge over Werribee River, which connects Werribee Park to Werribee Regional Park is closed.

    Flooding has caused significant damage to the footing of the bridge, and it is not safe to use. The work requires careful planning and design, with many site and environmental factors to be considered, to minimise impact on flora and fauna. Works are expected to take place in mid 2025.

    Werribee Mansion and Victoria State Rose Garden remain open. Access via gate 2, off K Road, Werribee South

    Open House Melbourne

    Parks Victoria will throw open the doors of the Mansion for free on 28 July 2024 as part of Open House Melbourne, with a range of fun things to do for all ages.

    The 60-room mansion is one of the most opulent historic homes in Australia, and this is a chance to explore and have fun, with free entry from 10am-4pm.

    Surprise musical performances and games will create a lively atmosphere inside the mansion and refreshments will be on offer from the café.

    Kids can sample life in the past with vintage toys and games in the children's room, while Parks Victoria rangers and volunteers will be free to chat about the history, art and architecture of the mansion.

    Outside, visitors can wander through the grounds and explore the gardens and outbuildings. The historic farm precinct will showcase 19th century life and work with demonstrations and other activities.

    The Refectory Cafe will also be serving Devonshire Teas, including two scones, homemade lemonade, and tea or coffee. Bookings are essential, and can be made here: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1246400 

    Open House Melbourne is one of the most popular cultural events on the city’s calendar. This year, it features 170 significant public and private buildings, including more than 60 that are included on the Victorian Heritage Register.

    The full open House Melbourne program and details can be found here: https://openhousemelbourne.org/

  • Werribee Park Mansion (Werribee Park)

    Important Information

    Please be advised that Werribee Mansion will be closing early at 3:00 PM on Saturday, 27 July. This early closure is to allow preparations for Open House Melbourne, which will take place on Sunday, 28 July.

    We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

    Thank you.

How we keep it special

We aim to ensure that our valued parks, and the natural assets and cultural heritage they hold, can be enjoyed now and by future generations.

Werribee Park

K Road
Werribee VIC 3030
13 1963
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