Werribee Park

Werribee Park

Werribee Park

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    Werribee Park

    Werribee Park is part of an Aboriginal cultural landscape. Parks Victoria respects the deep and continuing connection that Traditional Owners have to these lands and waters, and we recognise their ongoing role in caring for Country.

    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.

    Opening times

     

    High season
    7 October 2019 - 13 April 2020 inclusive

    Low season  
    14 April 2020 - 5 October 2020 inclusive

     

    Mansion

     

    10am to 5pm daily
    (last entry 4.30pm)

    Weekdays - 10am to 4pm
    (last entry 3.30pm)

    Weekends and public holidays - 10am to 5pm
    (last entry 4.30pm)

     

    Grounds

     

    9am to 6.30pm

    9am to 5.30pm

     

    Entry fees

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

     Adult  $10.70
     Child  $7.80
     Concession  $7.80
     Family (2 adults and 2 children)  $33.80

    Audio guides for the mansion and gardens are available for hire for $6.70.

    Things to do in the area

     
    The interior of the historic Werribee Park Mansion.

    Werribee Mansion

    Victorian era mansion built by wealthy pastoralists, the Chirnside family, in 1877.
    The facade of the historic Werribee Park Mansion.

    Mansion Hotel and Spa

    The Mansion Hotel & 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.

    State Rose Garden

    The Werribee rose garden is separated from the mansion's formal gardens by a Heritage Border featuring unusual and historic roses from around the world. In bloom from October to May, the roses are at their most magnificent from November to April.
    An aerial view of Werribee Mansion and its surrounding gardens.

    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.

    Tours in the area

    Bushwalking, four-wheel driving, horse riding, kayaking, rock climbing and mountain biking are just some of the many activities you can experience in Victoria's parks.


    If you want to try something new or meet some like-minded people on your next visit to a park, contact a licensed tour operator.


    Parks Victoria licenses tour operators who are experts in these activities and more. They will help you get the most out of your visit.

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    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.

    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.

    Education Excursions

    This park offers curriculum-aligned ranger-guided excursions for school students. Download the Education Program to find out more and book your visit.  

     

    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.

    • Werribee Park

      Closures until further notice

      At the direction of the Victorian Chief Health Officer, Parks Victoria has closed the Werribee Park historic precinct including Mansion, historic gardens and outbuildings until further notice. The Victoria State Rose Garden and public regional park remain open to visitors. Check our COVID-19 update for the latest information, and follow the health advice provided by the Department of Health and Human Services.

    • Notices Affecting Multiple Sites

      Contacting Werribee Park advice

      Werribee Park phone system including all messages are unattended for an indefinite period of time.

      Any questions related specifically to Werribee Park volunteering, bookings, educations and park usage, please email 
      werribeebookings@parks.vic.gov.au

      Unfortunately our phone may ring but phone messages have not and will not be retrieved during this time. 

      All calls can be directed to Parks Victoria information center 131963.

    How we keep it special

     

    Werribee Park

    K Road
    Werribee VIC 3030
    13 1963
    Two hikers reach the summit of Mount Nelse at Bogong High Plains
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