Como House: Guided Garden Tour
- 45 minutes
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Explore the exquisite gardens of Como House in South Yarra on a guided tour that delves into its rich social history and stunning heritage. Spanning almost six acres, these gardens, originally designed by Victorian landscaper William Sangster, feature mature trees, the charming Kitchen Garden, and the unique Elias Stone Garden. Led by knowledgeable National Trust Guides, this 45-minute experience showcases the botanical beauty and dedication of the garden's caretakers. Perfect for history enthusiasts and nature lovers alike, this tour provides an intimate look at one of Melbourne's beloved heritage sites.
Inclusions
What's included
- Guided Tour of Como's Gardens
What's not
- Entry into the Como House Mansion is not included.
Itinerary
Originally designed by renowned Victorian landscaper William Sangster, Como’s gardens span almost six acres and feature a treasure trove of botanical beauty. Explore fine, mature trees and shrubs dating back to the mid-19th century, as well as hidden gems such as the Elias Stone Garden, the charming Kitchen Garden and a Paul Bangay-designed interpretation of a classic perennial border. These gardens are lovingly maintained by our dedicated Head Gardener, a team of five gardeners, and a passionate group of volunteers.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Como House is located in South Yarra, about 6km (4 miles) southeast of Melbourne. The closest train station is South Yarra, from which you can walk to Como House (about 15 minutes) or hop on the tram (no. 58) to Como Avenue/Toorak Road right nearby.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 15 travellers
- Operated by
- National Trust of Australia (Victoria)
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wear appropriate footwear for potentially wet or muddy pathways
How it compares in Melbourne
- Its from-price is 92% below the median of the 857 experiences we list in Melbourne.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 473 of 857.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Melbourne
Melbourne is the capital of Victoria on the Yarra River, known for laneway cafés, street art, grand Victorian buildings and a calendar full of sport.
Melbourne grew rich on the gold rush of the 1850s, and the grand buildings from that time still stand in the grid of the city centre, among them Flinders Street Station with its yellow facade and the domed Royal Exhibition Building. Federation Square and the National Gallery of Victoria stand close to the Yarra, and trams rattle along the main streets. Narrow lanes such as Hosier Lane are covered in ever-changing street art.
Top-ranked sights in Melbourne: Loch Ard Gorge, Twelve Apostles, Great Ocean Road.
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