The Conservatory

Beautiful place to visit if you're in the Fitzroy Gardens or near Captain Cook's cottage. Seasonal displays of flowers and shrubs are tastefully arranged in a hot house. There's always a wonderful mixture of colours and textures. Hanging baskets, small bridges and ponds are included in the conservatory. There's a fountain outside with a bronze statue of Diana the Huntress too.

Wonderful and peaceful as always.
I used to go here over 30 years ago and the place is timeless.

In the heart of Fitzroy Gardens, nestled amidst the verdant embrace of nature's bounty, lies a sanctuary of wonder and delight—The Conservatory. Step through its threshold and be transported into a realm of unparalleled beauty, where the air is infused with the heady scent of exotic blooms and the warmth of the sun filters through a canopy of lush foliage.

Behold, dear traveler, the marvels that await within this hallowed hall! Free entry beckons you forth, inviting you to wander amidst a symphony of colors and textures, as vibrant tropical plants stretch towards the heavens in a dance of life and renewal. Feast your eyes upon the kaleidoscope of hues that adorn each petal and leaf, a testament to the endless creativity of the Divine Gardener.

As you meander through this botanical paradise, feel the warmth of the conservatory embrace you like a gentle caress, banishing the chill of the outside world and enveloping you in a cocoon of serenity. Here, amidst the verdant tapestry of ferns and palms, time seems to stand still, allowing you to lose yourself in the tranquil embrace of nature's embrace.

Let this enchanted Conservatory be your refuge from the cares of the world, a sanctuary where the soul finds solace and the spirit is rejuvenated. So come, dear friend, and immerse yourself in the splendor of this earthly Eden, where the beauty of creation unfolds before your very eyes, and the wonders of the natural world are laid bare for all to behold.

Absolutely stunning space!! Definitely a must visit. Especially if you love flowers, at this time of the year with the spring season. You’re in for some beautiful springy vibes. So beautiful this place. And a nice cafe around the corner nice huge place to go for a nice walk. So colourful and bright.

Beautiful conservatory with an abundance of flowers and greenery when we visited in spring, you walk in and you'll feel transported into a different world. If you're patient enough to wait your turn, you can easily get gorgeous pictures here, amazing pops of colours everywhere.

Such a magical experience. We went here for an anniversary stroll and it was quite romantic. Also nice for individuals to sit and relax. Beautiful variety of flowers with lovely scents.
We were also lucky to catch some live music playing from the fountain outside. A lovely, peaceful place.

A beautiful display of incredible indoor flower displays. Walk in at either end of this historic Melbourne building into a lush paradise. Lovingly tended to, flowers/plants are named, and there is even a lovely area in the middle for a special selfie or social media post to be recorded by visitors. You can go through in 5 mins or spend a period of time there. Bench seating inside and outside. Entry is free.

Beautiful, colorful, relaxing, enjoyable and typically a noise free spot - a must visit place.

If you're seeking stunning photos or a deeper connection with nature, mark this place on your city itinerary and pay a visit. Admission is free 😊

Lovely little place in the gardens. I went to practice my photography and wasn't disappointed.

This is a great spot to sit and relax on any day, enjoying the quiet greenhouse atmosphere. The flower displays change throughout the year so you can always find something new to appreciate. It’s a great spot for photography of all types.

Visit this freebie even if you have no time to walk all around the gardens. Close to Cook's Cottage & Visitor's Centre. Most tourist buses offload here. Walk through this glassed Spanish Adobe building with pretty fountains at either end. The plant displays & arrangements are changed every season. It is in the Landsdowne St- Wellington Parade busiest quarter of Fitzroy Gardens. You will be able to navigate with pram or wheelchair. Pretty small - won't take long. There are seating inside if you wish to linger though the selfie takers will always be buzzing around!

The food was amazing as the crispy pork belly was so tender and crispy. The oysters and prawns were very fresh. A great variety of food.

My son kept coughing to the point where he was sick. I was so appreciative the staff was so helpful and made it all so smooth. I could not fault the service of the staff at all. Helpful, polite, friendly and efficient.

The plants and flowers are lovely. There are a couple of benches to rest for a bit if it's not too crowded (tourists by bus loads).

Gorgeous little greenhouse situated in the Fitzroy gardens! If you are passing through I would highly recommend checking it out! So good! Stunning plants aswel !

A delicious meal with lovely staff. We indulged in the 2 hour Premium drinks package, which was about 3-4 wines each. We were quite happy with the experience.

It’s spring time, which means The Conservatory is filled with flowers! I recommend giving it a visit while the flowers are at full bloom!

This place was magic if you’re a plant lover. Free to walk through and felt like a toasty oasis in freezing Melbourne with plants from all over. It’s only small but you could spend half an hour wandering through. I’ll go again.

It is located in the Fitzroy garden. Wonderful and cozy conservatory.
Full of beautiful flowers. Highly recommended.

The Conservatory, is one of the most popular features of the Fizroy Gardens. It was first opened on 13th March 1930 and the building itself is built in classic Spanish Mission architectural style, complete with adobe colour palette.

The Conservatory hosts five spectacular indoor floral displays that are changed five times each year:

* Hydrangeas and fuchsias bloom from Nov-Feb
* Tuberous Begonias and Gloxinias from Feb-Apr
* Tropical plants and Poinsettias from Apr-Jul
* Cinerarias and Cyclamens from Jul-Sep, and
* Calceolaria and Schizanthus from Sep-Nov

It's open daily from 9am to 5:30pm and free to enter. Definitely worth a visit.