Discover Melbourne’s Government House with the National Trust

Join The National Trust on a guided tour of the grand State Rooms of Government House and get a unique insight into the constitutional, ceremonial, international and community engagement duties of the Governor.

Visitors will be guided through the State Apartments which includes the State Hall, State Drawing Room, State Dining Room and the Ballroom to learn about the history of the house and its relevance in today’s society.

The tour will incorporate a visit to La Trobe’s Cottage, the original home of Victoria’s first Lieutenant-Governor, Charles Joseph La Trobe.

The House is only open on a limited number of days every year. In 2025 they are: 7 Apr, 5 May, 2 June, 7 July, 4 Aug, 1 Sep, 6 Oct, 27 Oct, 1 Dec

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