Description
Construction of the Houses of Parliament began in 1856. The colonnaded building is the meeting place of the Victorian State Parliament. Until the move to Canberra in 1927 the building was occupied by the Australian Parliament. There are conducted visits when Parliament is not in session.

The Parliament grounds feature a garden and fountains.
Address
Parliament House
Melbourne, VIC 3002
Australia
Hours
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open10:0010:0010:0010:0010:0010:0010:00
Closed15:4515:4515:4515:4515:4515:4515:45
Cost
FREE
Tips
Tours only available on days when parliament is not sitting.
Tours available between hours listed.
Groups of eight or more require a booking.
Guides
Guided tour included with admission.
Attractions Near Houses of Parliament, Melbourne