Top Historical Places in Melbourne
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H M A S Castlemaine
(50 Votes)
The maritime history is closely interlinked with that of the growth of Melbourne as a city. HMAS Castlemaine is one of the sixty Australian-built Bathurst Class corvettes that have known to serve World War II, and today is acclaimed to be last such vessel still a float. Restored by volunteers over a period of four decades, this vessel gives you an insight into the way the crews lived on bo...Read more -
Scots' Church
(173 Votes)
The scots church in Melbourne claims to be Victoria's oldest Presbyterian congregation. Founded in 1838, this church was designed by Joseph Reed. What makes this church a significant one is that it has been host to many distinguished musicians who have also been the members of the Scots' Choir. The most noted is Dame Nellie Melba. Every Sunday, this church resonates with the music of the choir ...Read more -
Overnewton Castle
(81 Votes)
Built in the Victorian Tudor style of architecture, the Overnewton castle was inspired by 16th century English and Scottish architecture, William Taylor in 1849. Today, it stands as a heritage building that attracts many a travellers. The best way to wonder at the inside beauty of this castle is to attend the various events that keep on taking place here such as weddings, high tea's, children's...Read more -
Parliament Gardens
(170 Votes)
Built in the memory of two of Australia’s most prominent Indigenous leaders and traditional owners, Pastor Sir Douglas and Lady Gladys, this is a small garden that invites travellers and locals especially on sunny afternoons. Located at the Spring Street end of town overlooking the Parliament House, Eastern Hill and St Patrick's Cathedral, this is a triangular park that offers a comfortab...Read more -
La Trobe's Cottage
(11 Votes)
Once the home of Victoria's first governor, Charles Joseph La Trobe, La Trobe Cottage today stands as a historic attraction in Melbourne. Located in the quiet corners, this building was first erected in Jolimont, close to where the Melbourne Cricket Ground now stands, but was later on shifted in Kings Domain on a rise near the Royal Botanic Gardens and the Shrine. Inside the beautiful La Tobe C...Read more