Every day between Monday 27 August 2007 and Wednesday 27 August 2008
Government House was constructed between 1837and 1845. It is the most sophisticated example of a Gothic Revival building in New South Wales.
The ground floor State Rooms include the dining room, drawing room and ballroom. These contain an outstanding collection of 19th and 20th century furnishings and decoration that reflect changing styles and the differing tastes of the Governors and their wives. The first floor includes State Apartments that were used by the Governor, visiting members of the Royal Family and other Heads of State.
The house is sited in an important historic garden overlooking Sydney Harbour. Viewing of the house is by guided tour only, with tours on the hour and half hour starting at 10.30 with the last tour departing at 3pm. The upstairs rooms, including the bedrooms, are not open to the public.
If you are in a group we advise that you book a tour.
Grounds open daily from 10am to 4pm
House open Friday to Sunday from 10.30am to 3pm by guided tour ONLY
Tours depart every half hour commencing at 10.30am the last tour departs at 3pm
Closed Christmas Day and Good Friday
all ages
Does it include a swim in the pool?