Old Government House
A historic World Heritage-listed colonial house and museum in Parramatta, Sydney, rated 4.6 across more than 440 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Old Government House sits in Parramatta Park, at the corner of Pitt and Macquarie Streets in Parramatta, in Sydney's west. A much-loved historic house and museum — Australia's oldest surviving public building and a UNESCO World Heritage-listed site — it offers a fascinating window into the country's colonial history, beautifully preserved in lovely parkland surrounds.
The appeal is that combination of genuine, nationally significant history and a beautiful setting: the elegant Georgian house, its period furnishings and the stories of early colonial Sydney, all set in the lovely grounds of Parramatta Park. For history buffs, families and anyone interested in Australia's heritage, it's a genuinely fascinating and important site.
With a 4.6 rating from more than 440 reviews, it's clearly a much-loved attraction. Opening hours, admission, guided tours and any special events vary — and a heritage house museum may keep specific hours — so it's worth checking current details before you go, particularly to confirm opening days and any tour times, then enjoying the history of Old Government House in Parramatta.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- WednesdayToday
- Closed
- Thursday
- 10:00 – 16:00
- Friday
- 10:00 – 16:00
- Saturday
- 11:00 – 16:00
- Sunday
- 11:00 – 16:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 82
- Popularity
- 80
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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