Como House and Garden

Enjoy the calm of an urban pleasure garden and historic house. Discover the story of Melbourne with a visit to Como House.

Known by many Melburnians as ‘the white house on the hill,’ Como overlooks the Birrurung (Yarra) river and is surrounded by a pleasure garden and community parkland.

Leila Armytage called her home ‘the last remaining oasis.’

Como is an atmospheric town mansion presented as a family home. The interiors reflect the tastes and style of the Armytages, who lived at Como for 95 years. It was the first house museum in Australia acquired with its contents of furniture, domestic technology and decorative arts. Como was a home but also a place of work, and the original servants’ quarters are preserved.

Built in 1847, Como House is an unusual mix of Australian Regency and classic Italianate architecture. The garden has retained many elements of its 1850s design.

Since colonisation, Como has changed with Melbourne, reflecting the booms and busts of Victoria’s history. This is the story you will hear on your visit.

Entry inside Como House is by guided tour only. Spaces are limited and pre-bookings are recommended. 

Read more about the history of Como House.


See & Do

  • Pre-book a guided visit of Como House with volunteers who will help you find out more  
  • Bring a picnic to enjoy in the tranquil garden surroundings
  • Shop unique items at the National Trust Gift Shop 
  • Shop from a collection of quality unique second-hand books at the Bookshop 

 

As a responsible custodian of heritage places, the National Trust is committed to acknowledging the past, including aspects of our history which are painful and uncomfortable. Read more about what we’re doing.

 

 

Place Details

Opening Times

Gardens:
Monday to Sunday: 10:00am-4:00pm

House Tours:
Wednesday, Thursday & Friday: 1.30pm
Saturday & Sunday: 11.00am, 12.30pm and 2pm.

Gift Shop:
Wednesday to Sunday: 10:00am-3:00pm.

Como House & Gardens is closed on Public Holidays.

Admission

Entry to the gardens is FREE.

Como House Tours*:
Adult $15
Concession $10
Child $5
Family $30

National Trust Members: FREE

*Prices not valid for Exhibitions or House of Discovery.

Coffee Cart

Open Friday to Sunday
10:00am-2:00pm

Location

Corner Williams Rd & Lechlade Ave,
South Yarra 3141

Wurundjeri Woiwurrung Country

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Victoria and recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present.

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Como House and Garden

Address:

Corner Williams Rd & Lechlade Ave,
South Yarra 3141 VIC

Entry Fees:

Entry to the gardens is free.

House Tours:
Adult: $15
Concession: $10
Child: $5 (15 years & under)
Family: $30 (2 adults + 2 children)
National Trust Members: FREE

*Extra may fees apply during an exhibition period.

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How to get here

Como House is located in South Yarra, about 6km (4 miles) southeast of Melbourne. The closest train station is South Yarra, from which you can walk to Como House (about 15 minutes) or hop on the tram (no. 58) to Como Avenue/Toorak Road right nearby.

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