What’s On
- From1January
1 January 2026 to 24 January 2026 | Selected TimesJoin the magical fairies as they go on an exciting musical adventure! Presented by the Australian Shakespeare Company...
Sunday18January
Sessions run on select days (separate ticket required)Discover Rippon Lea’s 14-acre gardens through nature journaling. ..
Sunday18January
Next market Sunday 18 January 2026Shop lovingly handmade art and design on the sprawling lawns of Rippon Lea Estate..
Thursday22January
Thursday 22 January 2026 | 7PM - 8PMSwiss-Australian pianist and composer Amy Rita presents an evening of original piano music at the heritage Rippon Lea Es..
SelectDays
Tours run on select days (separate ticket required)Join us for an insightful 45-minute social history tour of the garden, led by a National Trust guide...
ThursdaytoSaturday
Available Thursday to SaturdaysEnjoy a 2-course lunch including a glass of wine or a beer at Rippon Lea Food & Wine, before visiting the stunning Rippo..
Wednesday11February
Wednesday 11 FebruaryIf you’re looking to slow down, breathe deeply and reconnect with nature, this guided Forest Bathing experience at Rip..
SelectWeekends
Select WeekendsIndulge in one of Melbourne's best High Tea's at the stunning Rippon Lea Estate...
Sunday22February
Sunday 22 February 2026 | 10.00am-3.00pmA family favourite celebrating the National Trust’s 70th Anniversary..
Daily(Self-Guided)
Self-Guided Family Discovery TrailJoin Rippon Lea’s beloved bears, Elm and Willow, for an enchanting adventure through the historic grounds..
11am&2pm (Daily)
Tours run daily (separate ticket required)Step back in time during a guided tour of this magnificent mansion, led by one of the National Trusts knowledgeable guid..
From21February
21 February – 30 May 2026 | WeekendsEnjoy a relaxed day of play this summer with The Great Back Yard Garden Lawn Games, set among the heritage pleasure gard..
Available to Hire
Tennis Court Hire available.Enjoy a relaxed game of tennis with friends on Rippon Lea Estate’s beautifully restored heritage tennis court...
Saturday16May
Saturday 16 May - Tuesday 19 MayGet ready to cook up a storm with new recipes and ideas at the Pre-loved Cook Book Sale..
Weekly1pmWednesdays
A beautiful Victorian mansion set in 14 acres of garden.
Family home to some of Victoria’s most influential people.
Plan Your Visit
Open Daily
May to August
10am – 4pm (Last entry 3.30pm)
September to April
10am – 5pm (Last entry 4.30pm)
Closed Christmas Day
General Admission (Garden Entry)
$15 Adult
$12 Concession
$9 Children (3-15 years)
$40 Family (2 adults + 2 children)
FREE admission for National Trust members.
Separate tickets available for Garden Tours & Mansion Tours.
*Booking fees apply.
Admission tickets are available for purchase from the ticket box.
A truly unique and romantic setting for your event.
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Rippon Lea House and Gardens
192 Hotham Street
Elsternwick Victoria 3185
(03) 9656 9889
ripponlea@nattrust.com.au
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