Old Government House

We are thrilled to welcome you to discover the story of this important World Heritage listed building, its grounds and the story of colonial settlement in Sydney. Run by the National Trust (NSW), it is set above the Parramatta River and includes a gift shop, picnic areas and other heritage sites.

Old Government House was the country residence for the first ten governors of New South Wales. Today it houses the nation’s premier colonial furniture collection.

The convict-built House and garrison buildings were built in 1799-1816. They are the oldest surviving public buildings in Australia.

Old Government House is one of the attractions & landmarks listed in Parramatta, New South Wales. The business is registered at Cnr Pitt and, Macquarie St, Parramatta NSW 2150; use this page to check its opening hours, phone number and Google rating before you make the trip. Besides its main category, the business also describes itself as historical landmark, historical place museum, so it may cover more than the name suggests.

When booking accommodation or travel services in Australia, confirm the check-in window, parking and whether the rate includes breakfast before you arrive; many regional properties have a reception that closes early. Reviews that mention noise, air conditioning, Wi-Fi and cleanliness are usually the most useful. Prices swing sharply with school holidays, long weekends and local events, so book early for those dates.

Opening hours are published for 1 day a week. The most common schedule is 10 am–4 pm. Hours in Australia do change around public holidays and long weekends, so a quick call before a special trip is sensible. The listed phone number is (02) 9635 8149. Many businesses also reply to text messages on the same number if it is a mobile. Its website is nationaltrust.org.au, where you may find menus, price lists or booking options.

On Google it holds a rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 457 reviews, which is a strong result for an attraction in Parramatta and suggests consistent service.

Parramatta is in New South Wales, on Australia's east coast, where summers are warm and humid, winters are mild and businesses keep to standard hours year-round with the usual public-holiday changes. Getting around Parramatta is easiest by car; street parking is metered in busy centres, and most suburban shops have their own car park. Public transport and ride-share apps such as Uber and DiDi operate across New South Wales's larger cities.

See the other attractions & landmarks in Parramatta listed below to compare ratings, hours and locations before you decide. If you own or manage Old Government House, you can claim this listing to correct details, add photos and a description, and receive a verified badge. Everyone else can help by leaving an honest review on Google after a visit.