Government House is situated within the Botanic Gardens. It is a Gothic revival building constructed in 1837 to 1845. Since the Governor is no longer in residence, the building is open to the public. Government House was designed in 1835 by British architect Edward Blore and regarded as one of the best examples in Australia of gothic revival.
Government House is situated within the Botanic Gardens. Government House is a Gothic revival building constructed in 1837 to 1845.
The State Rooms were decorated in 1879 by Lyon, Cottier & Co as part of the Sydney International Exhibition. The interior features a collection of colonial furniture, portraiture, and gubernatorial memorabilia. Since the Governor is no longer in residence, the building is open to the public. Macquarie Street. Admission is free. (9931 5222)
