PARLIAMENT HOUSE is one of Melbourne’s best known landmarks. Facing the intersection of Spring and Bourke streets, the west facade of the building; sweeping steps, elegant lamps, grand colonnade, suggests solidity and strength. Public tours are held on Monday to Friday (except for when Parliament sits) on the following times:9:30am, 10:30am, 11:30am, 1:30pm, 2:30pm and 3:45pm
Appearances are deceptive. Parliament House is incomplete. The generous vision of nineteenth century architect, Peter Kerr, has not been fully realised. The story of Parliament House is one of staged construction and architectural ambition thwarted.
Considered to be the finest parliament buildings outside London, built with stone from the Grampians. Guided tours Public tours are held on Monday to Friday (except for when Parliament sits) on the following times:9:30am, 10:30am, 11:30am, 1:30pm, 2:30pm and 3:45pm
