Discover local heritage at Royal Historical Society of Victoria
Melbourne, Australia • 
Underrated
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Dec
14°C – 26°C, january is typically the warmest month in melbourne, with average high temperatures around 25, high crowds, peak season
14°C – 26°C, january is typically the warmest month in melbourne, with average high temperatures around 25, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Wheelchair accessible; seating available; flat terrain.
Wheelchair accessible; seating available; flat terrain.
Value for money
High
Free admission, offering engaging history exhibits.
Free admission, offering engaging history exhibits.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Fascinating Exhibits
Couples found the exhibitions engaging and informative, a great shared experience.
Rich History
Travelers loved exploring Melbourne's past; perfect for history enthusiasts.
Free Admission
Visitors appreciated the free entry, making it an accessible cultural outing.
Limited Access
Couples noted that the upstairs area was not fully accessible.
By Appointment
Travelers found the need for appointments a bit inconvenient for research.
No Weekend
Couples were disappointed by the lack of weekend opening hours.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Tuesday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Wednesday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Thursday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Friday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Saturday
-
Sunday
-
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
HIGH
13-24°C
Warm temperatures with lower rainfall.
Warm temperatures with lower rainfall.
Open
Possible need for advance booking due to high demand.
Possible need for advance booking due to high demand.
Recommended
December's warm weather and festive atmosphere attract many visitors; plan ahead to ensure access to the Royal Historical Society of Victoria.
December's warm weather and festive atmosphere attract many visitors; plan ahead to ensure access to the Royal Historical Society of Victoria.
January
HIGH
14-26°C
January is typically the warmest month in Melbourne, with average high temperatures around 25.8°C and lows of 14.4°C. The city experiences approximately 9.5 days of rainfall, accumulating about 36mm of precipitation. Humidity levels are relatively low, averaging 63%.
January is typically the warmest month in Melbourne, with average high temperatures around 25.8°C and lows of 14.4°C. The city experiences approximately 9.5 days of rainfall, accumulating about 36mm of precipitation. Humidity levels are relatively low, averaging 63%.
Open
No specific restrictions, but advance bookings are recommended due to high demand.
No specific restrictions, but advance bookings are recommended due to high demand.
Recommended
January offers warm weather and a vibrant atmosphere, making it an excellent time to visit the Royal Historical Society of Victoria. However, be prepared for larger crowds and higher prices.
January offers warm weather and a vibrant atmosphere, making it an excellent time to visit the Royal Historical Society of Victoria. However, be prepared for larger crowds and higher prices.
February
HIGH
15-26°C
February continues the warm summer trend in Melbourne, with average high temperatures of 25.8°C and lows of 14.5°C. Rainfall is slightly less frequent, with about 7.3 days of rain totaling 47.7mm. Humidity averages around 64%.
February continues the warm summer trend in Melbourne, with average high temperatures of 25.8°C and lows of 14.5°C. Rainfall is slightly less frequent, with about 7.3 days of rain totaling 47.7mm. Humidity averages around 64%.
Open
No specific restrictions, but advance bookings are advisable to secure preferred dates.
No specific restrictions, but advance bookings are advisable to secure preferred dates.
Recommended
February offers warm temperatures and a lively cultural scene, making it a great time to explore Melbourne's heritage sites. Expect continued high tourist activity and plan accordingly.
February offers warm temperatures and a lively cultural scene, making it a great time to explore Melbourne's heritage sites. Expect continued high tourist activity and plan accordingly.
March
MEDIUM
13-24°C
March marks the transition to autumn, with average high temperatures of 23.8°C and lows of 13.2°C. Rainfall occurs over approximately 9.3 days, totaling 50.1mm. Humidity levels increase slightly to around 67%.
March marks the transition to autumn, with average high temperatures of 23.8°C and lows of 13.2°C. Rainfall occurs over approximately 9.3 days, totaling 50.1mm. Humidity levels increase slightly to around 67%.
Open
No specific restrictions; greater availability due to decreased tourist numbers.
No specific restrictions; greater availability due to decreased tourist numbers.
Recommended
March provides comfortable weather and fewer crowds, making it an ideal time to visit the Royal Historical Society of Victoria and other attractions without the peak season hustle.
March provides comfortable weather and fewer crowds, making it an ideal time to visit the Royal Historical Society of Victoria and other attractions without the peak season hustle.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Several bus routes, including 220, 232, 234/6, and 237, stop directly on A'Beckett Street, right outside the Royal Historical Society of Victoria.
Train
Recommended
The closest train station is Flagstaff Station, a short walk from the Royal Historical Society of Victoria.
Walking
Recommended
The Royal Historical Society of Victoria is within easy walking distance of many city attractions.
Bike
Bike lanes on nearby streets and bicycle racks are available for secure parking.
Car
On-street and off-street parking options are available within walking distance; the nearest off-street car park is on A'Beckett Street between Wills and Queen Streets.
Taxi
Taxis and ride-sharing services provide direct drop-off at 239 A'Beckett Street.
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required