1850s · South Melbourne · homes
Portable Iron Houses
These corrugated-iron homes arrived as flat-pack buildings during the gold rush. Their sparse rooms show an everyday settler life far from Melbourne's mansions
Plan the visitCompact open-day visit to three rare prefabricated houses
Best timeCheck the limited monthly opening schedule
CostPaid open day or tour
Family fitAges 8+ · Teen appeal 4/5
FacilitiesSteps or limited access
DogsAssistance dogs only
Before you go: Limited opening and small rooms; confirm accessibility