Discover the Sir Redmond Barry Statue: A Historical Gem in Melbourne

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are starting from Flinders Street Station, exit the station and head towards the main entrance on Flinders Street. From there, walk straight down Swanston Street for about 10 minutes. You will pass by Federation Square on your left. Continue walking until you reach the State Library Victoria, which is located on the left side of Swanston Street. The Sir Redmond Barry Statue is located in the forecourt of the library.

• Tram

  To reach the Sir Redmond Barry Statue via tram, head to the nearest tram stop and catch a tram on the Route 1, 3, 5, 6, 16, 64, or 67 lines in the direction of Melbourne University or East Coburg. Get off at the stop called 'Swanston Street/La Trobe Street.' From there, walk down Swanston Street toward the State Library Victoria, which will be on your right. The statue is situated in front of the library.

• Public Transport (Train + Tram)

  If you are further away, you can take a train to Flinders Street Station. Once you arrive, exit the station and head toward the Swanston Street exit. From there, you can either walk straight down Swanston Street (about a 10-minute walk) or catch a tram (Route 1, 3, 5, 6, 16, 64, or 67) from the tram stop outside the station. Get off at 'Swanston Street/La Trobe Street' and walk to the State Library Victoria, where the Sir Redmond Barry Statue is located.

• Bus

  If you are taking a bus, make sure to check the routes that service the Melbourne CBD. Alight at any stop near Swanston Street, such as 'Swanston Street/Collins Street.' From there, walk in the direction of the State Library Victoria, which is about a 5-minute walk. The Sir Redmond Barry Statue is right in front of the library entrance.