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About this place
The city reports that Government House was the largest governor’s residence across the British Empire at its completion in 1876.
The record
Comparison: Governors’ residences in the British Empire in 1876.
A historical comparison, not a current worldwide house-size record. Public access requires advertised tours or events.
Visiting
Check the linked visitor information for current access, opening and any booking requirements.
Access arrangements should be checked with the operator before travelling. Occasion tags are editorial suggestions. They do not certify accessibility or opening hours.
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Sources
Sources checked 23 September 2026. A publisher’s claim is attributed; it is not a complete independent survey.
- City of Melbourne
Supports the specific claim and comparison described above.