Broughton House, Parramatta

Broughton House is a manor built in the early 19th century in Parramatta with Georgian architecture. It retains its original windows, doors, and interior details that show how colonial houses were built and designed in Australia.

The house emerged as one of the first European residences in Parramatta and shapes our understanding of early colonial history in New South Wales. It shows how British settlers built their homes in this new landscape.

The house shows how early European settlers lived and arranged their homes in Parramatta. The furniture and objects tell stories about their daily lives and habits in this new colony.

The house is open to visitors through guided tours organized by the Heritage Council of New South Wales. It helps to check with the local council office beforehand to confirm opening times and access arrangements.

The garden around the house preserves its layout and plant species from the 19th century. This old planting shows what kinds of plants early settlers grew and tended in their gardens.

Location: New South Wales

GPS coordinates: -33.81280,151.01620

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:25