Park Flagstaff gardens is the oldest public Park of Melbourne, founded in 1862. He has a huge archaeological, floral, historical and social significance in the history of the city. In 1840, on top of a hill that is now the Park, was erected a Flagstaff (flagstaff) as part of the signaling system between Melbourne and ships calling at the Bay of Port Phillip. Hence the name of the Park.

The Park is small, only 7, 2 ha. Opposite the South-Eastern corner of the train station Flagstaff, and diagonal is the former Royal Mint, built in 1869. This beautifully preserved example of classical architecture in the days of the gold rush in Victoria. The facade is decorated with paired columns and coat of arms of the Royal Mint. On the northeast corner of the Park on the other side of the street William street begins at the Royal Victoria Market.

The Park itself Flagstaff gardens consists of several wide lawns with a variety of trees and flowers, among which scurry numerous animals, including opossums. In the southern part of the Park grow mostly deciduous trees, and in the North – a huge eucalyptus trees. The Avenue of elm and ficus macrophylla their spreading crowns hiding from the sun footpaths. Among the lawns of the Park is interesting monuments and sculptures.

Along William street are tennis courts and courts for volleyball and handball. Workers in nearby offices often spend lunch break in the Park, and on weekends, to picnic.

Park Flagstaff gardens included in the National Heritage list is Australia and Victoria.