The Fairies Tree

Unclaimed

Super interesting but forgotten story. The detail is amazing and the underlying reason for the carvings makes magic become real again. Recommend taking a look if you're in the park.

A magical little stop in Fitzroy Gardens — the Fairies’ Tree is a beautifully carved red gum stump filled with fairies, animals, and mythical creatures. Sculpted by artist Ola Cohn in the 1930s as a gift to the children of Melbourne, it’s full of charm and whimsy, and still lovingly preserved today. A fun, imaginative spot for kids and adults alike!

Extremely cute place to visit, beautiful suburbs near the cbd and was very much enjoyable

I kid you not—this is probably the cutest place I’ve visited in a while and one of my favorites in Australia. The tree, adorned with fairies and other mystical creatures, is absolutely lovely—even for a 35-year-old like me. As a huge Peter Pan fan, it reminded me of his adventures in Kensington Gardens, which made me love it even more. The beautifully decorated, colorful tree is truly a must-see!