What's free in Melbourne over the long weekend
Free events, markets, pop-ups and live music on in Melbourne this long weekend.
Kings Domain
Extensive gardens home to many significant Melbourne landmarks.
Ron Barassi Senior Park
Recreational space by the waterfront with a playground and barbecues.
Parliament Gardens Reserve
This small triangular park is a pleasant respite at the Spring Street end of town.
Yarra Park
Public parkland surrounding Australia's sporting mecca, the MCG.
Treasury Gardens
A tranquil green edge to Melbourne's government buildings precinct.
Fawkner Park
A popular park in South Yarra, with tennis facilities and meandering paths.
University of Melbourne
The oldest university in Victoria, with landscaped gardens and interesting architecture.
Alexandra Gardens
A great spot to laze around or have a barbecue by the Yarra River.
Batman Park
Planted with eucalypts, this inner-city park sits on the site of former rail yard.
Neill Street Reserve
A neighbourhood park for the Carlton community.
Monument Park
A sculpture park designed by internationally renowned artist Callum Morton.
Five free must-do Melbourne walks
It’s time to get out and about in the city. Have a wander with these free guides.
Birrarung Marr
Popular park along the Yarra River next to Federation Square.
JJ Holland Park
Home to kids playgrounds, a skate park and the local community centre.
Secret gardens and majestic parks
Take a walk through Melbourne’s lush parks and gardens.
Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria
A picturesque haven for recreation and a key botanical resource for research and conservation.
Trin Warren Tam-boore
An urban wetland over five hectares on the edge of Royal Park.
Enterprize Park
A park beside the Yarra River commemorating the landing of the first settlers.
Westgate Park
A great place for birdwatching, a casual picnic or an escape from the city.
