Parks and gardens

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria

A picturesque haven for recreation and a key botanical resource for research and conservation.

The best playgrounds in Melbourne

The best playgrounds in Melbourne

We've rounded up the best adventure parks and playgrounds.

Five free must-do Melbourne walks

Five free must-do Melbourne walks

It’s time to get out and about in the city. Have a wander with these free guides.

The best picnic spots in Melbourne

The best picnic spots in Melbourne

Try these beautiful parks and gardens for your next Melbourne picnic.

Secret gardens and majestic parks

Secret gardens and majestic parks

Take a walk through Melbourne’s lush parks and gardens.

Kings Domain

Kings Domain

Extensive gardens home to many significant Melbourne landmarks.

Ron Barassi Senior Park

Ron Barassi Senior Park

Recreational space by the waterfront with a playground and barbecues.

Parliament Gardens Reserve

Parliament Gardens Reserve

This small triangular park is a pleasant respite at the Spring Street end of town.

A dog-spotters’ guide to Melbourne

A dog-spotters’ guide to Melbourne

Melbourne's best dog-friendly parks to take your furry friend.

Five things you didn’t know about the Royal Botanic Gardens

Five things you didn’t know about the Royal Botanic Gardens

Here are some odd spots to ponder on your next stroll around the ponds.

Yarra Park

Yarra Park

Public parkland surrounding Australia's sporting mecca, the MCG.

Treasury Gardens

Treasury Gardens

A tranquil green edge to Melbourne's government buildings precinct.

Fawkner Park

Fawkner Park

A popular park in South Yarra, with tennis facilities and meandering paths.

University of Melbourne

University of Melbourne

The oldest university in Victoria, with landscaped gardens and interesting architecture.

Alexandra Gardens

Alexandra Gardens

A great spot to laze around or have a barbecue by the Yarra River.

Batman Park

Batman Park

Planted with eucalypts, this inner-city park sits on the site of former rail yard.

Twelve stunning gardens close to the Melbourne CBD

Twelve stunning gardens close to the Melbourne CBD

Take your daily exercise in one of the city's best gardens.

Market Square Pop-up Park

Market Square Pop-up Park

Relax on the grass and enjoy a picnic at this pop-up park.

Neill Street Reserve

Neill Street Reserve

A neighbourhood park for the Carlton community.

Monument Park

Monument Park

A sculpture park designed by internationally renowned artist Callum Morton.

Southbank Boulevard Play Space

Southbank Boulevard Play Space

An exciting and challenging play space in the middle of Southbank.

Birrarung Marr

Birrarung Marr

Popular park along the Yarra River next to Federation Square.

JJ Holland Park

JJ Holland Park

Home to kids playgrounds, a skate park and the local community centre.

The best outdoor exercise parks in Melbourne

The best outdoor exercise parks in Melbourne

Find gorgeous parks and gardens for group fitness, basketball courts, tennis and more

The best autumn walks in Melbourne

The best autumn walks in Melbourne

Where to see golden leaves and autumn colours in the city.

What's free and what's open on the January public holiday

What's free and what's open on the January public holiday

Find free events, pop-ups and live music on 26 January.

Top after-work walks in Melbourne

Top after-work walks in Melbourne

Take advantage of summer’s extended daylight and catch some rays after work while you can.

Trin Warren Tam-boore

Trin Warren Tam-boore

An urban wetland over five hectares on the edge of Royal Park.

Enterprize Park

Enterprize Park

A park beside the Yarra River commemorating the landing of the first settlers.

Westgate Park

Westgate Park

A great place for birdwatching, a casual picnic or an escape from the city.

MPavilion Parkville

MPavilion Parkville

Designed by Glenn Murcutt AO, this new community space hosts free, interactive and engaging events.

The ultimate guide to exploring Fitzroy Gardens

The ultimate guide to exploring Fitzroy Gardens

Make an exercise date and explore the beauty of this glorious city garden.

Carlton Gardens

Carlton Gardens

A World Heritage Site known for its Victorian fountain and tree-lined avenues.

Melbourne places you've never visited

Melbourne places you've never visited

Secret shops, glowing laneways and even a shrine to Elvis.

The best spring walks in Melbourne

The best spring walks in Melbourne

See flowers in full bloom on these stunning city walks.

Fitzroy Gardens

Fitzroy Gardens

These historic gardens are home to the famous Cooks' Cottage.

Things to do in the Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne

Things to do in the Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne

Discover the best natural wonders, events and dining the RBG has to offer. 

Princes Park

Princes Park

A major sports and recreation ground offering a diverse range of activities in Carlton North.

Melbourne’s secret gardens and green spaces

Melbourne’s secret gardens and green spaces

Take a break from indoors with a stroll through these city-side parks.

Royal Park

Royal Park

Public park offering an array of recreational and sporting facilities.

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Body Concert

Body Concert

Offering pilates, meditation, mindfulness sessions, yoga nidra and more.

Accessible and inclusive Melbourne

Accessible and inclusive Melbourne

Find the best inclusive, accessible and wheelchair-friendly venues and activities in Melbourne.

Spirit of Melbourne Lunch Cruise

Spirit of Melbourne Lunch Cruise

Cruise on the Yarra River in elegance and comfort and savour your meal on a two-hour lunch cruise.

Sport

Sport

Melbourne's sporting calendar is packed with events, from football to cricket and soccer.