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 Parks and gardens 

Unwind in the Royal Botanic Gardens

One of the best things about Melbourne is its picturesque parks and gardens which all have a story to tell.

Image of Alexandra Gardens
The Alexandra Gardens lie beside the Yarra River, just across from the CBD. These beautiful and historic gardens are part of the Domain parklands and were first laid out in 1904.
Image of Batman Park
Batman Park is a small park located on the northern bank of the Yarra River. It is bordered by Spencer Street at the west, Flinders Street Viaduct and
Image of Birrarung Marr
Birrarung Marr, on the north bank of the Yarra River next to Federation Square, is Melbourne's newest major park, opened in 2002.
Image of Carlton Gardens
Originally designed for the Melbourne International Exhibition of 1880, the Exhibition buildings and the surrounding Carlton Gardens are now World Heritage listed.
Image of City Square
City Square is a multi-use outdoor space that is commonly used for festivals and events.
Image of Enterprize Park
Enterprize Park is a small park on the north bank of the Yarra River where the first settlers aboard the Enterprize went ashore to establish the settlement.
Image of Fawkner Park
First reserved in 1862, the 41 hectare park is named after Melbourne's co-founder John Pascoe Fawkner and remains substantially unchanged from its original design.
Image of Fitzroy Gardens
Valued for their historic, aesthetic, architectural and horticultural significance, the Fitzroy Gardens were classified by the National Trust in 1974 and placed on the Victorian Heritage Register in 1999.
Image of Conservatory
The Fitzroy Garden’s Conservatory opened March 30, 1930, and is a vital part of the city's commitment to excellence in horticulture. The building copies the Spanish mission architectural style, measuring 30 x 15 metres and originally costing 4000 pounds.
Image of Flagstaff Gardens
The colonial history of Flagstaff Gardens is linked to the hill - the vantage point that dominates the site, where a 'flag staff' or 'flag pole' was erected in 1840.
Image of JJ Holland Park
The flat, triangular Holland Park covers more than 10 hectares in South Kensington.
Image of Kings Domain
The Domain Parklands, which include Kings Domain, encircle the Government House Reserve, the Shrine of Remembrance Reserve and the Royal Botanic Gardens and extends to the Yarra River.
Image of Parliament Gardens Reserve
This small triangular park is a pleasant respite at the Spring Street end of Town, with views of Parliament House, St. Patrick's Cathedral, St Peter's Eastern Hill, the Old Synagogue, the Old Baptist Church and the Eastern Hill Fire Station.
Image of Princes Park
Princes Park in Parkville is a major sports and recreation ground for locals. While it stretches nearly two kilometres north to south, it is only 350 metres at its widest.
Image of Queensbridge Square
Queensbridge Square is a major pedestrian plaza located by the Yarra River. The square includes neighbouring cafés, an amphitheatre (the Red Stair) and landscaped garden beds.
Image of Queen Victoria Gardens
The Queen Victoria Gardens are a part of Domain Parklands, forming a peaceful triangle just across St Kilda Road from Arts Centre and NGV.
Image of Royal Botanic Gardens
The Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne (RBG Melbourne) has been a treasured part of Melbourne’s cultural life for over 160 years.
Image of Royal Park
Royal Park is the largest of Melbourne’s parks, covering 170 hectares. The large open spaces make it hard to believe you are still in the city but the excellent facilities make it a popular place for recreation and relaxation.
Image of Shrine of Remembrance Reserve
The Shrine Reserve features numerous memorials and civic monuments, and is a part of the Domain Parklands.
Image of Treasury Gardens
The small and peaceful Treasury Gardens sit between Fitzroy Gardens and Spring Street, and are a popular venue for community events and rallies. The gardens are home to a multitude of brushtail possums that emerge from the trees to feed at dusk.
Image of Trin Warren Tam-boore
Royal Park is the largest of Melbourne’s parks, covering 170 hectares. The large open spaces make it hard to believe you are still in the city but ...
Image of Yarra Park
Yarra Park surrounds Australia's best known sports ground, the Melbourne Cricket Ground (or MCG). The William Barak pedestrian bridge links Yarra Park with the CBD, offering splendid views of the city.

 More to explore

Image of Art in parks and gardens
Melbourne's parks and gardens have a wonderful collection of historical and innovative art.
Image of A walk in the park
Magnificent cathedrals, lush parklands and delightful Flinders Lane. Walking time 2 hours. Distance 3.75 kms.
Image of Secret gardens
Arts Centre, sculptures, monuments and beautiful Royal Botanic Gardens. Walking time 2.5 hours. Distance 6 kms.
Image of Fitzroy and Treasury Gardens
These beautiful gardens have provided a place for relaxation, recreation and entertainment for generations of Melburnians. Both gardens are listed on the Victorian Heritage Register.
Image of Birrarung Marr
Birrarung Marr, on the north bank of the Yarra River, next to Federation Square, is Melbourne’s newest major parkland.
Image of Park walks
Guides to walks in Melbourne's parklands.


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