Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria

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

Top after-work walks in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

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

Five free must-do ³Ô¹ÏÍø walks

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

The best picnic spots in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Try these beautiful parks and gardens for your next ³Ô¹ÏÍø picnic.

Secret gardens and majestic parks

Take a walk through ³Ô¹ÏÍø’s lush parks and gardens.

Kings Domain

Extensive gardens home to many significant ³Ô¹ÏÍø 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.

A dog-spotters’ guide to ³Ô¹ÏÍø

³Ô¹ÏÍø's best dog-friendly parks to take your furry friend.

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

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

Treasury Gardens

A tranquil green edge to ³Ô¹ÏÍø's government buildings precinct.

Fawkner Park

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

University of ³Ô¹ÏÍø

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.

Twelve stunning gardens close to the ³Ô¹ÏÍø CBD

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

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

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

Market Square Pop-up Park

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

Neill Street Reserve

A neighbourhood park for the Carlton community.