Top Rated Parks to Visit in Victoria

"Visit the Royal Exhibition Building in Carlton Gardens for somewhere unique in Melbourne – it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the oldest existing exhibition buildings in the world. The building hosts various exhibitions and events in all areas of interest, of which price for each will vary so check out what’s on before visiting. Regardless, a simple walk around the outside provides a moment to admire the restoration work on this wonderful building!"

"A popular spot for very good reason – again no permit required and lots of open space in the manicured gardens and sweeping paths. There’s also the picturesque Royal Exhibition building, modern Melbourne Museum and the Rubix Cube wall, so you could easily spend an entire shoot here and make it look like you traveled to three different locations. Great for San Remo Ballroom."

"If you are planning a visit to the Melbourne Museum which is located in the historic Royal Exhibition Building then you can’t walk past the wonderful Carlton Gardens. These gardens are world heritage listed and are well worth a visit in any season. Make sure you check out the ornamental lakes and the fountains (kids love water in action)."

"Firstly you don’t need a permit (yay!) and even if there are lots of visitors in the gardens, there is still lots of space. Our fave spots are the hedge wall and gazebo near the rose garden. Even the public toilets have a great stone wall!"

"Birrarung Marr is a three terraced park that connects the central business district in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia and the Yarra River. Strewn with grassy knolls, river promenades, this garden adds up immensely to the beauty of Melbourne. The central attraction of this garden is the middle terrace that you can take up the scenic route to the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) via the ‘talk...Read more"

"Birrarung Marr Park with its weird sculptures is perfect for children that love to escape to fantastical places. The installation celebrates the diversity of Victoria’s indigenous culture by interpreting stories through public artworks. A winding pathway acknowledges the significance of the eel as a traditional food source."

"If you’re a Melbournian, you would’ve set foot inside Birrarung Marr at some stage for a concert or some kind of foodie or cultural event. It would be completely un-Melbournian of you if you haven’t. The city would probably disown you."

"A skate park, water play, fun equipment and right near Sunshine CBD!. Sunvale Community Park really is a hub for the local community. Sunvale Community Park, Sunshine"

"Part of the Saltwater Coast residential development, Crocodile Park is open to everyone with a playground, boardwalk and barbecue area. The playground includes a play structure, and a water play area with a large crocodile at the centre, and a stream running into a wading pool and water jets. Crocodile Park, Saltwater Promenade, Point Cook"

"Wyndham Park has two huge playgrounds, exercise equipment, picnic facilities, walking tracks and improved cycling paths. You can spend a whole day there!. Wyndham Park, Kookaburra Ave, Werribee"

"The Movida team's lively cantina, in the former Bar Tini site, brings home-style Mexican to Hosier Lane. Led by Mexican chef Sarai Castillo, expect beef tacos exactly how they're served in Mexico, prawn-and-chorizo tamales and a jiggly chocolate flan. Plus eight different Margaritas and hard-to-find agave spirits."

"The stunning water views over Melbourne’s Hobson’s Bay are undeniably spectacular from Mr Hobson’s sharp, crisp dining room, ideal for an evening of indulgence under reflective city lights."

"National Lasagna Day at RococoLasagne & Wine SpecialEnjoy a complimentary glass of house wine and 2 pieces of crunchy garlic and herb bread with each Lasagna ordered on Wednesday July 29th. Choose from our Traditional Beef Lasagna, our Vegetarian or o..."

"Restaurants Vegan Fitzroy. This take-away spot makes plant-based desserts: we're talking soft serve, gelato and cakes, plus maca fudge bars, matcha almond tarts and bounty bites. On the drinks menu, you'll find spiced mylks, cold pressed juices, smoothies and thick shakes (all vegan, of course)."