Melbourne Nature & Outdoor Attractions

Spirit ~ Connection ~ Land The Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne rest on a traditional camping and meeting place for the local custodians of the area - the Boonwurrung... read more

Albert Park is located in the city of Port Phillip, approximately three km from the CBD of Melbourne. It is a 225 ha sporting and recreational park that caters for formal... read more

We operate the best hands on farming experience in Victoria. Animal Land was originally established on 15th October 1985. Our Goals are to provide children... read more

Discover the wonderful culture and sights of Melbourne aboard the Aussie Princess. Whether you desire to relax with a group of friends, planning a family or corporate... read more

The park is perfect for cyclists, joggers, walkers and those who enjoy a breath of fresh air. Things to see and do * Follow the Heritage Trail and learn about our... read more

Things to see and do * Walk, cycle, rollerblade or jog along the park trails * Try fishing in the Yarra River (bring your own bait) * View the plentiful waterfowl... read more

Immerse yourself in Melbourne's Aboriginal heritage at Birrarung Marr, the city's newest parkland. Situated between Federation Square and the sports precinct of Rod Laver... read more

Nestled amongst golf courses, urban development and busy roads, it has the quality of an oasis. The park offers easy walking and cycling trails that meander through three... read more

Things to see and do * Watch for the many water birds and enjoy the scenic walking tracks or stop in at the cafe * Enjoy meeting the animals at Horseshoe Bend Farm ... read more

Bushy Park Wetlands is bounded at the north by a remnant orchard accessed from the eastern end of Highbury Road. The southern boundary, near the pony club at Drummies... read more

The 109-kilometre Capital & Country Touring Route charts a course from Melbourne to Sydney via Canberra. Victoria's Goldfields region is home to well-preserved gold rush... read more

Visitors who view the huge expanse of water that is Cardinia Reservoir by the morning light will understand why this is one of Melbourne's most popular outdoor destinations... read more

CERES Community Environment Park - Winner of Premier's Sustainablity Award 2007 CERES, situated on the banks of Merri Creek in East Brunswick, is one of Australia's... read more

Cheetham Wetlands consists of lagoons and saltmarsh of varying salinity levels created through the activities of a Saltworks that used to operate in the area... read more

Churchill National Park at Rowville in Melbourne's south-eastern suburbs is a remnant of natural bush and an example of the original landscape before clearing and settlement... read more

The distinctive burgundy and gold City Circle tram provides a free and convenient way to move around Melbourne, and passes a number of sights and attractions including... read more

Australia's tallest indoor rock climbing centre, just 10 minutes from Melbourne CBD and 15 minutes from St Kilda. * Open Weekdays 12:00noon - 10pm * Open Weekends... read more

Covering an area of 499ha, the reserve has significant cultural and environmental values. It contains Aboriginal cultural heritage sites, areas of significant indigenous... read more

Few cities can boast a garden as magnificent as Fitzroy Gardens so close to the city centre. Valued for its historic, aesthetic, architectural, and horticultural significance... read more

Melbourne's first public gardens were established on the highest point of land in the city and hosted a signalling station that flagged the arrival of ships in the bay... read more

Giant Sky Wheel is the largest travelling ferris wheel in the southern hemisphere. It will be in operation at Birrarung Marr, on the Lower Terrace. Birrarung Marr... read more

Things to see and do * The park offers over 53ha for visitors to take in, explore and enjoy. Features include walking paths, large open spaces, picnic facilities and... read more

The Growling Frog Golf Course, Australia s most exciting and distinctively named new public access golf facility, is poised to take its place as one of Australia s premier... read more

With views of the Plenty River and a backdrop of the wooded Plenty Gorge, this is a great spot for a quiet picnic or barbecue. Things to see and do * Take a look... read more

Created from natural materials such as stone, earth and wood, the sculptures appear as part of the landscape to reflect the Island's unique and tranquil setting... read more

Horseshoe Bend Farm is a popular destination for visitors of all ages. During the week it is regularly occupied by young families, play groups, primary schools and older... read more

The little promontory, west of the beach at Williamstown, is known as 'The Jawbone'. Fenced off from the rest of the world for over eighty years by a coastal rifle range... read more

Jells Park is at the hub of a network of parklands linked by the Dandenong Creek. Nestled in the heart of suburbia the park is abundant with native plants and wildlife... read more

Enjoy Victoria's only jet boat - now at two amazing locations - Queenscliff Boat Harbour and Geelong Waterfront - Gateway to the Great Ocean Road. Hop on board and... read more

Things to see and do Karkarook Park boasts serpentine wetlands, trails, picnic areas, a playground and a lake. A fantastic network of people in the... read more

Koomba Park is the most northern of the parks which comprise the Dandenong Valley Parklands. It was opened in December 1981 and extends for 33 hectares between Boronia... read more

Meet the Legends: Living Legends is bringing champion horses back to the people, with horses such as Silent Witness, Might and Power, Better Loosen Up, Regal Roller... read more

Eastern Grey Kangaroos are frequently seen in the area and a quiet visitor may also spot platypus playing in the river. Cushioned between the Yarra River and the surrounding... read more

As well as being a beautiful spot to visit it offers opportunities for walking, horseriding, cycling, swimming and boating. Things to see and do * Relax and have... read more

Aboriginal tribes have frequented its banks for at least 40,000 years. The river has been part of the rapid developments that have occurred in the last 50 years... read more

Engaging crowds of over 1.8 million people a year with a concert calendar that embraces the world's greatest performers, Melbourne and Olympic Parks is as diverse as... read more

Melbourne Aquarium is the newest and most state-of-the-art aquarium in Australia. Not to be missed is the 360 degree Oceanarium which houses giant sharks and stingrays... read more

City View Parasailing & Thrill Rides offers two adrenaline packed adventure experiences to choose from. Parasailing Join us for a roller coaster ride in the sky... read more

SEA Leggs Corporate Team Building Melbourne, a division of the Melbourne Dockland Sailing School, is a Melbourne based Corporate Team Building Facility and Sailing School... read more

TAKE ME TO THE RIVER! No visit to Melbourne would be complete without an award-winning cruise on the Yarra River. Enjoy fantastic views, informative commentary and... read more

Discover the magnificent skyline of Melbourne, Australia's Most Liveable City, and see picturesque Port Phillip Bay from the comfort of our seaplane. Be intrigued... read more

What there is to see and do More than 300 animal species from Australia and around the world are on view just 4 km from the city center at award-winning Melbourne... read more

Open spaces for creative play and walking trails leading down into the gorge make this an interesting park for the whole family. Things to see and do * The wide... read more

Meet endangered Australian native animals in a natural bushland setting, during the day or on our unique and magical evening walks. Daytime: We are open during... read more

Set in the Plenty Gorge, the site offers a feeling of remoteness just 20km to the north of Melbourne. Things to see and do Nioka Bush Camp offers groups many... read more

The land was once an orchard, and still contains a number of remnant fruit trees that burst into bloom in springtime. It is a great place to picnic with friends or, for... read more

A set of basalt columns as straight and regular as organ pipes is the central feature of this 121 ha park in a deep gorge in the bare Keilor plains. There are other rock... read more

The thriving canal system of the Patterson Lakes residential area and the wet and dry storage at the Whalers Cove Marina combine with four public boat ramps to make an... read more

Pettys Orchard grows, displays and interprets over 200 different types of antique apples. Pettys Orchard is 44 hectares in size. This includes approximately 2 hectares... read more

Approximately 6km from the city, it is one of Melbourne's oldest industrial sites. Pipemakers Park is a historic pipemaking industrial site, which has been transformed... read more