Docklands Park

Docklands Park sits on Harbour Esplanade at Docklands, on the western edge of Melbourne's CBD by the harbour. A much-loved waterfront park, it's a lovely open green space — combining lawns, public art, walking paths and recreation areas with a great waterside setting near the harbour, the kind of relaxed, accessible park that offers room to get outdoors close to the city.

The appeal is that combination of open green space, public art and a great waterfront-precinct location: room to walk, picnic, play and relax, with the Docklands waterfront and the city close by. It's a handy, pleasant spot for some time outdoors, a stroll or a relaxed break near the heart of the city, with the harbour and Docklands precinct all around.

With a 4.4 rating from more than 1,300 reviews, it's clearly a well-loved spot. The park is free and open, but facilities and any events vary, so it's worth taking sun protection on a warm day and checking the surrounds before a special trip — though for a walk, a picnic or some time outdoors near the water, you can generally just turn up and enjoy Docklands Park.