Herring Island Sculpture Park
A lovely sculpture park on Herring Island in Melbourne with a 4.3 rating across 76 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Herring Island Sculpture Park sits on the Yarra River near South Yarra, accessed from Alexandra Avenue in Melbourne. With 76 reviews behind its 4.3 rating, it's a much-loved spot.
The appeal is art and nature combined — a lovely island park on the Yarra showcasing outdoor sculpture amid the greenery, a genuine treat for a peaceful stroll, a picnic or soaking up art in a natural setting, a lovely escape close to the city. It's a lovely, largely free experience.
Access to the island can be seasonal (often by ferry or punt), and conditions change over time, so it's worth checking the current access and details directly before you go. Bring sun protection, water and comfortable shoes.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Closed
- ThursdayToday
- Closed
- Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- 00:00 – 23:59
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 68
- Popularity
- 57
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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