Princes Park Playground
A much-loved playground at Princes Park in Carlton North, Melbourne, with a 4.8 rating across 45 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Princes Park Playground sits on Princes Park Drive in Carlton North, one of Melbourne's elegant inner-northern suburbs, within the lovely Princes Park. A strong 4.8 rating from 45 reviews reflects its standing as a much-loved family spot.
The appeal is fun for the kids in a lovely parkland setting — a playground set within the leafy Princes Park, home to the famous walking-and-running track, a brilliant free outing that keeps little ones happy. It's a lovely, family-friendly spot close to the city.
Playgrounds and parks have changing facilities and seasonal conditions, so check current details if you're planning around something specific. Otherwise it's a free, family-friendly spot to enjoy whenever the weather's good — bring sun protection, water and hats for the kids.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- MondayToday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Closed
- Thursday
- Closed
- Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- 00:00 – 23:59
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 79
- Popularity
- 50
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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