Best Playgrounds in Melbourne: Top Family-Friendly Parks By Area
Looking for the best playgrounds in Melbourne to visit with your little ones? Whether you want to stay close to the CBD or explore a new pocket of the other suburbs, this guide rounds up some of our favourite playgrounds across Melbourne – grouped by region for easy planning.
From fenced toddler-friendly spaces to big adventure playgrounds with epic slides, flying foxes, nature play and splash zones – there’s something for every family. These are all spots we’ve personally visited (and tested with wild toddlers!), so you know they’re worth bookmarking.
Best playgrounds in Melbourne’s inner suburbs and CBD
The city is home to several great play spots that mix fun with skyline views. Great for quick city visits, with coffee and food nearby.
Birrarung Marr Playground
📍 Birrarung Marr, Melbourne 3000
Adventure-style setup near the Yarra River with climbing structures, ropes and swings. Not fenced. Gorgeous riverside setting.
Boulder Risk-Play Park
📍 Southbank Boulevard & Kavanagh Street, Southbank VIC 3006
A modern urban playground with climbing boulders, logs and rope features. Designed for older kids to explore and take risks. Not fenced.
Docklands Park Playground
📍 1–91 Harbour Esplanade, Docklands VIC 3008
A nautical-themed playground with interactive elements, sand play and climbing frames. Partially fenced and close to cafés and the waterfront.
Flagstaff Gardens Playground
📍 Cnr William Street and A’Beckett Street, West Melbourne 3003
Well shaded with traditional play equipment and open lawns. Close to public toilets and picnic areas. Not fenced.
Fitzroy Gardens Playground
📍 Wellington Parade, East Melbourne VIC 3002
A charming mix of traditional equipment, balance logs, and swings in a leafy historic setting. Not fenced but surrounded by garden paths.
Lincoln Square Playground
📍 Corner of Lincoln Square & Bouverie Street, Carlton
All-abilities playground with a huge climbing frame, accessible swings and soft-fall surfaces. Fully fenced and shaded.
Parliament Gardens
📍 489–531 Albert Street, East Melbourne VIC 3002
Includes water play with the Coles Fountain, surrounded by shady trees. Not fenced but open and airy with city views.
Ron Barassi Snr Park
📍 500 Docklands Drive, Docklands 3008
Large climbing tower and slide, water play features and grassy space for ball games. Not fully fenced but tucked away from traffic and close to trams.
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Best playgrounds in Melbourne’s east and south-east
From castle-themed adventures to inclusive, modern designs – this region has some real gems for all ages.
Ballam Park Reserve East Playground
📍 256 Cranbourne Road, Frankston VIC 3199
Playground suited for younger kids with climbing frames, swings, and water play features.
Banjo Park
📍 Grazing Way, Clyde North VIC 3978
Adventure park featuring water play areas, climbing structures, and a half basketball court. The water flows down a hill, creating a stream with pumps and fountains.
Bella Playground (Bella Clyde Estate)
📍 Acqua Drive & Pompei Street, Clyde VIC 3978
Bright orange tube slides, rope climbing structures, and views of neighboring wetlands.
Belsay Reserve (Chirnside Urban Park)
📍 Black Springs Road & Kimberley Drive, Chirnside Park VIC 3116
Newly upgraded playground with swings, slides and natural elements. Not fenced but leafy and relaxed.
Berwick Waters Tree Walk Park
📍 54I Crosswater Boulevard, Clyde North VIC 3978
All-abilities playground featuring an elevated canopy treetop walk, inclusive slides, sensory play and open space. Wheelchair-accessible, with shaded BBQs and courts.
Booran Reserve
📍 144–146 Booran Road, Glen Huntly VIC 3163
One of Melbourne’s best destination playgrounds. Fully fenced, water play zone, huge climbing dome, flying fox and shaded areas.
Box Hill Gardens Playground
📍 9 Irving Avenue, Box Hill VIC 3128
Popular with locals, this one has swings, slides and splash features. Partially fenced and close to amenities.
Brompton Estate Pump Track
📍 40S Edgar Avenue, Cranbourne South VIC 3977
A high-energy spot for scooters and bikes with a mini pump track and nature-style play. Not fenced.
Bunjil Place
📍 2 Patrick Northeast Drive, Narre Warren VIC 3805
Outdoor play area near the arts precinct with water play and climbing features. Perfect paired with a coffee or exhibition.
Carrum Downs Recreation Reserve
📍 Wedge Road, Carrum Downs VIC 3201
Bright and open playground with slides, tunnels, sports courts and open space. Not fenced but great for multi-age families.
Castle Berwick Minta Hilltop Playground
📍 Soho Boulevard & Carnival Boulevard, Berwick VIC 3806
A grand castle-style playground perched on a hilltop with epic views, climbing structures, and slides. Great for imaginative play.
Casey Fields Playground + Traffic School
📍 Berwick-Cranbourne Road, Cranbourne East VIC 3977
All-abilities playground with a large sandpit, climbing structures, and inclusive play equipment. Mini road setup with signage, crossings and traffic lights. Great for kids with scooters or bikes. Not fenced.
Chelsea Heights Bicentennial Park
📍 Scotch Parade, Chelsea Heights VIC 3196
Fully fenced playground with climbing towers, flying fox, swings, water play features, and a giant spiral slide.
Deep Creek Eco Park
📍 62 Cameron Way, Pakenham VIC 3810
Sustainability-themed playspace with nature play, water pump, climbing walls and inclusive design. Partially fenced.
Dragon Park
📍 Hansel Avenue, Officer VIC 3809
Spectacular dragon-themed playground with a huge dragon’s head, rope net leading into the mouth, and a steep slide down the neck.
Elliston District Park Playground
📍 Waterman Drive, Clyde North VIC 3978
Features a three-storey tower with massive slides, climbing structures, and a depression area for safe landings.
Frankston Waterfront Reserve
📍 Pier Promenade, Frankston VIC 3199
Beachside playground with climbing domes, flying fox, and views of the bay. Close to cafés, toilets, and the beach.
Halliday Park
📍 310 Mitcham Road, Mitcham VIC 3132
A solid all-ages park with flying fox, climbing frame and plenty of room to picnic. Not fenced.
Hays Paddock Playground
📍 Longstaff Street, Kew East VIC 3102
Fully fenced and inclusive with accessible swings, nature trails and shaded seating. Ideal for sensory-friendly outings.
Jells Park (including Yabbie Lake)
📍 998 Waverley Road, Wheelers Hill VIC 3150
Large park with multiple playgrounds, nature trails, picnic shelters and café. Not fenced but great for all ages.
Markham Reserve Playground
📍 80 Victory Boulevard, Ashburton VIC 3147
Modern design with tall slides, rope towers, and a quiet nature section. Partially fenced.
Marie Wallace Train Park
📍 799 Mountain Highway, Bayswater VIC 3153
Train-themed playground with climbing nets, slides, and interactive panels. Not fenced, but a hit with train lovers.
Mount Evelyn Playground
📍 Gardner Parade, Mount Evelyn VIC 3796
Tree-covered play space with climbing logs, water pump and accessible paths. Not fenced but feels tucked away.
North Road Foreshore Playground
📍 1 North Road, Brighton VIC 3186
Seaside playground featuring a tall pirate ship, water play sprinklers, sandpits with water pumps, and shade sails.
Officer District Park
📍 Lansell Avenue, Officer VIC 3809
Adventure playground with climbing towers, bridges and slides. Partially fenced, with grassy areas and BBQs.
Oaks Park Playground
📍 Eliston Avenue, Clyde North VIC 3978
Features two giant twirly slides, basketball court, BMX/skate park, shaded toddler area, and undercover BBQ shelter.
Overport Park
📍 159 Overport Road, Frankston South VIC 3199
Large open park with new playground equipment and plenty of space to run. Not fenced.
Peter Scullin Reserve
📍 Beach Road, Mordialloc VIC 3195
Nautical-themed playground with water play elements, located on the foreshore of Mordialloc Beach. Includes shaded BBQ areas and picnic tables.
Ringwood Lake Park
📍 LOT 2 Mt Dandenong Road, Ringwood East VIC 3135
Big shaded playground by the lake, with climbing nets and sand play. Not fenced but scenic and spacious.
Ross Reserve
📍 9 Memorial Drive, Noble Park VIC 3174
Inclusive play space with splash zone, flying fox, climbing towers and basketball courts. Fenced and ideal for all ages.
Santuccione’s Reserve
📍 Santuccione Street, Clyde North VIC 3978
Quiet suburban playground with play towers, balance elements, and grassy surrounds. Great for younger kids.
Silo Park Playground (Livvi’s Place)
📍 Cavern Boulevard, Clyde North VIC 3978
Fully fenced, all-abilities playground with a high cylindrical tower, giant slides, inground trampolines, and a giant sandpit.
Somerfield Reserve (Pirate Park)
📍 39 Somerfield Drive North, Keysborough VIC 3173
Pirate-themed playground featuring two pirate ships, a towering lookout, and sea-themed sculptures.
Thomas Street South Reserve
📍 Hampton, Victoria
A modern, fenced playground with a large rope climbing net and great coffee nearby.
Tim Neville Arboretum
📍 98 Dorset Road, Ferntree Gully VIC 3156
A beautiful lakeside space with a splash zone, accessible paths, climbing equipment and nature play. Partially fenced.
Verdant Park Playground
📍 Verdant Crescent, Doncaster VIC 3108
High nest tower designed like a bird’s nest with two long green winding slides, climbing structures, and nature-inspired play.
Victoria Street Playspace (Ruffey Lake Park)
📍 99 Victoria Street, Doncaster East VIC 3109
Set in a large parkland with flying fox, nature elements, water pump and great walking trails. Not fenced.
Wattle Park Playground
📍 1012 Riversdale Road, Surrey Hills VIC 3127
A charming nature-based playground with log steppers, rope bridges and leafy shade. Not fenced.
Waverley Park Playground
📍 Paul Street, Bondi Junction NSW 2022 (double check location)
Features a wooden fort, climbing frame and swings. Needs verification for Melbourne region inclusion.
Wilson Botanic Park
📍 668 Princes Highway, Berwick VIC 3806
Small playground near lakes and gardens. Great for a nature-filled walk with a play break.
Wombat Bend Playspace
📍 Finns Reserve, Templestowe Road & Union Street, Templestowe Lower VIC 3107
Fully fenced and inclusive, with water features, climbing frames, sensory elements and shaded areas.
Wyreena Community Arts Centre Playground
📍 13–23 Hull Road, Croydon VIC 3136
Whimsical playground outside the arts centre – fairy-inspired and perfect after visiting the True Fairies café.
Our Fave Playgrounds in Melbourne’s North
Nature play meets suburban charm with several quiet, tree-lined parks perfect for toddlers and primary-aged kids.
Batman Park
📍 79 Elm Street, Northcote VIC 3070
Tucked into a quiet residential corner, this playground features a large wooden climbing structure, rope netting and shaded picnic tables. Partially fenced.
Eltham North Adventure Playground
📍 Wattletree Road, Eltham North VIC 3095
A huge, nature-inspired timber playground with bridges, slides, water play and picnic shelters. Rebuilt after a fire, and now fully fenced with accessible features.
Federation Playspace
📍 227 Yarra Street, Warrandyte VIC 3113
Nature-themed riverside park with a great mix of climbing elements, logs and water features. Not fenced.
Golden Sun Moth Park
📍 327 Grand Boulevard, Craigieburn VIC 3064
Modern, colourful playground featuring rope courses, swings and balance beams. Not fenced but surrounded by open space and walking paths.
Gumnut Park Playground
📍 Donnybrook Road, Donnybrook VIC 3064
A sweet little play space with balance logs, mini climbing frame and quiet surrounds. Ideal for younger kids. Not fenced.
Harmony Park
📍 187–195 Gaffney Street, Coburg VIC 3058
All-abilities, fully fenced playground with a wheelchair-accessible carousel, flying fox, climbing nets and water play. A great community favourite.
Mill Park All Abilities Play Space
📍 40 Morang Drive, Mill Park VIC 3082
A huge, inclusive playspace with water play, sandpit, climbing equipment and accessible elements. Fully fenced with shaded picnic areas and toilets nearby.
Orchard Road Playground
📍 149 Orchard Road, Doreen VIC 3754
Bright and spacious with large tower slides, climbing walls and plenty of shade. Not fenced but ideal for older kids who love a challenge.
Peppercorn Hill Playground
📍 Frontier Avenue, Donnybrook VIC 3064
Futuristic estate playground with rope obstacles, slides, nature play and BMX track. Not fenced but well laid out and spacious.
Quarries Park Adventure Playground
📍 Corner Ramsden Street & Field Street, Clifton Hill VIC 3068
Wooden playground with slides, monkey bars, rope nets and space to explore. Part of a large parkland setting with nearby trails and sporting facilities. Not fenced.
Coolest Playgrounds in Melbourne’s West
The west is filled with hidden gems that pack in colour, creativity and climbing challenges.
Bacchus Marsh Racecourse Recreation Reserve
📍 Bacchus Marsh-Balliang Road, Maddingley VIC 3340
Expansive park with bike paths, play structures, and space for sport and BBQs. Not fenced but great for a day trip.
Donald McLean Reserve Playground
📍 The Avenue, Spotswood VIC 3015
Newly upgraded with a giant climbing tower, inclusive carousel, nature play and shaded picnic spots. Fully fenced and close to cafés and sports courts.
Highline Park
📍 69 Highline Boulevard, Truganina VIC 3029
New estate playground with climbing nets, tower slides and shaded seats. Not fenced, but ideal for local playdates.
Killara Playground
📍 1 McKinley Drive, Truganina VIC 3029
Modern neighbourhood playground with balance beams, slides, and picnic tables. Not fenced but great layout for younger kids.
Manor Lakes Boulevard Park
📍 218 Manor Lakes Boulevard, Manor Lakes VIC 3024
Large neighbourhood playground with tall climbing structures, swings and shaded seating. Not fenced but surrounded by open grasslands.
Nova Park
📍 25A Nectar Drive, Mount Duneed VIC 3217
Adventure playground with rope towers, swings, nature paths and shaded picnic tables. Not fenced but full of imagination.
Patchwork Park Playground
📍 Cnr Kyle Road & Blackshaws Road, Altona North VIC 3025
Unique community playspace with a patchwork of climbing nets, musical instruments and balance play. Partially fenced with good visibility.
Riverwalk Village Park
📍 Newmarket Road, Werribee VIC 3030
All-abilities playspace with epic climbing tower, flying fox, splash pad and water play. Great mix of toddler and big kid features. Fully fenced.
Saltwater Coast Crocodile Park
📍 260 Saltwater Promenade, Point Cook VIC 3030
Fully fenced, crocodile-themed playground with splash play, water pumps, slides and shaded picnic spaces. A hit with toddlers and preschoolers.
The Avenue Playground
📍 Sunshine West VIC
Bright and colourful suburban playground with climbing towers, slides and seating. Not fenced but easy to supervise.
Time Square Park
📍 Sanctuary Lakes, VIC
Sleek playground tucked into the estate with climbing zones, rope walkways and a peaceful walking circuit nearby. Not fenced but quiet and scenic.
Universal Park
📍 80 Crossway Avenue, Tarneit VIC 3029
A bold, space-themed playground featuring a rocket ship tower, slides, climbing nets, balance beams and flying foxes. Fully fenced with shaded picnic shelters, BBQs and plenty of space to run. Great for all ages and a local favourite in Tarneit.
WJ Irwin Reserve
📍 16 Hobbs Street, Altona North VIC 3025
Small but fun local park with swings, slides, and natural shade. Great for a quiet visit with younger kids.
Magical playgrounds in the Dandenong Ranges
Cooler air and magical forest backdrops make the Dandenongs a dreamy spot for nature-based play.
Belgrave Lake Playground
📍 35 Park Drive, Belgrave VIC 3160
Hidden gem surrounded by bushland. Natural play features, swings and shaded picnic spots with nearby lake and ducks.
Ferny Creek Recreational Reserve / Bill Gardiner Playground
📍 16 Clarkmont Road, Sassafras VIC 3787
Shaded community playground nestled in the forest. Swings, slides, flying fox, and plenty of space to run. Very peaceful.
Olinda Playspace
📍 75–77 Olinda-Monbulk Road, Olinda VIC 3788
Nature-inspired playground with climbing walls, rope bridges, slides and a water pump. Beautifully landscaped and perfect for all ages.
Puffing Billy Park and Playground
📍 13 Kilvington Drive, Emerald VIC 3782
Playground beside the iconic Puffing Billy station. Includes nature play, climbing equipment, and shaded seating. Ideal before or after a train ride.
Rob Perkins Memorial Playground
📍 1 Beenak East Road, Gembrook VIC 3783
Quiet, open playground with wooden climbing structures, slides, and picnic tables. Surrounded by trees and walking tracks.
Outdoor Playgrounds on the Mornington Peninsula
Beachside breeze, wineries and now – epic playgrounds! These are great to add to a day trip.
McCrae Foreshore Lighthouse Playground
📍 676 Point Nepean Road, McCrae VIC 3938
Charming coastal playground right near the lighthouse. Includes a ship-themed climbing structure, swings and beach access.
Mornington Park Playground
📍 Schnapper Point Drive, Mornington VIC 3931
Popular foreshore playground with castle-style towers, long slides, swings, and a flying fox. Close to cafés, toilets and the pier.
Rosebud Foreshore Playground
📍 Point Nepean Road & Jetty Road, Rosebud VIC 3939
A large, shaded playground with climbing frames, slides and picnic facilities, right next to the beach and Rosebud Jetty. Well laid out.
Rye’s Up! Community Playground
📍 2376 Point Nepean Road, Rye VIC 3941
Fully fenced and inclusive with sensory play, climbing towers, sand and water features. Right across from the beach and perfect for all ages.
Sages Cottage Farm and Café
📍 85 Sages Road, Baxter VIC 3911
Free-entry heritage farm with animals, wide-open gardens, and a beautifully inclusive café. Not a traditional playground, but a lovely nature-based outing for families.
Sorrento Park
📍 Hotham Road, Sorrento VIC 3943
Spacious park with amazing views, a shaded playground, giant slide, BBQs and picnic areas. Popular for group catchups.
Tooradin Lighthouse Playground
📍 Foreshore Road, Tooradin VIC 3980
Unique lighthouse-themed playground with interactive equipment, balance play, and BBQ areas by the water. Away from busy roads.
Fun Playgrounds in the Yarra Ranges
Rolling hills, nature walks and some beautifully designed parks tucked into this lush region.
Lilydale Lake Playground
📍 435 Swansea Road, Lilydale VIC 3140
A huge all-ages playground with accessible swings, climbing towers, water play and lakeside paths. Kids can splash or paddle in the lake on warm days.
McKenzie Reserve Playground
📍 Corner Anzac Avenue & Bell Street, Yarra Glen VIC 3775
Modern and fully fenced playground in the centre of town with climbing frames, accessible carousel, and large slides. Great paired with local cafés and markets.
Queens Park Playground
📍 Queens Park Bridge, 273 Maroondah Highway, Healesville VIC 3777
Leafy and scenic playground by the creek with a great variety of climbing structures, swings and balance elements. Partially fenced and near picnic tables.
Seville Water Play Park
📍 20–28 Monbulk-Seville Road, Seville VIC 3139
Popular community splash park with interactive fountains, mist tunnels and traditional play equipment nearby. Fully fenced and open seasonally.
Warburton Water World
📍 20 Woods Point Road, Warburton VIC 3799
A colourful splash pad tucked along the river with water jets, tipping buckets and shaded seating. Ideal for hot summer days.
Final Tips for a Fun Day Out
✔️ Pack the essentials – Think hats, water bottles, snacks, baby wipes and a change of clothes (because water play + sand = guaranteed mess).
✔️ Know your playground – Check if it’s fenced, has toilets nearby or shade, especially if you’re visiting with toddlers or bigger groups.
✔️ Time it right – Mornings are usually quieter and cooler, especially in summer. Plus, it’s meltdown-free magic before nap time hits.
Ready to Play?
From hidden neighbourhood gems to epic destination playgrounds, Melbourne and regional Victoria are bursting with spots that spark imagination, burn energy and bring families together. Save this list, share it with your crew, and tick off your favourites one swing at a time. Because let’s be real—some of the best memories are made in the middle of the monkey bars.
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