The best Parks and playgrounds in Melbourne's West and Inner West including, Maribyrnong, Hobsons Bay, Brimbank and Wyndham. Yarraville Gardens, Werribee Water Park, Dinosaur Park, Rocket Ship Park. Yarraville Parks, Williamstown Parks, Werribee Parks, Pirate Ship Parks and more
This is one of those playgrounds, the one where you can't find a parking spot quick enough, kids start squealing and everyone races each other to the best equipment.
Read MoreDiscover a hidden gem beloved by locals at "traffic park"! This popular spot in the Alamanda Estate is fully fenced and is just perfect for young kids, especially preschoolers and those up to six years old. Mamma's little ones literally cannot get enough of this play space! Bring along your helmet and small bikes, scooters, trikes, balance bikes, or similar modes of transportation to make the most of your visit to Traffic Park in Point Cook.
Read MoreWith a fantastic view and that SLIDE, this playground in Point Cook is a winner. The famous Pirate Ship Park is one to check out in Melbourne’s West!
Read MoreThis park is nestled alongside the wetlands, tucked behind the Alamanda Cafe and is perfect for a quiet play after you've had a bite to eat or they have BBQ's and shelter here as well as the BIGGEST picnic table Mamma has ever seen. So why not bring a picnic and check out this hidden spot.
Read MoreThis is a really great park - it's just a bit different, with a creative use of space and the location makes it even more interesting. Built in the shadow of the Bolte Bridge it has water play features, excellent sand play and some fab sliding action.
Read MoreThis playground has unbeatable beach views, breezes, and bbq's and is fantastic!
Read MoreWhat a great play space! This 'old plus new' playground has some great features including Hobsons Bay’s first double flying fox, a giant bird’s nest swing, a half netball-basketball court a water play 'creek' with a hand-operated water pump, a wooden play jetty and boating accessories including a fishing rod!
Read MoreWell, Altona and it’s surrounds are beautiful we all know that! Then you discover places like this and you fall in love all over again. This park is one of those gems that’s hard to believe you’ve never been to before but you will definitely visit again and again.
Read MoreWerribee sure brought out the 'big guns' with this adventure playground. Harpley Adventure Playground is just what you need to be inspired to get in some outdoor playtime, even on those chillier Melbourne days. Mamma loves the bird theme that runs throughout this park in Melbourne’s West and loves to see her mini keep an eye out on the local wildlife while she’s playing.
Read MoreThe feature 'playscape' area is excellent - with swings, a giant pea pod, cow park bench, an alphabet maze, a HUGE platypus and so so much more! Look closely and you will find all kinds of treasures scattered throughout the space.
Read MoreIf you are looking for a playground with an amazing view, Mamma says this has to be to be one of the best in the W. It's perched on a hill of sorts above the Maribyrnong River, overlooking bush land, a golden temple and the city
Read MoreThis park is a fav for both big and little kids with a smaller bowl skate/scooter section.
Read MoreIf you're in need of some company, plenty of equipment with loads of adventure then WOW, Presidents Park in Wyndham Vale in Melbourne's West is the spot for you. The playground is mostly fenced with a wooden train, cubby houses, slides, swings, a climbing wall, monkey bars, skate park and more - it's impossible not to find something that both the little ones and the bigger ones will enjoy.
Read MoreThis park in Williamstown is beautiful. Plain and simple there really is no other word to describe this quaint playground in a prime location. Slides, swings, sailboat, swans, sea and serenity. Walking along The Strand is the perfect way to watch the day take shape over Melbourne whilst the kids play. Beautiful.
Read MoreAre you and the family looking for a new adventure? The Big Red Dragon is a novelty and with ample swings and great surroundings, it makes for a nice family outing. Mamma says the native birds, geese and wildlife across the way were a lovely surprise too.
Read MoreThis is one of Mamma's favourite parks in the West. It is one of the best examples of an Edwardian public gardens in Victoria and has a genuine noble feel to match.
Read MoreThe best playground in Altona. This beach front park is all about location, location, location! Overlooking Altona Beach and at the tip of Pier Street, the opportunity for a great day out is endless.
Read MoreA fantastic park in Williamstown! These spectacular views of Point Gellibrand overlooking the bay create a picture perfect backdrop for your next family get together. Take in the salty air and the squeals of joy as your kids explore this great space.
Read MoreWith its gorgeous trees, green space and blissful surroundings, Yarraville Gardens is high up Mamma's list of places to go for an outing, a ball game or a picnic with family and friends.
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