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
Ahoy, little adventurers! The much loved ‘Pirate Ship’ playground at Bayview Park in Point Cook has had a little glow up, and Mamma is here for it. Perched high on the hill with some gorgeous bay views and the iconic giant slide still stealing the show, this park continues to be one of Melbourne’s West’s ultimate playground destinations - but now with even more reasons to visit.
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 MoreLocated at the Werribee Zoo - this is an excellent outdoor play area with slide, tunnels, wooden planks and stepping stones, turrets, trees, a large nest swing and more.
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 MoreDon't expect a huge array of equipment here - there is one lovely wooden structure with climbing webs and ropes, a mammoth slide and swings but it's unique, a little quirky and overlooks a lovely tree filled valley, making it a nice spot to relax whilst the kids play.
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 MoreWhat a bonus this little spot is. Set back from Werribee South Boat ramp, you can spot pelicans, collect shells, make sand castles, chat to the local fisherman and of course have a play on Freddie the green sea dragon!
Read MoreThis once tired playground has just recently has a fantastic make over!
Read MoreThis gorgeous park is seriously fit for...well a Queen! With a cafe and two playgrounds, huge shady trees, grassed areas and of course the Queens Park Lake - this is not just a place you can just pop to for a short play.
Read MoreInspired by the nearby RAAF base this aviation themed playground is one cool park. Nestled in the quiet suburb of Williams Landing you can't miss the humongous 'control tower' taking centre stage here - on sight kids excitement levels will leap into hyper drive!
Read MoreAltona is rich with playgrounds and parks dotted all the way along the beach and foreshore. This one is one of our all time favourite parks!
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 MoreMamma says Stop! ... and let the dulcet tones of gentle ocean waves wash your worries away. Your kids are guaranteed to enjoy exploring this picture perfect location. A 5-star playground on all accounts.
Read MoreInspiring families in Melbourne's West to uncover amazing stuff nearby. You will find inside local knowledge on parks, playgrounds, cafes, family activities, markets and more all waiting to be uncovered, rediscovered and enjoyed.
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