Top Things to do in Yarra
The 9 Best Things to do Good for Kids in Yarra, Victoria
Discover the best top things to do in Yarra, Australia including Merri Creek Trail, Yarra Bend Park, Abbotsford Convent, Clip 'n Climb Melbourne, Edinburgh gardens, Barkly Gardens, Collingwood Children's Farm, Citizen Park, Gleadell Street Market.
Restaurants in Yarra
1. Merri Creek Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 49 reviews
Reviewed By platypus150 - Melbourne, Australia
A sunny day and a pleasant walk around the Clifton Hill area. I do like how the bridges allow entry and exit from the Trail enabling people to build the right sized adventure. I love the bridge at Rushall railway station where the Capital City Trail joins the Merri Creek one.
2. Yarra Bend Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 49 reviews
Yarra Bend Park is Melbourne's largest natural bushland park. Enjoy the leafy grounds and abundant wildlife while strolling or biking its many trails. Stop for a picnic, walk your dog or play a round of golf. Hire a canoe at historic Studley Park Boathouse, paddle upstream, and spot flying foxes. Explore the wild river escarpments, open woodlands, formal parklands and sports fields of Yarra Bend Park. Set out on the Dights Falls Walk and discover the site of a former asylum, the river red gum dominated landscape of Galatea Point, Deep Rock and of course, the iconic Dights Falls. Arguably the park's best known feature, the artificial weir was built in the 1840s to provide water to the Ceres Flour Mill, one of the first in Victoria.
Reviewed By TracyT2259
Took a family picnic to Bellbird picnic area by the river on Christmas Day. Bats were much more active than usual during the day, but at 38 degrees I'm not surprised. I love this place, especially at dusk when they all fly. Magical.
3. Abbotsford Convent
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 187 reviews
Just four kilometres from Melbourne's CBD, its 11 historic buildings, gardens and car park are spread over 6.8 Hectares in a sweeping bend in the Yarra River and are surrounded by the Collingwood Children's Farm and Yarra Bend Park. With a focus on creativity, culture and learning the Convent is now home to over 100 artist studios and offices for small businesses, a radio station, four eateries, an open air cinema, food and craft markets, two galleries, an extensive program of events and venues for rehearsals, performances, classes, workshops and conferences.
Reviewed By Withaas - Colombo, Sri Lanka
Such a refreshing place to relax and wonder around tucked away within easy access and short walk from public transport. I walked along thw Yarra trail and wondered around through the farm into the main compound. There arw several dining options taking care of varying tastes and budgets which were all very busy. Lentil as Anyhthing serves delicious meals based on an open menu and seasonal produce. Convent Bakery serves delicious bread, pastries, sandwiches etc. and the farm cafe also offer picnic packs. You can wonder around the expansive gardens and relax in this wonderful oasis.
4. Clip 'n Climb Melbourne
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 54 reviews
5. Edinburgh gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By 327SueT327 - Canberra, Australia
We have visited this park a few times recently on our visits to Melbourne to see our toddler grandson. It's a perfect park for all ages - two lovely playgrounds for little; two skateboard arenas, one small one for beginning children; plenty of grass and trees for picnics; tennis and basketball courts; and plenty of paths for prams and people with canes and walkers.
6. Barkly Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By 619jeffry - Essendon, Australia
Barkly Gardens were opened in 1867, making it one of the earliest gardens in Melbourne -- it is the only residential garden square in Richmond, although they are not uncommon in London, England. The gardens are quiet and elegant and amazingly they are only a few hundred yards (meters) from busy Swan St. Dogs are welcome, on-leash and off-leash. The BBQs are popular with families, as is the newly-renovated playground area. Barkly Gardens are a blessing in this heavily built-up area, and are a marvelous resource for strollers and families.
7. Collingwood Children's Farm
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 342 reviews
Nestled on the banks of Birrarung and only 4 kilometers from the CBD, the non-profit Collingwood Children’s Farm is Melbourne's Community Farm. A haven for children and adults alike, Collingwood Childnre's Farm offers daily activities and acres of paddocks and gardens for you to explore. Cuddle a guinea pig or snuggle with goats, enjoy workshops with the gardener or sit back with a coffee and observe the goings on of a thriving community farm; there’s something for everyone! Collingwood Children’s Farm supports social inclusion through a range of programs, delivered on a working community farm. Our programs develop self-esteem, self-worth and connectedness, particularly of children and those experiencing adversity. Your entry fee directly funds these programs. On behalf of everyone at Collingwood Children’s Farm, thank you for your support.
Reviewed By aarons802 - Hawthorn, Australia
Such a great place to take the kids and let them enjoy such beautiful farm animals and more right in the city. The staff are very helpful, there is plenty of space to sit and eat, explore and for the animals to be seen. Good activities for the kids to get involved in to like feeding the animals, watching the cows get milked, petting the guinea pigs and more. Great onsite cafe too which does good coffee and decent food. Worth a visit and won't break the bank
8. Citizen Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By grahamh125 - Richmond, Australia
This is a popular location for sporting teams (who have preference to the oval for training and games), dog lovers and families with a great playground and bbq area.
9. Gleadell Street Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By 619jeffry - Essendon, Australia
The Gleadell St Market serves Richmond and surrounding inner-city suburbs, it's only open on Saturday mornings. The Gleadell St Market is renowned for selling fresh seasonal fruit and vegetables, fresh bread, cheeses. herbs and gourmet items at affordable prices.
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