Location: Malvern
Top Things to do in Malvern
Things to do in Malvern, Victoria: The Best Nature & Parks
Malvern is an inner suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 8 km south-east of Melbourne's Central Business District, located within the City of Stonnington local government area. Malvern recorded a population of 10,066 at the 2016 Census.
Restaurants in Malvern
1. McArthur Street Reserve
2. Malvern Urban Forest
3. Central park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By Crystalline4u - Traralgon, Australia
As you walk along the meandering paths , they are enhanced by the trees. There are beautiful grassed areas and lots of garden beds in this park that is set in 19 acres. It is also home to one of the oldest conservatories in Victoria. In 1906, Malvern Council purchased an undeveloped land on the Gascoigne Estate. The area had formed part of a golf course that spanned over the nearby Hedgeley Dene Gardens. The park was laid out with its sportsground and recreational gardens in 1908. It is truly a stunning park... well worth visiting. How to get there? The nearest public transport services are: Tram route 5 along Wattletree Road Bus route 624 along Burke Road ...or you could simply walk there from Caulfield Station like I did.
4. Hedgeley Dene Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By Crystalline4u - Traralgon, Australia
Set within a stunning residential area, that is full of period homes, is this beautiful park that seems to fill in a space. If you look at the park on a map, it is unusually shaped.... as it meanders across about four streets. Before making my way here I had already spent time in nearby Central Park that was beautiful...while both parks are stunning... this one has an intimate feel. It almost feels as though you have stepped into a secret garden. In 1877, Edward Charsley purchased the land and named it after his birthplace in England. From 1902 to 1911 the grounds were used as a dairy farm. The waterholes and dam became a popular fishing and yabbying spot, known as Maidment’s Lakes. Malvern Council purchased 8.5 acres when the land was subdivided in 1911, using it as a quarry, then as a municipal tip, until it was cleared after the First World War. Returned soldiers planted Turkey Oaks, and the gardens were developed from 1924. It certainly has a unique history... it's very difficult to imagine this as a tip because it truly is so stunningly beautiful. It's well worth seeking out if you love gardens. The locals wandered through with their dogs or simply just spending time enjoying the surrounds. There are public toilets here, seating along the paths, plenty of bags on offer for the doggy-doo-doo and there are also water fountains.
5. Phoenix Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By jchw2710 - Melbourne, Australia
Has an awesome advernture playground and skate park next to it as well as a bike trail nearby so it’s great for kids of all ages
6. Gardiner's Creek Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By platypus150 - Melbourne, Australia
I joined the Trail in Glen Iris, having walked the Ferndale Trail from Ashburton. The Creek Trail has a tough surface and at times is quite wide. It is easy for walking and cycling. It has access to some nature and good views of the Creek.
7. Ardrie Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By platypus150 - Melbourne, Australia
There was a bit of foot and cycle traffic through the park today and quite a few dogs were having their outings as well. The playground may be roped off, but there is a lot of lawn to use.
