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Less Popular But Cool Places To Visit Around Melbourne

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    These playgrounds and activities were found to be the most enjoyable after we researched a large number of options available in Melbourne and Geelong. Please read the previous paragraphs to learn more about each of the places that we think it is important for you to be aware of. Each of these locations has a unique appeal that makes them worthy of being seen at least once and appreciated to the fullest.

    Melbourne Dog Park

    Packer Park, Leila Road, Carnegie

    The playground features a lifecycle of a frog theme that was created to appeal to children. There is a tremendous stretch of brightly coloured ramps that are connected to one another by walkways, chain bridges, and a variety of ladders. Climbing mats, a fireman's pole, cubbies, tunnels, mirrors, a variety of games, tunnel slides, stairs, scrambling walls, discs on vertical poles, and curved slides are dispersed throughout the building.

    There are also brightly coloured tables and mushroom seats, a large gecko to climb over, a see-saw large enough for a family (unless you happen to have quintuplets), swings, and a massive rope structure that supports three large metal discs and a large wooden snake that makes noises as you wall along with it.

    Wetland area with ponds that may be explored is located next to the playground. A large gum tree has been planted in the centre of the playground to provide some welcome shade. Grills, covered picnic tables, a drinking fountain, waste receptacles, and restrooms are all at your disposal. In addition, there is a basketball hoop, a tennis practise wall, a velodrome with a synthetic surface, and golf practise nets (birdie cages) in the surrounding area.

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    View Cruise Ships and Spirit of Tasmania at Station Pier

    Between the months of November and March of each year, Port Melbourne is a popular port of call for a variety of cruise lines, including some of the most prominent in the world. You may get a good look at these enormous ships if you go to the area around Station Pier. Additionally, this area serves as the berthing spot for the Spirit of Tasmania.

    It was first established on the 12th of September in 1854 and given the name Railway Pier at the time. Since the day it first opened, the pier has been an essential component in the everyday lives of Victorians, particularly in relation to the influx of gold seekers and settlers that occurred throughout the middle to late decades of the nineteenth century.

    The initial pier was lengthened to a distance of almost 661 metres in the year 1861. The old pier was eventually redesigned, lengthened even further, and rechristened Station Pier since it was unable to support the ever-growing and more powerful steamships of the early 20th century. Both the pier and the gatehouse at the entry are considered to be of important heritage and cultural interest. The pier is on the National Register of Historic Places.

    When you are in the vicinity of Port Melbourne, it is recommended that you pay a visit to Station Pier. The Spirit of Tasmania is a massive ship, and it makes quite an impression when it is berthed at the port due to its size. You should look at the timetable or give them a call to make sure that the ship is not out at sea. You are free to visit the pier whenever you choose, provided that a huge cruise ship is not already docked there. In such scenario, if you go to Princes Pier, you will have a better opportunity to see further away.

    There is extremely little parking that is free (2P) on the nearby streets, and there is parking that requires a ticket in front of the pier that costs 3P. (8 am to midnight).

    Luna Park Melbourne

    South West Melbourne

    A meticulously created Play Space with a nautical motif, decked out in blue and white, which are the predominant colours. The layout of the playground was inspired by Roald Dahl's children's novel "The Enormous Crocodile," in which the title character is a crocodile that lives in a playground and pretends to be a pleasant see-saw before devouring children one by one. It is necessary to take precautions just in case the character known as the "Saltwater Crocodile" has heard of this tale.

    Within the entirety of the playground, there is a broad, light blue route that travels across several expansive sand sections. A giant metal crocodile is positioned in the middle, and it is obligingly spewing out a torrent of water into an elevated shallow trench. This trough then overflows into a broad canal, and there are enormous stepping stones to leap across the channel (assuming you want to stay dry). The fifty-meter-long canal winds its way down a gentle slope to a circular platform that features water spouts of varied heights. This platform serves as an additional invitation to get wet.

    Those who prefer a (slightly) more moderate ride down can take the curved tunnel slide, which is located on one of the two big embankments that overlook all of the water mayhem and has slithery tunnel slides. One of the tunnel slides is a straight tunnel slide, which caters to the speed demons.

    Chomp Towers are high platforms that may be accessed by either a steep rope ladder, sloping monkey bars, or ladders. These towers are scattered around the beach. Once you have reached the upper levels, you will be able to traverse between the towers using a rope nett bridge or a balancing beam bridge.

    A fireman's pole is an enjoyable and unique method to descend. A shaded hammock and sixteen bells, each of which has a rope tied to it, may be found underneath. You are capable of producing a greater quantity of music than the Point Cook Symphonic Orchestra.

    Another lengthy sandy area can be found at one end of the playground. This portion features two bird nest swings as well as a see-saw or sea-saw, depending on how you pronounce it. There is another elevated platform that can be reached via a ladder, but the only way down is by a single rope using a method called reverse scrambling wall. This platform is only for the brave (or foolhardy). Take comfort in the knowing that the sand is pleasant and gentle in the event that the departure doesn't go as planned.

    The entirety of the location features some grassy areas and is laid out around the edges of some marshes. There are also a number of bridges that cross the body of water. A shelter with two tables and a grill is located at one end of the space. A shelter with a covered table and barbeque, as well as an unshaded table and a three-person springer in a sandpit, may be found around 100 metres along the lake. There is a restroom located around 100 metres away.

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    Federation Square

    Trying to picture Melbourne without Federation Square is becoming increasingly difficult. This contemporary piazza has evolved into the city's de facto gathering spot since it is home to significant cultural attractions, events of world-class calibre, tourism experiences, and an extraordinary selection of restaurants, bars, and specialised businesses.

    Are you interested in finding things to do in Melbourne? There are about two thousand events held each year at Federation Square, including cultural festivals, exhibitions, event debuts, performances, conferences, films, concerts, and fashion displays. The majority of these activities are offered at no cost to the public.

    Watching sporting events on the Big Screen in Federation Square has become a long-standing tradition in Melbourne, and almost all of the major festivals that take place in Melbourne make use of the venue in some capacity. Because the culture of Federation Square is so diverse, you can always expect to find something interesting to do there, whether you go for the free tai chi or one of the wine tasting nights.

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    Buckingham Reserve, Buckingham Crescent

    Bravo to Brimbank! A wonderful playground with many exciting components. The centrepiece of the attraction is a large tower that features a high twisting tunnel slide as well as an extended chain bridge on the side that leads to a steep metal fall.

    There is a stand-on carousel, a gigantic grasshopper springer, a bee springer that can accommodate two people, a bird nest swing, two long flying foxes with disc seats, a wide sandpit with some cover, and a magnificent water play area with pumps, water channels, reservoirs, and an augur.

    Large covered area furnished with a substantial community table, barbeque grills, and both shaded and uncovered seating areas. There are also restrooms, water taps, and a large grassy space.

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    McNish Reserve Playground, Court Street, Yarraville

    In Melbourne, the dinosaurs are roaring, and there are lots of ways to connect with them without paying a single dime.
    Visit the enormous interactive dinosaur known as the "Mutaburrasaurus" at the McNish Reserve in Yarraville and a variety of ancient monsters at the Megasaurus Playground in Cranbourne East. Do it with a healthy amount of terror and apprehension.

    There are so many dinosaurs at Gardenworld in Braeside that some of them have even made their way into the parking lot. Inside there are also several exhibitions and sculptures, including a giraffe and a hippopotamus, among other animals.

    The Reserve is dominated by an enormous Muttaburrasaurus, an interactive dinosaur that is modelled on a creature that existed in Australia around one hundred million years ago.

    Children are able to use a rope nett to climb into the vast guts of the dinosaur and see out through the rib cage. A climbing grip and a tunnel slide are only two of the fun elements of play that have been incorporated into the design of this character.

    Drums and a voice tube that extends from the inside of the neck to the lips are also included to further increase the participant's ability to use their imagination. There are both broken eggshells and whole eggs strewn around the area where the dinosaur is located. The level of anxiety associated with this encounter will increase significantly if even one of the eggs gets to hatch.

    It is unfortunate that the Reserve does not have any other types of play equipment since there is a limit to the amount of time that can be spent with an extinct species, even if it is as intriguing as this one.

    In close proximity is the Yarraville Community Garden, which features a shelter equipped with a table and a drinking fountain.

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    Braybrook Park Aeroplane Playground

    After being gutted by fire in December of 2015, the world-famous aeroplane playground has been gloriously revived. The new rope frame aeroplane is now used to make its way down the runway, which is watched over by a towering control tower that is positioned at the end of the runway.

    The fuselage of the aeroplane is split into two portions, each of which has a variable height to accommodate aspiring pilots of varying ages. These sections are designed to be as realistic as possible. Having metal slides that are strategically placed for a quick departure makes it much simpler to evacuate in the event of an emergency.

    Simply enquire with any of the kind attendants if you want assistance in locating the nearest exit. The wings of the aeroplane are also a fun zone, with a large number of swings of various varieties hanging from both wings.

    There is a staircase within the control tower that allows the air traffic controller to ascend to the top of the tower and have a view of the entire airfield.
    There is a wooden climbing wall, a rope nett climbing wall, twin wave slides, a fireman's pole, and a giant red twisting tunnel slide on the side of the control tower for the more enthusiastic air traffic controllers.

    A pair of seesaws, a pair of stand-on spinners, and a pair of flying foxes with disc seats can be found on either side of the tower. Four-square courts, which should be included at any decent airport but are not at Tullamarine, are also there. Given that there are two of everything, this location looks like it would be ideal for a set of twins.

    A wind direction indicator mounted on a pole can be found on the other side of the aircraft (if the wind flag is there then the weather is fine for playing but if the flag has been torn off then it is too windy to play). In addition to that, there are musical bridges, a carousel with seats, a delightful cup that you can sit in and spin around, and three quite adorable aeroplane springers.

    There are two shelters with a total of three tables that are shaded, four barbecues, and a water tap that has a bowl attached to it. There is a grassy space at the back for playing ball games.

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    Eastern Beach Reserve Swimming Enclosure (Geelong)

    The exquisite Art Deco masterpiece that is Eastern Beach can be found on the eastern side of Geelong, on the shores of Corio harbour. Since it first opened its doors in the late 1930s, it has been one of the most popular places for families to go. In the 1990s, as the first step in the process of revitalising the Waterfront area, Eastern Beach was given its complete original appearance.

    The swimming inclosure is one of the most well-known landmarks in Geelong. It is a massive wooden structure with two platforms that wraps in a half-circle around 8 and a half acres of seawater and has a shark gate. The inclosure can accommodate thousands of swimmers, and it features both a diving board and floating islands. Additionally, it has a wonderful sandy beach that backs up to the children's pool.

    The children's pool is a cement pool that is on the shallower side and features a lovely fountain in the middle. On hot days, the pool is typically highly crowded because it serves as the city's primary facility for teaching people how to swim and has done so for decades.

    Along with a sizable outdoor eating space in the front, the stunning red brick art deco kiosk structure at Eastern Beach, which houses one of the city's most upscale dining establishments, can be found at Eastern Beach. In addition, a wide variety of ice-cold beverages and ice creams are available for purchase at the kiosk for beachgoers.

    The red terracotta tiles that cover the attractive lifeguard and changing pavillion may be found on the paved area as well. On the east side of the parks, there is a large playground for children, and it is a popular spot throughout the entire year.

    One of the most stunning architectural elements in Geelong is a white Spanish staircase that rises to the Eastern Beach road above. These stairs are a quiet breathtaking and give great views of the Eastern Beach promenade and Corio Bay. There is a big fountain with statues of cranes and tortoises located near the midway point of the path.

    These are exact copies of the originals, which have been preserved at the Botanical Gardens for future generations to enjoy.

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    Portsea Ocean Beach and London Bridge Rockpools

    The London Bridge region is adjacent to both the Mornington Peninsula National Park and the Point Nepean National Park, making it the most northern beach in the Mornington Peninsula National Park. This well-known landform is made of sandstone and was created as a result of the weathering activity of wind, rain, and waves acting over a period of thousands of years.

    A overlook that is only a short walk away from the parking lot offers breathtaking views of London Bridge as well as the beach and rock platforms below. There are views in both the east into Portsea and the north-west towards Point Nepean National Park.

    A steep slope is the only way to access the beach. A large rock platform offers excellent opportunities for snorkelling and spelunking in the rock pools during low tide.

    The Farnsworth track, which is a two-kilometer circle that goes in an eastern direction, connects London Bridge and Portsea Ocean Beach by way of the cliff tops via two breathtaking lookouts. An alternative way to go back along the shore.

    Due to the fact that the rock pools are submerged when the tide is high, it is essential to pay attention to the tide times.

    One of the lookouts provides views of the London Bridge rock formation, while the others offer panoramas of the beach and are within a short walk from the parking lot. You may go to London Bridge, walk to Portsea Ocean Beach, which is 1.5 kilometres away, or stroll along the beach to get there. Either way, you can get to the beach by taking the set of steps that lead down to it and playing along it. You may even take the Farnsworth trackback all the way to Portsea.

    The presence of a glider launch place close to the parking lot is an intriguing feature. To see hang gliders take off from this location would be an exhilarating experience.

    Due to the presence of hooded plover nesting areas, dogs are not allowed on the beach.

    Wilsons Folly Track is the entrance to the Port Nepean National Park and it connects Point Nepean (1.7 kilometres), the Quarantine Station (2.5 kilometres), Gunners Cottage (3.5 kilometres), and the Visitor Center (6km).

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