Walks in Melbourne, Victoria

The best way to get to know a city is on foot. The capital city of Victoria, Australia, is known for its artistic laneways, curated gardens, historic inner suburbs and its riverside walks. Here are a selection of walks you can do in marvellous Melbourne.

These Walking Maps have been created by staff at Victoria Walks, their partners and by members of the general public. Walks are listed in order of their proximity to the city centre. Hit the Walking Maps logo to go back to the home page, where you can search for walks in other locations.

For longer walks in Melbourne see our Urban Hikes collection.

Let's Walk Yarravilleby Let's Walk

6.80 km

The Let’s Walk project is mapping walk routes for women in particular, so they can meet and walk wit

1.94 km 0:29 Easy

Thornbury Art, Architecture and Urbanityby Pen

6.82 km

Experience how great it can be to walk and "Love Living Local", experiencing the High St and some ba

2.92 km 0:43 Easy

Sandy Point Conservation Areaby Dottie

6.84 km

Sandy Point is a pleasant walk on reclaimed land that was once a dumping ground for the old Newport

2.03 km 0:30 Easy

Zelman Cowen Park Accessible Walk, Kooyongby Victoria Walks

6.88 km

For a spacious and green walking or rolling outing ideal for prams and mobility aids, visit the spor

2.20 km 1:00 Easy

Balaclava Street Art Walkby WuTron

6.99 km

An introduction to graffiti and street art from a local kid.

1.39 km 0:20 Very Easy

St Monica's Primary School walking route (Primrose St)by Victoria Walks

7.05 km

This walk is one of four routes to and from St Monica's Primary School in Moonee Ponds. It is both a

0.88 km 0:13 Very Easy

Darebin Creek Trail day hikeby Melbourne Waterway Walks

7.14 km

A fantastic, public transport-accessible hike along Darebin Creek through beautiful urban bushland s

8.88 km 2:13 Intermediate

Maribyrnong River Loop, Aberfeldieby Melbourne Waterway Walks

7.17 km

A fantastic, picturesque walk that loops along Melbourne’s second major river, the mighty Maribyrnon

4.11 km 1:02 Easy

Pipemakers Park (and Maribyrnong River)by ParkWalks

7.26 km

An unexpected gem in the city, this easy walk takes you along the Maribyrnong river, around a small

4.11 km 1:00 Easy

Pipemakers Park Family Walkby Victoria Walks

7.33 km

This is a terrific park for family walking in particular. The walk loops around the park taking in a

1.76 km 0:30 Easy

Williamstown to Altona - Bay hike by Jane - Victoria Walks

7.37 km

This is a lesser explored Port Phillip Bay walk. Starting from wonderful Williamstown, make your way

12.63 km 3:10 Intermediate

Yarraville! Street Libraries and Moreby Emma

7.44 km

An easy neighbourhood walk. A balance of both park and street walking that connects community to sev

4.17 km 1:02 Easy

Cruickshank Park loop walkby Victoria Walks

7.47 km

This leafy loop walk in Yarraville follows Stony Creek upstream and down as it runs through the popu

3.16 km 0:45 Easy

Darebin Parklands loop walkby Jane - Victoria Walks

7.53 km

Take a break from fast-paced city life in one of inner Melbourne's best bushland reserves. Kilometre

2.91 km 0:44 Easy

Darebin Creek from Darebin Parkland to the Yarra Riverby Melbourne Waterway Walks

7.54 km

A fantastic walk along Darebin Creek trail from the urban bushland oasis of Darebin Parkland to the

2.47 km 0:37 Easy

Sparks Reserve to Darebin Parklandsby Sofie Anselmi

7.61 km

A nice walk along the creek and through the parklands

1.14 km 0:17 Easy

Newport railway station to Commonwealth Reserve Williamstownby Dottie

7.64 km

Walk from Newport railway station down North Road and right into The Strand. Continue along past Fer

3.61 km 0:54 Easy

Newport railway station to Stoney Creek Backwashby Dottie

7.65 km

Walk from Newport railway station down to the mouth of the Yarra River, following it to the West Gat

3.44 km 0:51 Easy

Newport railway station to Newport Lakes Reserveby Dottie

7.68 km

Walk from Newport railway station to Newport Lakes Reserve – a little country oasis in the city

2.57 km 0:38 Intermediate

Williamstown Point Gellibrand Coastal Heritage Park to Jawbone Flora and Fauna Parkby Dottie

7.79 km

From Williamstown railway station to the Point Gellibrand Coastal Heritage Park, along the foreshore

5.57 km 1:23 Easy

5 Mile Creek, Essendonby Justine

7.88 km

On this easy pram friendly walk, explore 5 Mile Creek, the Ceremonial Rock Circle and Moonee Ponds C

1.10 km 0:16 Very Easy

Five Mile Creek/ Moonee Ponds Creekby Friends of Moonee Ponds Creek

7.91 km

Some beautiful sights in this walk along Five Mile Creek and the Moonee Ponds Creek from Moreland Ro

2.24 km 0:40 Easy

Point Ormond to Brighton Coastal Walkby tedmcrae

7.99 km

A wonderful coastal trail with lovely views of the horizon. There are long stretches of sand for la

5.14 km 1:17 Easy

Local treasures in Coburg Northby tedmcrae

8.00 km

A pleasant walk to explore local treasures including Peppertree Place (a community garden), Hidden C

5.20 km 1:05 Easy

Afton Street Wetlands and Maribyrnong Riverby Justine

8.13 km

This picturesque walk offers views of water and wetlands and has something for everyone, including a

2.26 km 0:33 Intermediate

Mindfulness In Anderson Park Walkby City of Boroondara

8.16 km

This walk will take you on a walk around the beautiful Anderson Park, with stops along the way where

0.91 km 1:00 Easy

Elsternwick to Elwood walkby tedmcrae

8.48 km

This longer route to the beach features some of the area's best shops and cafes. You can shorten thi

2.60 km 0:33 Very Easy

Wilsons Reserve - urban oasis walkby dburtt

8.48 km

Explore the beautiful wetlands and forests of the Wilson Reserve along the banks of the Yarra River,

4.38 km 1:06 Easy

Wilsons Reserve & Yarra Riverby WildMelbourne

8.65 km

An easy, but picturesque walk along the Yarra River and its adjacent billabongs through the heart of

5.81 km 1:27 Easy

Hay's Paddock Circuit Walkby Cee Cee

8.68 km

This lovely walk takes you past a billabong and gorgeous gum trees. A popular spot for joggers, dog

1.38 km 0:20 Very Easy

Women Who Walk, Hay's Paddock, Kew Eastby Victoria Walks

8.70 km

Join us for a short, social twilight walk at Hay's Paddock in Kew this Spring!

2.12 km 0:32 Easy

Coburg Lake Reserve playground walkby Jane - Victoria Walks

8.81 km

Coburg Lake Reserve, just to the north of Pentridge, is a family-friendly and picturesque park with

1.61 km 0:24 Easy

Teen Walkabout: From Preston to Fitzroyby teeggy

8.83 km

This walk of local fun and cool hangouts was created by teenagers for teenagers through a fun consul

10.00 km 2:05 Intermediate

Jawbone Foreshore Walkby Robert Jackson

8.90 km

An easy, mostly dog-friendly walk along the foreshore in the Rifle Range Estate in Williamstown, Fro

5.35 km 1:20 Easy

Ivanhoe Heritage Arts and Music Walk by Heritage Group

8.92 km

Ivanhoe has long been associated with the arts. The Heidelberg Choral Society celebrated its 100th

2.99 km 0:45 Easy

Mosaic treasure trail on the Merri Creekby Christina at Gumnut Trails

8.93 km

This family friendly walk is a stunning mosaic treasure trail of 8 local moths and butterflies along

2.20 km 0:33 Easy

A tale of two parks, Essendonby Justine

9.02 km

Walk through several very different parklands, connected by green corridors and offering a glimpse o

2.52 km 0:37 Easy

Central Park and Hedgeley Dene Gardens Walkby Victoria Walks

9.44 km

By linking two iconic City of Stonnington urban parklands, this excellent walk caters for all ages.

3.45 km 1:30 Easy

Edgars Creek walk (from Sydney Road, Coburg)by Victoria Walks

9.49 km

It doesn't take long to feel like you've stepped into the countryside with this generous parcel of g

4.44 km 1:06 Intermediate

Eaglemont historic homestead walkby cherylc

9.64 km

Take a walk in Eaglemont to get a glimpse of the bush setting that inspired the Heidelberg School of

3.47 km 0:52 Hard

Let's Walk Braybrook Parkby Let's Walk

9.70 km

Pleasant, easy walk with city views, taking in gardens and a temple. The roundabout is a sight, with

2.45 km 0:36 Easy

Let's Walk Braybrook Streetsby Let's Walk

9.71 km

This easy neighbourhood walk will take you to Darnley and Churchill streets via Ash Reserve. Check o

2.51 km 0:37 Easy

Djerring Trail - Caulfield to Oakleighby Jo

9.86 km

A pleasant walk along the linear park underneath the Dandenong train line, between Caulfield and Oak

4.88 km 1:13 Very Easy

Cranwell Park Maribrynong River walkby Victoria Walks

9.90 km

From the attractively terraced Cranwell Park, wind your way to the Maribyrnong River for a beautiful

5.27 km 1:30 Intermediate

Glen Iris Wetlands Walkby Victoria Walks

9.93 km

A Gardiners Creek ecosystem diamond, this cheerful wetland loop walk is a treat. It takes you around

1.44 km 0:45 Easy

Westbreen Creek Walk, Pascoe Valeby Melbourne Waterway Walks

9.99 km

A short but tranquil loop walk along Westbreen Creek in Pascoe Vale for a dose of nature in suburbia

2.24 km 0:34 Easy

Let's Walk Dinjerra Primary Schoolby Let's Walk

10.01 km

Join friends or family on this loop walk. Wander along the streets up to South Road, near Dinjerra P

2.23 km 0:33 Easy

Let's Walk Kinder Smith Reserveby Let's Walk

10.02 km

A neighbourhood loop walk that takes in Braybrook Community Hub and park, Churchill Avenue shops, fr

2.35 km 0:35 Easy

Merri Creek and Urban Forest loop walk - Coburg North and Coburgby Jane - Victoria Walks

10.27 km

A food swap, dog off-leash park, creek ramble, Pentridge, weekly accredited Farmers' Market plus som

6.19 km 1:32 Intermediate

Heidelberg Heritage Arts and Music Walk by Heritage Group

10.61 km

From the 1840s the picturesque Heidelberg area became a popular tourist and artist’s destination. Mu

3.53 km 0:53 Easy

Moonee Ponds Creek, Strathmoreby Melbourne Waterway Walks

10.64 km

Take a walk along the Moonee Ponds Creek Trail, north of the concrete, where there's abundant birdli

2.71 km 0:41 Easy

Balwyn Loop - 48 Tram Terminusby justwalkit

10.84 km

A loop walk that includes a great variety of sights, sounds and environments! Something new to disc

4.82 km 1:12 Easy

Connecting to Country walk in Maranoa Botanic Gardens by City of Boroondara

11.13 km

Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of Maranoa Botanic Gardens with a unique mindfulness walk. Gui

0.39 km 0:15 Easy

Reservoir neighbourhood walkby katemcneil

11.17 km

I'm especially interested in gardens so there's lots to see in the streets around me.

2.30 km 0:29 Very Easy

Kororoit Creek Trail - Toyota Way and beyondby Dottie

11.20 km

Hobsons Bay City Council, Toyota Australia, the Victorian Government and Friends of Lower Kororoit C

2.08 km 0:31 Easy

Edwardes Lake and Edwardes Creek Wetlandsby Melbourne Waterway Walks

11.32 km

Set in beautiful parklands, this walk takes a loop around Edwardes Lake, then onto Edwardes Creek we

3.59 km 0:54 Easy

Moonee Ponds Creek JP Fawkner to Brosnan Crescentby Friends of Moonee Ponds Creek

11.36 km

Lovely Walk along both sides of the Moonee Ponds Creek, starting at JP Fawkner Reserve and going to

2.46 km 0:37 Easy

Altona Dog Beachby Robert Jackson

11.36 km

A great place to walk the dog, but check the tides. And while you are there enjoy the broad expanse

1.91 km 0:29 Easy

Edwardes Lake Park accessible walk, Reservoirby Victoria Walks

11.38 km

More than 130 years ago Edgars Creek was dammed to form Edwardes Lake. Today the lakeside path offer

1.87 km 0:30 Very Easy

Faces of Greythorn walk, Balwyn Northby Greythorn Traders Association

11.60 km

Something old is made into something new. Something crafted gives you a clue. Take a journey along G

0.55 km 0:20 Very Easy

Warringal Parklandsby WildMelbourne

11.64 km

An easy walk through the Warringal Parklands along the Yarra River, with fantastic wildlife and ame

3.53 km 0:52 Easy

Wildflower loop in Walter Burley Griffin's Garden Suburb by Moonee Valley City Council

11.65 km

Enjoy this circuit walk to explore Walter Burley Griffin's progressive urban design, with the added

3.80 km 0:57 Easy

Valley Lake discovery, Keilor Eastby Justine

11.65 km

A flat stroll along Steele Creek leads to Valley Lake, and an option to climb the steps to the stun

2.16 km 0:32 Easy

Urban Forest Accessible Walk, Malvern Eastby Victoria Walks

12.00 km

This charming accessible walk or roll through a green urban oasis features a bushland setting with m

1.44 km 0:30 Easy

Steele Creek: Airport West to Keilor Parkby Yarra Walker

12.02 km

A walk in three parts along Steele Creek: first between Fullarton Rd and Roberts Rd, secondly from t

3.50 km 0:52 Easy

Heide Gardens & Sculpture Parkby Cee Cee

12.20 km

This gorgeous walk takes you through beautiful gardens, intriguing sculptures, and a serene trail al

1.42 km 0:21 Very Easy

Moonee Ponds Creek: Boeing Reserve to JP Fawkner circuitby Friends of Moonee Ponds Creek

12.24 km

Walk along both sides of the Moonee Ponds Creek between the foot bridge at Boeing Reserve and the f

2.52 km 1:00 Easy

Merri Creek - Bababi Djinanang circuitby Merri-bek Nature

12.29 km

A circuit walk featuring native grasslands, quiet creek areas and restored native vegetation.

2.27 km 0:45 Easy

Moonee Ponds Creek - Kingsford Smith Ulm circuitby Merri-bek Nature

12.57 km

A good stretch of the legs along the Moonee Ponds Creek, with playgrounds galore. The walk follows p

5.07 km 1:20 Easy

Walk to the village common and cascade parkby cgagaridis

12.94 km

My walk to Village Common and Cascade Park. Both very attractive parks with plenty of unique feature

2.90 km 0:37 Easy

Merri Creek - Moomba Wetlands circuitby Merri-bek Nature

12.96 km

A lovely circuit walk on taking in wide open spaces, a beautiful new wetland, and a quiet and seclud

2.42 km 0:45 Easy

Stroll around Cherry Lake Altonaby Dottie

12.99 km

Walk from Altona railway station, past the Altona Civic Centre to Cherry Lake.

4.46 km 1:06 Very Easy

Altona Beach to Altona Coastal Parkby Dottie

12.99 km

A lovely 5km return walk along the Bay Trail West taking in Altona Beach foreshore to Altona Coasta

5.00 km 1:15 Easy

Altona to 100 Steps of Federationby Dottie

13.00 km

From Altona station along Altona beach to 100 Steps of Federation

4.00 km 1:00 Easy

Nangak Tamboree Wildlife Sanctuary Walkby cgagaridis

13.25 km

Walk around Nangak Tamboree Wildlife Sanctuary visiting many key sites for viewing. It's a sanctuary

1.87 km 0:28 Easy

Heritage walk, Victoria Cross Estate, Macleodby Heritage Group

13.30 km

Near the Macleod station, south of Cherry Street is a housing Estate which was sub-divided in 1922.

2.71 km 0:41 Easy

Walk to Mount Cooper Hillby cgagaridis

13.30 km

Walk to Mount Cooper starting from Bundoora Park entrance walking through segments of the park, stre

3.80 km 0:48 Easy

Macleod Station to Mont Park Heritage Trailby Heritage Group

13.42 km

This walk follows an old train branch line which split off at Macleod station, and from 1911 to 19

2.53 km 0:37 Intermediate

Jacana Wetlands Circuitby Merri-bek Nature

13.45 km

A walk with wide open spaces and good wetland birdwatching opportunities.

5.61 km 1:30 Easy

Gardiners Creek Trail, near Deakin Universityby

13.46 km

With tracks on both sides of the Gardiners Creek and several bridges, there are lots of options for

3.08 km 0:46 Easy

Kororoit Creek Trail, Albion to Sunshine Westby Melbourne Waterway Walks

13.51 km

Explore nature in the suburbs along the Kororoit Creek trail between Selwyn Park, Albion and Bucking

10.15 km 2:32 Easy

Station to Station - Jacana to Broadmeadowsby HealthyTogether

13.76 km

This lovely walk takes you from Jacana to Broadmeadows station (or vice versa).

3.91 km 0:59 Easy

Box Hill Gardensby

14.05 km

A large urban park with a wide range of facilities available.

1.01 km 0:15 Easy

Merlynston Creek through Broadyby Yarra Walker

14.08 km

A short walk along Merlynston Creek

4.01 km 1:00 Easy

Horseshoe Bend Loop and Old Iron Bridgeby Yarra Walker

14.20 km

A circular walk around the Horseshoe Bend in the Maribyrnong River, opposite Brimbank Park. This wal

3.44 km 0:52 Easy

Kealba Loopby Yarra Walker

14.24 km

A short loop down to the Maribyrnong and back, with some great panoramas and closer views of the riv

1.75 km 0:26 Easy

Brimbank Park to Whitten Bridgeby Yarra Walker

14.48 km

A short walk along the Maribyrnong from Brimbank Park to where the Western Ring Road crosses the Ri

2.39 km 0:35 Very Easy

Footloose Footpaths in Albion and Ardeerby Stephen

14.49 km

This walk explores the Footloose Footpaths murals depicting local flora, fauna and historic features

6.10 km 1:16 Easy

Gresswell Hill and Macleod Hospitals Heritage Walkby Heritage Group

14.56 km

This walk starts in the Gresswell Reserve north of Gresswell Hill near the northern end of the Sprin

2.30 km 0:35 Intermediate

Cafe to the Weir, Brimbank Park Accessible Walkby Victoria Walks

14.63 km

Brimbank Park has wide green spaces beside the Maribyrnong River in a deep gorge. You will walk or

2.23 km 0:45 Easy

Brimbank Park Oval Accessible Walkby Victoria Walks

14.64 km

For mobility aid users seeking a less busy Brimbank Park experience, this alternative to the Cafe to

1.32 km 0:30 Easy

Brimbank Park Nature Trail, Keilorby ParkWalks

14.70 km

Set in very beautiful and picturesque surroundings, Brimbank Park is home to a diverse range of nati

3.78 km 0:56 Intermediate

Truganina Park Trail and Laverton Creek Spitby Melbourne Waterway Walks

14.71 km

A lovely one-hour loop taking in Altona Foreshore, Laverton Creek and Truganina Park. This expansi

4.20 km 1:03 Easy

Brimbank Welcome Walkby Matt

14.74 km

Enjoy an easy stroll through Brimbank Park, taking in the birdlife that lives in and around the anci

1.51 km 0:22 Easy

Brimbank Park Walkby Stephen

14.75 km

A longer walk around Brimbank park allows you to keep fit while enjoying the wonderful diversity of

4.30 km 0:54 Easy

Thomas Street Reserve Accessible Walk, Hamptonby Victoria Walks

14.77 km

Accessible spaces are for all. This walking and rolling reserve shows how. The smooth sealed path lo

0.84 km 0:20 Very Easy

Wombat Bend and Finns Reserve, Yarra River (Templestowe) by Jane - Victoria Walks

14.80 km

There's something for everyone at this little bend in the Yarra River at Templestowe. Beautiful walk

1.99 km 0:29 Very Easy

Wombat Bend Accessible Walk, Templestoweby Victoria Walks

14.81 km

Pack some refreshments to enjoy at the accessible picnic and BBQ shelters. Take in nature as you wal

2.30 km 0:45 Easy

Norris Bank Reserve Walk, Bundooraby HealthyTogether

14.89 km

A beautiful gentle loop around Norris Bank Reserve and the Darebin Creek.

2.97 km 0:44 Very Easy

Kurrum Yallock (Plenty River) - Martins Lane to Yallambie Parklandsby Anne Paul

15.03 km

The walk follows the Plenty River Trail along the Plenty River, from Martin’s Lane in Viewbank to

2.50 km 0:38 Easy