Yarra River Walk
Yarra River Walk
This walk takes you from Federation Square, down to the Yarra River, to Swan Street Bridge, back along the river to return to South Bank then Fed Square.
Summary
This walk takes you from Federation Square, down to the Yarra River, to Swan Street Bridge, back along the river to return to South Bank then Fed Square.
Description
This very easy walk takes in many sites of Melbourne. From Federation Square to the Yarra River, along Birrarung Marr to the Carillion, past the many sporting complexes to Swan Street Bridge. Once over the bridge the path hugs the Domain. Walking past the boat sheds and back to Southbank. The pedestrian bridge from Southbank takes you to Flinders Street where crossing St Kilda road will bring you back to Federation Square.
This walks takes in sport: tennis, athletics, soccer and rowing, nature: birds, trees and gardens and recreation: bbqs, playgrounds, coffee shops and shopping. And there is always something great to see at Federation Square
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Points of Interest
1. Melbourne Vistior Centre
Start at this point.
2. Steps Down to the Yarra River
These steps take you from Federation Square to the Yarra River
3. Playground by the Art Space
This hidden playground offers the opportunity for play for both young and old. Take the slide to enter playground
4. Artwork along the path
There are many large artworks along this part of the river. Many of the them reflecting the Aboriginal Hertiage in the area
5. Art on the ground
Some of the art is large and easy to spot but some of it is underfoot and can be easily missed.
6. Angel
This is a beautiful and large work of art by the artist Deborah Halpern. It has moved across the city over time. This beautiful pushmepullyou statue towers above all the walkers.
7. Steps to the Federation Bells
These bells are both art and functional time pieces. The bells ring out to mark the passage of time but can also be programmed to ring out a homemade tune.
8. Federation Bells
The bells sit at the high point of Birrarung Marr so great views of the city in all directions
9. Water reeds and reflections
Autumn is a great time to be walkings. The weather is perfect, the leaves from the many trees along this walk add interest.
10. Swan Street Bridge
This marks the beginning of the sporting complex in Melbourne.
11. View from the bridge
Standing on the middle of the bridge, looking back towards the city, Melbourne always looks great.
12. Trees and buildings
Hugging the edge of the Domain these large palm trees are a fabulous feature. With the backdrop of the city, this part of the walk feels so green.
13. Birds by the river
Gangs of water birds gather to sunbake on the green, green grass
14. Boat Sheds along the river
Many schools have boat sheds along the river bank. Groups of rowers can be seen most days
15. More wildlife
Cormorants sunning themselves on a rubbish boom
16. The Arts Centre
The spire of the Arts Centre provides a great landmark.
18. View from a Bridge
The Southbank Pedestrian Bridge links Southbank to Flinders Street.
19. Flinders Street Station
This station was the first to be completed in Melbourne and during the 1920's was one of the busiest in the world. In 2012 over 92,000 entrees where counted in one day.
20. Back across St Kilda Road to Federation Square
St Paul's Cathedral stands opposite Federation Square. This is the last point of this walk.
Features
Public Transport
Playground
Picnic spot
Drinking water available
Seating available
Public toilets
Pram friendly
Historical interest
Local treasures
Art and culture
Lake, creek, river
