Footscray Park

Good for jogging, dog walking, cycling and picnicking. You won’t be alone. People and birds accompany you. The view is beautiful. Beware of the bikes and snakes.

Footscray Park is a true urban oasis. Its lush greenery, riverside walkways, and well-maintained gardens offer a serene escape from the city. With various facilities, from sports areas to picnic spots, it's a versatile destination. The park's peaceful atmosphere makes it perfect for relaxation and family outings. Overall, it's a gem that provides a refreshing break from urban life.

I've been going to Footscray park for over 20 years, in fact I used to live across the street many years ago. While seeing so much change in Footscray somewhat saddens me I do hope the current work they're doing retains/restores the Edwardian beauty around the water, and especially my secret meditation spot... This park is incredibly underrated.

A Vietnamese festival was held there. It was absent for over 25 years and we are glad that it has come back. Perfect place for a picnic, chill out, bike ride, fishing etc.. you can literally do a lot of things here.

My favorite local garden. I visit every weekend and each time I have new discovery with all beauties. Very relaxing and well maintain garden.
Dog free area in the part of park.
New play ground is always popular for family. And toilet is just next to the play ground. I really wish all visiter respect garden. They are so beautiful.
I want thank you to local
Council to save this beautiful garden.

Great place for family picnic as well.

Such a lovely and peaceful garden! The huge signage along the road was the reason i knew this park existed, but boy was it so hard to find the entrance. Ended up making a big loop and walking to the park.

The playground is fantastic for little children, and they will love the range of activities available in the secure compound. The water spray is very welcoming in hot summer days!

There are so many lovely spots that one could have a picnic 🧺, and some of the trees are so ancient that it feels like you are entering a different world.

Highly recommended that you make a visit to this beautiful place when you are next in Footscray!

First time we attended the New Year’s Eve fireworks display for children. Amazing. Well planned and organized. Lots of activities for family. Great live shows all evening. Mayor should learn to speak proper English before making long drawn out speech which was difficult to understand, rather, couldn’t understand. Very annoying and long winded. Then the fireworks, well worth the wait.

I always go to Footscray Park at weekends. At the moment due to the impact of flooding there's some part of park closed for renovations. It's so peaceful and beautiful place for you to visit. Love 💖💕💖💕💖💕💖

So lucky to live right near this gem. I would say I head to Footscray Park at least once a week (if not more). Never get tired of this space. The gorgeous tracks that wind through gardens and trees, the mini lake that has the cutest duck families, the track that winds along the river which is perfect for exercise, great city views, perfect space for dogs, tennis courts, soccer/footy fields and just a peaceful space to sit and enjoy. Love it!

A beautiful, somewhat hidden gem with stunning Edwardian garden and water features. The park includes an open space off-lead area for dogs and a walking trail along the Maribyrnong river with great views.

Huuuuuge and one of the best! This park keeps getting better, and hosts some of the best local community events. Great for family and for long walks

Currently one third of going through extensive repairs/upgrade post 2022 floods. However lovely park by the river and hosts a great family friendly Nye fireworks every year

Footscray Park what can I say! Will haven't been there for a long time and found it so different what a great and friendly place to go for everyone, it has it all picnic & BBQ areas for you and family's, station for bicycle repairs, spots too stop and fish and walk ways and gardens, and being able to take your dog for a run alone the maribnong River look at my photos it's said it all how great

Fun night out for New Year's Eve. 9.30 fireworks display is fantastic. Well run family event.

Lovely park with a lot of greenery, and a wide open space for everyone, this place is a must visit to unwind at weekends and after office hours. Also a space for young people from the adjoining University to unwind.

Huge park, very well maintained. Lots of facilities for picnic and variety of playgrounds for kids. Pet friendly with a huge area for dogs to be off leash. Gardens are very well maintained and not too crowded. Convenient parking spot

Great place to kill time and relax

Bring a picnic rug or your trainers and go for it

A bit of everything... lush green park, river trail, water park, bbq stands, a good view of the Melbourne skyline

I didn't realise how beautiful Footscray Park was until many years had passed. During the day it is an Edwardian oasis in a sea of development. At night it's super creepy and the trees steal your souls so I strongly advise against going there when it's dark!

Great location for a evening walk or a run. Lots of trees and during summer there are beautiful flowers to see in the park. You can lie on the grass facing Maribyrnong river and spent countless hours.