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Queens Park

Peaceful park in Essendon

Kellaway Avenue
Essendon
Melbourne, VIC 3040

Nearest Train: Moonee Ponds train station (Broadmeadows line); tram 59

Not far from Moonee Valley Racecourse and the bustling Moonee Ponds shopping centre lies the peaceful and pretty Queens Park. Like a miniature version of Melbourne's Botanic Gardens it has a lake, complete with ducks and other feathered creatures, and enough flowers, shrubs and trees to keep budding horticulturists happy. There are interesting and challenging adventure playgrounds to explore, as well as a maze featuring art works and sculptures. If all this makes the tribe hungry you can adjourn to Max's Tea Rooms for a snack or a meal.