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Walking and running

The City of Melbourne’s parks, gardens and cityscape are an ideal setting for leisurely walking, jogging and hard-paced running.

Two men run side by side on a sports field with the city skyline behind them.

Enjoy scenic routes along the Yarra River or through iconic parks like the Royal Botanic Gardens. Discover hidden laneways and bustling neighbourhoods while staying active.

With our pedestrian-friendly layout and diverse landscapes, Melbourne offers the perfect canvas for urban explorers seeking fitness and serenity.

Enjoy our walking and running tracks of different lengths in the following locations:

  • Fawkner Park (2.34 km and 2.45 km)
  • Fawkner Park/Shrine Reserve (6.21 km)
  • Fitzroy/Treasury Gardens (2.2 km)
  • Kings Domain/Tan Track (3.85 km)
  • Princes Park (2.09 km and 3.17 km)
  • Royal Park (3.81 km)
  • Royal/Princes Park (10.44 km)
  • Yarra Park (3.33 km)

As part of our Transport Strategy, we are committed to creating an enjoyable and safe walking environment for residents, workers and visitors. To find out more, visit Walking.

Running trackLocationLength (m)
Fawkner Park24-88 Commercial Rd, South Yarra VIC 31412663.88
Fawkner Park and Shrine24-88 Commercial Rd, South Yarra VIC 31415442.67
The TanBirdwood Ave, Melbourne VIC 30043827.71
Bolte Bolt727 Collins St, Docklands VIC 30082197.30
Classic JogFitzroy Gardens, Wellington Parade, East Melbourne VIC 30022521.46
The RoyaleRoyal Park, Flemington Road, Parkville VIC 30528128.80
Wetland EscapeRoyal Park, Manningham Street, Parkville VIC 30521454.50
Storage PondRoyal Park, Manningham Street, Parkville VIC 3052530.63
The Carlton TrackPrinces Park, 200-590 Royal Parade, Carlton North VIC 30543156.54
The Carlton Track ShortPrinces Park, 200-590 Royal Parade, Carlton North VIC 30541904.82
MCG TrailBrunton Ave, Richmond VIC 30022434.13
River RunSouth Wharf, Southbank and Melbourne4650.84
River Run 2Alexandra Gardens and Birrarung Marr2324.08

our acknowledgement

  • Torres Strait Islander Flag
  • Aboriginal People Flag

The City of Melbourne respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land we govern, the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong / Boon Wurrung peoples of the Kulin and pays respect to their Elders past and present. 

 

We acknowledge and honour the unbroken spiritual, cultural and political connection they have maintained to this unique place for more than 2000 generations.

We accept the invitation in the Uluru Statement from the Heart and are committed to walking together to build a better future.