A stroll along Melbourne's Yarra River (recommended walking trails, outlet shopping)

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Melbourne's Yarra River walk is a great way to enjoy both nature and urban scenery in the heart of the city.

Here are some walking routes:

✅ 1. Southbank Promenade
• Address: Southbank Promenade, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia
• Features:
• A central walking route between Melbourne's city centre and the Yarra River
• Adjacent to riverside restaurants, cafes, and performing arts venues (e.g., Arts Centre Melbourne, Hamer Hall)
• Beautiful nighttime views make it a great spot for an evening stroll.

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✅ 2. Birrarung Marr Park
• Address: Batman Ave, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
• Features:
• A quiet park on the north bank of the Yarra River
• Features Aboriginal art sculptures, a sloping walking path, and the Thames Walk
• Within walking distance of Federation Square

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✅ 3. Royal Botanic Gardens & Tan Track (Royal Botanic Gardens & Tan Track)
• Address: Birdwood Ave, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia
• Features:
• An urban nature attraction directly connected to the Yarra River
• The Tan Track is a jogging/walking path along the river (approximately 3.8km loop)
• A popular route frequented by locals

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✅ 4. Alexandra Gardens & Princes Bridge (Alexandra Gardens & Princes Bridge)
• Address: Boathouse Dr, Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia
• Features:
• Gardens and boathouse area next to the Yarra River
• View traditional rowing competitions
• Great views of both sides of the river from Princes Bridge

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✅ 5. Abbotsford Convent & Yarra Bend Park (Yarra Bend Park & Yarra Bend Park)
• Address: 1 St Heliers St, Abbotsford VIC 3067, Australia
• Features: • A more nature-friendly riverside course slightly northeast of Melbourne's city center
• A monastery complex, art workshops, cafes, and riverside forest paths
• Wildlife (bats, parrots, etc.) can also be observed

This is a recommended way to explore the city!

We especially recommend stopping by DFO South Wharf for some shopping during your walk. It's an outlet mall, so you'll find some great deals.

💜Location: 20 Convention Centre Place, South Wharf, VIC 3006, Australia
Located in the South Wharf area, right next to the Yarra River, it offers panoramic views of the western side of Melbourne's city center.

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