Albert Park
Albert Park
4.5
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
About
Jog, cycle or walk with your dog around Albert Park Lake. When you stop to catch your breath, take a moment to enjoy the magnificent views of the city skyline. With both off and on-lead areas, come and enjoy Albert Park with your four-legged pooch. Nine picturesque picnic areas dotted around Albert Park Lake are perfect for an outing with family and friends. Albert Park is home to a plethora of events, from fun runs to cycling events, pet-friendly meetups and the iconic Australian Grand Prix. Swim, dive or try out the indoor sports facilities and fitness gym at the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre. Sign up for some sailing or rowing lessons, hire a boat or if you are a seasoned sailor or rower, join in on the weekly races and meets.
Duration: 2-3 hours
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redzebbra
Melbourne, Australia112 contributions
Jan 2023 • Friends
Spent a glorious summer afternoon here in January with my husband and children and our toy poodle! We packed a picnic and chilled out whilst watching the kayakers on the lake and also some very photogenic black swans! A beautiful way to unwind with family and friends on a sunny day.
Written March 6, 2023
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia13,719 contributions
Jan 2022
Melbourne has many parks, but few can match Albert Park when it comes to facilities. The central lake is good for water sports such as sailing, canoeing and kayaking. The lake is stocked with fish, which will give anglers some enjoyable sporting fishing. International viewers all over the world will see Melbourne,s skyscrapers in the background as they watch the F1 Australian Grand Prix, schedulated to be held in April 2022.
Written January 21, 2022
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CVD485
Carignan, Canada3,728 contributions
Nov 2023 • Friends
This is the park where the Formula 1 Grand Prix race takes place. It was a pleasure to walk onto the starting grid. A well was open and we were able to see the size of the spaces where the teams work.
I'm going to see the Grand Prix from another angle.
I'm going to see the Grand Prix from another angle.

Written January 31, 2024
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Oldjack
Greater Melbourne, Australia29,499 contributions
May 2020
There are few cities with a 2.25 square kilometre park at its doorstep (3 kilometres south) which includes the lake of some 0.5 square kilometres. Once a series of swamps and lagoons and used as a garbage dump and military base it was made into a lake in 1854 and named after Queen Victoria's Prince Albert.The walk around the lake is just under 5 kilometres and well-worth doing on a nice day. Some areas of the lake and particularly the palm plantation along the east bank needs some attentions (broken concrete and weeds) . You can also get get views of the CBD from the west and south side of the lake. Too bad about the excessive (rip-off) parking fees at $5.20 per hour.but all things considered a great place for a walk.
Written May 15, 2020
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Thanks so much for taking the time to review Albert Park, we're glad to hear you enjoy walking at Albert Park.
Your feedback about the palm plantation will be passed along to our local team.
Thanks again,
Parks Victoria
Written June 5, 2020
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia13,719 contributions
Jun 2021
Motor sports enthusiasts would know that the Australian F1 Grand Prix is held at Albert Park Lake every year in November.but its also hosts canoeing, sailing and kayaking and other sports.. Albert Park a high standard public golf course. The lake is only 3 km (2 miles) south of the centre of Melbourne. It's also a plentiful venue for angling. The lake is heavily stocked with golden perch, estuary perch and rainbow trout. Carp are a popular fighting fish, but cannot be returned to the water.
Written June 30, 2021
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Niccers16
Bundaberg, Australia923 contributions
Aug 2022 • Couples
We went to Albert Park just to see the racetrack after watching the races on tv for many years. Great to drive around and see the pits, however the speed limit is reduced and bollards in place to ensure you can’t speed down the main straight.
Was pleasantly surprised though by the sporting facilities in the area and the number of people out and about.
Well worth a visit if you are staying close by or have access to a vehicle
Was pleasantly surprised though by the sporting facilities in the area and the number of people out and about.
Well worth a visit if you are staying close by or have access to a vehicle
Written August 9, 2022
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia13,719 contributions
Aug 2020
Albert Park is a suburb of Melbourne, some 3 km (2 miles) from the city centre. Albert Park.has become an up-market residential area. The residences are spacious and the area is well maintained. There's also a popular park in the area. Internationally, Albert Park is best known for hosting the F1 Australian Grand Prix, traditionally the first F1 Grand Prix of the motor racing season. The Grand Prix is usually held in March.
Written August 23, 2020
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AndyJohn74
Sydney, Australia5,960 contributions
May 2021 • Solo
Visited this area on a cold May morning. It was still busy with people jogging or walking around the lake. There sporting fields galore in this park park, as well as a golf driving range, rowing clubs parts of the Formula One Precinct and the Melbourne Sports Centres.
Written May 16, 2021
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Duckinsnow
34 contributions
Apr 2020
Albert Park seemed to be a bit busier than Bourke St on the weekends. We are distancing ourselves from others, so we headed here to avoid the crowds on Beaconsfield Pde, but it was still busy! Lots of respect from most, and distancing was easy. Lots of space!
Written April 19, 2020
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Thanks so much for taking the time to share your experience at Albert Park! We're so glad to here distancing was easy so that you were able to enjoy the park.
Thanks again,
Parks Victoria
Written April 23, 2020
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Ben King
London, UK346 contributions
Nov 2024 • Couples
Went in a stroll round Albert Park. For those who don’t know - this is where the Melbourne Grand Prix (F1) is held each year! Some incredible views of the city and it’s a nice 3 mile walk. Can spot some cool little animals too. Definitely come here with a coffee to start your day!
Written November 16, 2024
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Can I just go to Albert park and kick a ball about on the football pitches ?
Written November 24, 2016
Parks Victoria
Melbourne, Australia
Hi Lou C,
There's lots of open space at Albert Park; great for a casual game of football, frisbee, jogging or a picnic. Playing on the fields shouldn't be an issue, as long as there's no games on!
The Visitor Guide (Park Note), map and calendar of events are listed on the Parks Victoria website to help you plan your visit.
Written November 24, 2016
Hi,
Other than F1 race, what is the Pit building used for between May to Dec?
Is the building rented out for other events and if so, what kind of events?
Who manages and maintain the building?
Thank you
Maidin
Written January 5, 2015
The pit building inside is turned into indoor soccer and netball courts i believe. The Supercars pit building is constructed for the event and the concrete it sits on is open air basketball courts.
Written March 13, 2019
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