- Address: Yarralumla ACT 2600, Australia
- Phone: +61 13 22 81
- Region: Australian Capital Territory
- Working hours: daily, from 7-00 to 23-00
Weston Park is one of the parks of the Australian capital . It is located on a peninsula, and is surrounded on three sides by water. The park is named after Thomas Weston, a well-known Australian gardener who has done a lot for the landscaping of Canberra. The park goes to the man-made lake Burli-Griffin , located in the heart of the city. Initially, Weston Park was part of a dendrand and tree nursery, and it was only in the 60s of the last century that it began to take shape as a park; in 61 he received his present name.
What can I do in the park?
The park is a favorite vacation spot for Canberrians. It attracts both those who just want to relax - alone or with the family - and lovers to actively spend the weekend. On the shore of the lake there are barbecue areas, where there are tables and electric "barbecue". And if you are too lazy to cook on your own, you can have a snack in one of the cafes that are located right in the park.
Fans of water walks can ride on the lake by boat. The sandy beach is popular with families with toddlers who like to build castles from sand. For children in the park there is also a mini railway, a labyrinth and playgrounds, one of which is a waterway. For fans of outdoor activities in the park there are special bike paths, a small golf course. Weston Park is also famous for its coniferous forest, which is located in the western part of the park. On weekends, the park often hosts various events.
In Weston Park there are more than 80 kangaroos; some of them are "dressed" in special collars and are equipped with special ear tags - this is part of the program to monitor their populations and learn behavior. In addition to kangaroos, the park is also inhabited by various birds, including pelicans, who live on the lake.
How to get to Weston Park?
The park from the center of Canberra can be reached by public transport - bus number 1. It runs every 20 minutes, the road will take about 40 minutes. You can come here and by car - near the park there are several parking lots. In this case, the road will take very little time: if you go through Alexandrina Dr - 8 minutes (distance - less than 5 km), through Forster Cres - 9 minutes (5 km), Adelaide Ave - 10 minutes (just over 6 km).
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