Australia is made for picnics. From harbour-side parks to secluded bush clearings, there's no shortage of stunning spots to spread out a blanket and make an afternoon of it. Here are our favourites across the country.
Sydney
1. Mrs Macquarie's Point, Royal Botanic Garden
Arguably Sydney's most iconic picnic spot — uninterrupted views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, manicured lawns, and enough space for a big group. Best arrived at early on weekends.
2. Shark Beach, Nielsen Park (Vaucluse)
A protected harbour beach with calm, shark-netted swimming, grassy slopes perfect for a blanket, and a heritage-listed kiosk for when you forget the charcuterie. Feels like a secret even though everyone knows about it.
3. Centennial Park
580 hectares of open grassland, lakes, and cycling paths in the heart of the eastern suburbs. Pack a big group, hire bikes, and make a day of it.
Melbourne
4. Fitzroy Gardens
Formal English gardens five minutes from the CBD — quiet, beautiful, and a world away from the city buzz. Grab a coffee from Carlton first and you're set.
5. Studley Park, Kew
Along the Yarra River, Studley Park feels genuinely wild for somewhere so close to the city. Hire a rowboat, find a grassy spot above the river, and settle in for a few hours.
Brisbane & Queensland
6. South Bank Parklands, Brisbane
Purpose-built for outdoor living — river views, free BBQs, the Streets Beach lagoon, and manicured lawns. Works year-round and is always buzzing on weekends.
7. Noosa Main Beach Foreshore
The grassy reserve behind Noosa's Main Beach is one of the most relaxed spots in Queensland. Calm water, good coffee nearby, and a national park ten minutes away if you fancy a walk.
South Australia
8. Botanic Park, Adelaide
Sitting alongside Adelaide Oval and the Botanic Gardens, this wide-open park is home to WOMADelaide every March. Brilliant for big groups and very dog-friendly.
Western Australia
9. Kings Park, Perth
One of the largest inner-city parks in the world, with sweeping views of the Perth CBD and the Swan River. The wildflower season in spring is particularly special.
10. Cottesloe Beach
Perth's most-loved beach — brilliant blue water, a grassy slope down to the sand, and the iconic Indiana Tea House as a backdrop. Arrive in the evening for a sundowner picnic.
What to Pack for the Perfect Australian Picnic
- A quality XL picnic blanket (see our full range)
- A cooler bag with an ice pack
- Reusable cups and plates
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat
- A light layer for the evening — it can cool down quickly
- A rubbish bag (leave it better than you found it)
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