Top things to do in Ascot Vale

Ascot Vale is a lively inner city suburb, just 6 kms from the Melbourne CBD. It has gone through quite a gentrification phase and showing signs of becoming an affluent area.

Here is a list of things to do, but in no particular order:

Tickity Boo

Tickity Boo is a unique kid play centre in Melbourne, Providing best birthday party or private function with a memorable experience. A real fun filled environment for children and families.

Victory Park

A beautiful reserve that has a fantastic playground. The timber structures features multiple towers, bridges, rock climbing, monkey bars, swings and plenty of slides. There are undercover tables and BBQs, toilets and water tap. There is a kiosk available at the Ascot Vale Sports & Fitness venue next door.

Union Road

With more than 100 stores along Union Road, stretching from Athol Street to Geddes Street and including businesses in Maribyrnong Road, it is one of the most vibrant ‘street shopping centres’ in the area.

No. 19 Cafe / Old Man Drew

For coffee lovers or those who love catching up for breakfast, Ascot Vale never fails. Venues like 19 Cafe & Old Man Drew or very popular places to chill and relax with friends. Most of these places shit at 4pm, so make sure you get down for a late breakfast or late lunch.

Union Hotel

This laid-back hotel features a sprawling pub with TV sports telecast from all around the world. The outdoor beer garden gets very busy at night while they hold regular live music. If you are looking for a fun night, this place will not disappoint.

Two Shoes Dance Academy

Two Shoes Dance Academy offers a boutique dance experience with high quality instruction. Boys and girls wanting to learn the art of dance, this place is a friendly loving environment that will entertain your little ones for hours.

Ascot Vale Leisure Centre

Ascot Vale Leisure Centre is a lifestyle gym and indoor swimming pool venue. There are over 100 group fitness classes to choose from! The newly developed 25m pool is also a great new edition to the centre. It’s a popular place to keep fit and healthy. They also hold fun pool parties and much more.

Walter Reserve

This much loved outdoor reserve surrounded by beautiful native trees and shrubs. It really makes you forget that Ascot Vale is an inner city suburb. Home to many sports such as Australian rules football and cricket, there is always plenty of activity at Walter Reserve. If you want to slow down, set up a picnic and enjoy the natural environment.

Melbourne Social Netball

This netball venue offers newly resurfaced netball courts. Located in a picturesque setting along the tranquil Maribyrnong River, it’s quite a hidden gem. Offering a range of services and facilities for your enjoyment including a bar and restaurant for all players to enjoy, it’s a great place to get connected with locals.

Riverside Golf

Managed by Moonee Valley City Council, you have not only an outstanding gold course, you also have popular tennis courts to play on. The 2561m Par 34, nine hole public golf course is situated alongside the beautiful Maribyrnong River.

Top things to do in Ascot Vale