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Western suburbs sensory-friendly spaces
A calm, magazine-style shortlist for families who need quieter, softer, less busy options - plus a map to see what’s nearby.
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Coronet Park
Noise 2/10Light 4/10Crowd 5/10
Families save Coronet Park because it can feel calmer on the ears - with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.
Newport Lakes Reserve
Noise 2/10Light 4/10Crowd 5/10
Families save Newport Lakes Reserve because it can feel calmer on the ears — with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.
Coburg Lake Reserve
Noise 2/10Light 4/10Crowd 5/10
Families save Coburg Lake Reserve because it can feel calmer on the ears — with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.
St Vincent Gardens
Noise 2/10Light 4/10Crowd 5/10
Families save St Vincent Gardens because it can feel calmer on the ears — with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.
Queens Park
Noise 2/10Light 4/10Crowd 5/10
Families save Queens Park because it can feel calmer on the ears - with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.
Treasury Gardens
Noise 2/10Light 4/10Crowd 5/10
Families save Treasury Gardens because it can feel calmer on the ears - with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.
The Atrium
Noise 4/10Light 2/10Crowd 5/10
Families save The Atrium because lighting tends to be gentler - with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.
Birrarung Marr Playground
Noise 4/10Light 3/10Crowd 4/10
Families save Birrarung Marr Playground because lighting tends to be gentler — with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.
Halcyon Days
Noise 3/10Light 5/10Crowd 5/10
Families save Halcyon Days because it can feel calmer on the ears — with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.
Southbank Boulevard Play Space
Noise 4/10Light 2/10Crowd 5/10
Families save Southbank Boulevard Play Space because lighting tends to be gentler - with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.
Freyja
Noise 2/10Light 6/10Crowd 4/10
Families often save this spot because it can feel more manageable — fewer sensory surprises, and easier transitions for little nervous systems.
Flagstaff Gardens
Noise 2/10Light 5/10Crowd 6/10
Families save Flagstaff Gardens because it can feel calmer on the ears — with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.
Alexandra Gardens
Noise 1/10Light 4/10Crowd 5/10
Families save Alexandra Gardens because it can feel calmer on the ears - with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.
Lincoln Square South Playground
Noise 3/10Light 5/10Crowd 5/10
Families save Lincoln Square South Playground because it can feel calmer on the ears — with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.
Cheeky Chewies Cafe
Noise 3/10Light 5/10Crowd 5/10
Families save Cheeky Chewies Cafe because it can feel calmer on the ears — with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.
Atria
Noise 3/10Light 5/10Crowd 5/10
Families save Atria because it can feel calmer on the ears - with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.
Middle Child
Noise 3/10Light 5/10Crowd 5/10
Families save Middle Child because it can feel calmer on the ears — with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.
Mama Bear Cafe
Noise 3/10Light 5/10Crowd 5/10
Families save Mama Bear Cafe because it can feel calmer on the ears — with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.