Werribee Park is a large heritage estate west of Melbourne, with formal gardens, lawns, sculpture, and the Italianate Werribee Mansion at its centre. The grounds were once part of a pastoral estate and now form a cluster of visitor attractions, including the mansion, gardens, and nearby Werribee Open Range Zoo.
It is a practical day trip if you want a mix of gardens, architecture, and family-friendly stops without staying in the city centre. The park is spread out, so allow time for walking between the mansion precinct and other nearby attractions.