Pet-Friendly Clifton Hill (2026) — Dog Parks, Cafes & Vets

Pet-Friendly Guide to Clifton Hill (2026)

Clifton Hill has 17 parks — most with designated off-leash areas.

Parks for Dogs

• Edinburgh Gardens — check council signage for off-leash hours
• Darling Gardens — check council signage for off-leash hours
• Mayors Park — check council signage for off-leash hours
• Quarries Park — check council signage for off-leash hours
• Ramsden Street Reserve — check council signage for off-leash hours
• Edwardes Place — check council signage for off-leash hours
• Oldis Gardens — check council signage for off-leash hours
• Coulson Reserve — check council signage for off-leash hours

Off-Leash Rules

Melbourne councils typically allow off-leash exercise:

• Before 9am and after 5pm in most parks
• Some parks are 24/7 off-leash — check council website
• Dogs must be on-leash within 50m of playgrounds
• Always carry bags and clean up

Pet-Friendly Cafes

Many Melbourne cafes welcome dogs at outdoor tables. In Clifton Hill, check:

• Mitte — 76 Michael Street (call to confirm pet policy)
• Cavallini — 354 Queens Parade (call to confirm pet policy)

Related Guides

• Best Restaurants in Clifton Hill
• Best Cafes in Clifton Hill
• Best Bars in Clifton Hill
• Cost of Living in Clifton Hill
• Clifton Hill Neighbourhood Guide
• Family Guide to Clifton Hill
• Is Clifton Hill Safe?
• Clifton Hill Transport Guide

Last updated: March 2026. This guide is refreshed when OpenStreetMap data changes — new openings, closures and corrections are reflected automatically. Found something wrong? Let us know.

Sources

• OpenStreetMap Contributors — openstreetmap.org — accessed March 2026
• ABS Census 2021 — abs.gov.au/census
• REIV Quarterly Median Prices — reiv.com.au