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Morning light at the park

Start your morning with a quiet walk and a fresh coffee before the city wakes up fully.

Best time: noneAbout 75 min

Timeline

  1. 08:00

    Genovese Coffee

    Pick up a coffee from Genovese Coffee. It opens at 08:00 on weekdays and 09:00 on weekends, making it the perfect early start. The walk from Loreto John York Park is just 3 minutes.

  2. 08:10

    Loreto John York Park

    Head to Loreto John York Park. Use the playground to let off steam or simply sit by the accessible water fountain while the morning light hits the park. It is free and open all day.

  3. 08:40

    CERES Community Environment Park

    Walk 18 minutes southeast to CERES Community Environment Park. Explore this hub for community-based learning and environmental action. It is a spacious green space ideal for a longer stroll or to read up on local initiatives.

Local tip

CERES is a large area. If you want to stay within walking distance of your start point, you could skip the park and instead visit Allard Park, which is only 6 minutes away from Loreto John York Park.

Check before you go

  • Genovese Coffee is closed on Sundays. If you are visiting on a weekend, arrive after 09:00.

Worth knowing

  • Genovese Coffee is open at 08:00 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr

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