The Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, a haven of greenery in the heart of Melbourne, are ideal for long walks with the family, picnics with friends and morning jogs. A magnificent lake rounds off this landscaped park. Open-air cinema shows in summertime. The Shrine of Remembrance memorial, a tribute to the soldiers of Victoria who served during World War I and all subsequent wars, stands on St Kilda Road, not far from the gardens.