Melbourne, Australia: Fitzroy Gardens

Every big city probably has some sort of public gardens, and Melbourne has a contribution to the list that is a good one. The Fitzroy Gardens are located near the Central Business District, and offer a variety of treats for visitors on a pleasant spring day. Melbourne is considered the Garden City of Australia. Then again, you have to remember that the rest of the continent is very hot and doesn't receive much rain - so competition isn't too tough. 

The city decided in 1848 that the area should have a public spot to serve as a respite from its hustle and bustle, relatively speaking, and a governor of New South Wales was honored with the name. The place is home to some wildlife, which also serves as an attraction. Trees probably are a highlight of the park. 

Cooks' Cottage (also known as Captain Cook's cottage) might be the obvious starting point as an attraction. Shown here, it was the home of the parents of explorer James Cook in 1755. The building was first place in Great Ayton but was moved to its present location in 1934. The question now is - did Captain Cook ever live there? The best guess is no - but he probably was known to drop by and say hello to the folks.