11 Destinations Making Travel Easier for Every Body (Beyond Basic Ramps)

7. Melbourne, Australia: Beaches, Parks, and Public Spirit

Melbourne has turned inclusivity into a public good. The city’s accessible beaches feature beach matting and floating wheelchairs, while its sprawling parklands include paths designed for all abilities. Public libraries provide screen readers and quiet rooms. Many restaurants and shops display stickers confirming wheelchair access and service-animal acceptance. The spirit of accessibility lives in both infrastructure and attitude—and it’s changing how locals and visitors move through space, together.