Positioned for ultimate convenience, the Airport Tourist Village Melbourne in Attwood is the closest caravan park to Melbourne’s Tullamarine Airport, making it the undisputed choice for travelling nomads. This park is an absolute lifesaver for those with early morning departures or late-night arrivals, eliminating the stress of a long drive before or after a flight. It serves as the perfect start or end point for any Victorian road trip adventure. Beyond its airport proximity, the village offers a surprisingly quiet and leafy setting, providing a comfortable and secure environment to rest and recharge. Its strategic location offers excellent access to major highways, including the M80 Ring Road and the Tullamarine Freeway, putting Melbourne’s CBD, regional attractions, and the Spirit of Tasmania terminal within easy reach.
The park caters to a full range of vehicles, from large motorhomes and caravans to compact campervans, with a variety of powered sites on offer. The layout is practical, with sealed roads and well-maintained sites ensuring easy access. Guests can take advantage of a solid range of facilities designed for a hassle-free stay. These include a camp kitchen, clean amenities blocks with hot showers, laundry facilities, and a dump point for sullage. For recreation, there’s an in-ground swimming pool, perfect for a refreshing dip on a warm day, and a children’s playground. The park’s proximity to suburban hubs means supplies are never far away, with major shopping centres just a short drive from the entrance. For travellers needing a practical, no-fuss base near the airport or a convenient spot to explore Melbourne without being in the city’s hustle and bustle, the Airport Tourist Village provides an unbeatable and value-for-money option.
Airport Tourist Village Melbourne – VIC Location Map
Airport Tourist Village Melbourne
- Address: 37 Ardlie St, Attwood VIC 3049
- Website: atvm.com.au
- GPS Coordinates: -37.67297, 144.8867
Site Features & Amenities
- Location: Attwood, Victoria. Adjacent to Melbourne Airport.
- Site Suitable For: Caravans, Motorhomes, Campervans, Fifth Wheelers.
- Road Access: Sealed roads throughout the park.
- Site Surface: Grass, gravel, and slab sites available.
- Camping Permitted: Yes, on designated powered sites.
- Powered Sites: Yes, a range of powered sites are available.
- Un-powered Sites: Limited availability; confirm with park management.
- Picnic Tables: Yes, in communal and BBQ areas.
- Potable Water: Yes, available to sites.
- Mobile Phone Coverage: Excellent coverage for all major networks.
- TV Reception: Excellent digital TV reception.
- BBQ’s: Yes, gas BBQs available for guest use.
- Onsite Public Toilets: Yes, including showers and laundry facilities.
- Sullage: On-site dump point is available.
- Rubbish Bins: Yes, located throughout the park.
- Open Fires: Strictly not permitted.
- Generator Use: Not permitted.
- Number of Sites Available: Contact the park directly for bookings and availability.
- Essentials to Bring: Drinking water hose, 15-amp power lead, levelling blocks.
- Pet Friendly: Yes, pets are permitted on sites by prior arrangement. Conditions apply.
- Fishing: Fishing opportunities at nearby water bodies like Greenvale Reservoir or Maribyrnong River (driving distance).
- Short Walks: Adjacent to Woodlands Historic Park and Gellibrand Hill Summit Walk.
Local Amenities
- Pubs:
- Westmeadows Tavern (approx. 2.5 km)
- Gladstone Park Hotel (approx. 4 km)
- Roxburgh Park Hotel (approx. 7 km)
- Places to Eat:
- Westmeadows Shopping Village cafes and takeaways (approx. 2.5 km)
- Gladstone Park Shopping Centre food court and restaurants (approx. 4 km)
- Broadmeadows Central Shopping Centre (approx. 6 km)
- Local Attractions:
- Woodlands Historic Park & Living Legends (approx. 3 km)
- Organ Pipes National Park (approx. 9 km)
- URBNSURF Melbourne (approx. 4 km)
- DFO Essendon (approx. 10 km)
- Nearest Caravan Parks:
- BIG4 Melbourne Holiday Park (approx. 15 km)
- Discovery Parks – Melbourne (Braybrook) (approx. 17 km)
- Next Free Camps:
- No free camps in metropolitan Melbourne. Nearest options are well over an hour’s drive away (e.g., Lerderderg State Park).
- Nearest Dump Points:
- On-site dump point available for guests.
- Calder Park BP Truckstop (Public Dump Point) (approx. 15 km)
- Nearest Petrol Station:
- BP and other service stations on Mickleham Road (approx. 2 km).
- Drinking Water Resupply:
- Available on-site for guests.
- Nearest Public Toilets:
- Available on-site for guests.
- Public toilets at nearby shopping centres and parks.
Seasonal Weather Forecast
- Summer (December – February): Generally warm to hot, with average temperatures from 16 – 27°C. Prone to heatwaves and cooling southerly changes.
- Autumn (March – May): Typically calm, sunny, and mild. Considered one of the most pleasant times to visit. Average temperatures between 12 – 22°C.
- Winter (June – August): Cool and often cloudy with periods of rain. Average temperatures from 7 – 15°C. Frosts are possible but rare.
- Spring (September – November): Known for variable weather (“four seasons in one day”). Can be windy, showery, or brilliantly sunny. Average temperatures from 10 – 20°C.
