Families taking a trip to Melbourne will find a lively dynamic city with plenty to see, do and enjoy, from its brilliant festivals to local delicacies. It can be a long flight to Australia, but there are direct routes to Melbourne available and once there, there's so much to do. There are outdoor attractions that will wear the kids out and wildlife parks where they can make new friends with weird and strange animals. Australians love life in the sun and Melbourne is no different offering lots of great adventures for kids to try in the fresh air.
Wonderland Fun Park
The Wonderland Fun Park is an action packed day out with the kids in the heart of the Harbour Town district. The excitement includes dodgems, roller coaster rides, a carousel and the Jurassic Adventure and Crazy Wave rides. The Wonderland Park is a reasonably priced day out with heaps of things to do for all ages.
Artplay
Artplay in the centre of Melbourne provides a wonderful couple of hours entertainment for the budding artists in the family. This is a supportive venture where kids and parents together learn all about painting, performance and creativity in a completely interactive and playful environment.
Polly Woodside Tall Ship
The Polly Woodside in Southbank is an interactive marine exploration where kids can clamber over an old tall ship and meet the sailors that crew her. This ship that dates from 1885 provides the perfect place for enthusiastic and adventurous children to discover a new world of their own. Kids get to try out life below decks, working the ropes and experiencing the thrill of sailing in the motion room.
Galactic Circus
The Galactic Circus in the middle of town is Australia’s largest indoor entertainment centre and a great option on a rainy, damp day. Full of games and pastimes to keep little minds busy with old favourites like laser battles, bowling alleys, hi-tech machines, simulation rides and arcade game classics.
Federation Square
The Feds Square in central Melbourne is a popular location, especially during the summer months for events and festivals. There are lots of tasty snack bars, diners and coffee shops where the family can grab a bite to eat. Here you will also find the Australian Centre for Moving Images, the Commercial Galleries Association and the Ian Potter Centre, which explores contemporary Australian artworks.


