100 Free Water Play Spaces in Melbourne and Regional VictoriaWhen the weather warms up it's nice to be able to cool off in a free water play park. Councils have created many water play areas next to playgrounds over the last few years. If you've searched for 'free water play parks(03)
100 Free Water Play Spaces in Melbourne and Regional Victoria
19 Best Places for Families to Go During Hot Weather in MelbourneDuring summer Melbourne can sizzle and we've created a list of the best places and activities for families during hot weather. It's not necessary to trek to Chadstone shopping centre with another million people to find s(03)
19 Best Places for Families to Go During Hot Weather in Melbourne
23 Best Places to See Autumn Leaves in MelbourneMelbourne's parks, gardens and streets explode with colours during the autumn period. European deciduous trees such as Elm, Ash and Maple display stunning orange, yellow and red autumn colours.
The autumn season in M(03)
Comparison of Theme Parks in MelbourneMelbourne and Geelong have a number of Theme Parks which offer a range of rides and activities. We have reviewed and compared each one to determine the overall winner and also which one is most suitable for a range of si(03)
Easter / Autumn School Holiday Guide for Melbourne FamiliesWhether you like to visit a theme park, take a day trip, go for a walk along the beach, get out of a maze, play 18 holes at a mini golf course, visit a museum, jump around at a trampoline centre, visit the centre of Melb(03)
Easter / Autumn School Holiday Guide for Melbourne Families
Free Christmas Events and Activities in Melbourne 2023Christmas doesn't have to be a time where there is a constant waterfall of money running out of your wallet. There are many FREE events across Melbourne to celebrate the festive season which cater for all ages.
Here i(03)
Free Christmas Events and Activities in Melbourne 2023
Locations for Pick Your Own Fruit Farms in Melbourne and VictoriaThere are a large number of places to pick your own fruit around Melbourne and across Victoria. There is a wide variety of fruit you can pick including blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, sweet and sour cherries, boy(03)
Locations for Pick Your Own Fruit Farms in Melbourne and Victoria
Spring School Holiday Guide for Melbourne FamiliesWhether you like to take a day trip, get out of a maze, go for a walk along the beach, conquer a mini golf course, jump around at a trampoline centre, visit the centre of Melbourne, swim, ride a water slide, visit a muse(03)
Spring School Holiday Guide for Melbourne Families
Summer School Holiday Guide for Melbourne FamiliesWhether you like to splash at a beach, play at a theme park, take a day trip, go for a walk, get out of a maze, play 18 holes at a mini golf course, visit a museum, jump around at a trampoline centre, visit the centre of(03)
Summer School Holiday Guide for Melbourne Families
The Best Christmas Lights around Melbourne 2023Christmas is a special time of the year when Mum slaves over a hot oven in sweltering heat to produce a plump roast turkey and a table laden with delicious accompaniments. It is also the time when generous souls risk lif(03)
The Best Christmas Streets in MelbourneStreets packed with houses with Christmas lights provide great value when searching for Christmas displays. We've put together a list of the best places where a wander down the street provides an enchanting experience.
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Winter Light Festivals in Melbourne and Regional VictoriaThe dark winter nights across Melbourne and regional Victoria are being beautifully illuminated by a growing number of winter light festivals. Pack some warm clothes and head off to these gorgeous winter light festivals (03)
Winter Light Festivals in Melbourne and Regional Victoria
Winter School Holiday Guide for Melbourne FamiliesWhether you like to get out of a maze, visit a museum, take a day trip, go for a walk along the beach, play 18 holes at a mini golf course, jump around at a trampoline centre, visit the centre of Melbourne, swim, visit a(03)
Winter School Holiday Guide for Melbourne Families
100 Activities for Teenagers in MelbourneHow do you get teenagers off electronics? We're not magicians but we've given it a damn good try with our blog. It can be difficult to wrench teenagers away from their devices and motivate them to do something different (03)
14 Best Places to See Autumn Leaves in VictoriaAutumn is a glorious time to explore regional Victoria to check out places with beautiful autumn leaves. During the months of March, April and May the vibrant autumn foliage transforms country towns into a breathtaking s(03)
15 Most Popular Playgrounds in MelbourneWe have reviews of more than 5,500 playgrounds across Melbourne and Victoria.
The most popular playgrounds receive many thousands of views by visitors to our website.
We have analysed the number of views over a th(03)
150 Best Things to Do on the Mornington Peninsula With KidsThe Mornington Peninsula, which is just 90 minutes from Melbourne, is one of the most popular destinations for families with year round activities, lovely beaches and water activities, lots of accommodation options, fami(03)
150 Best Things to Do on the Mornington Peninsula With Kids
18 Free School Holiday Activities for Families in MelbourneThe winter school holidays run from Saturday 24 June to Sunday 9 July 2023. The City of Melbourne offers a wide range of free events and activities for families over this period.
Be aware that there are major disrupt(03)
18 Free School Holiday Activities for Families in Melbourne
200 Things for Families and Kids to do in MelbourneMelbourne is a wonderful city for kids and families because there are so many activities, attractions and events for kids. We have combed the Melbourne Playgrounds site and have listed more than 200 ideas for things to d(03)
200 Things for Families and Kids to do in Melbourne
43 Playgrounds With On-Site CafesHaving a cafe at a playground or very close by is heaven for parents. Here are playgrounds where you can get a caffeine fix or enjoy a snack while the kids play.
This list excludes restaurants, cafes and hotels which(03)
Best Family Activities in GeelongGeelong, Victoria's second largest city, has lots of things to do for families and kids. It's located just an hour down the highway from Melbourne which makes it an ideal location for a day or short-break visit. It is al(03)
Best Sculpture Parks and Walks in MelbourneMelbourne has a range of spectacular sculpture parks and trails to experience. The incorporation of giant artworks into the landscape is wondrous.
Most of the sculpture parks have free entrance. The only exceptions, w(03)
Guide to Horse Trail Rides in Melbourne and VictoriaHorse trail rides provide the opportunity for some adventure amidst some amazing scenery. The following places offer trail rides and trail riding trips including the provision of horses in Melbourne and regional Victoria(03)
Guide to Horse Trail Rides in Melbourne and Victoria
Guide to Melbourne School Holiday Programs, Workshops, Clinics and CampsSchool holidays can be an ideal time to try a new sport or activity or build on your existing skills. There are many businesses which run regular school holiday programs, workshops, clinics and camps in the Melbourne are(03)
Guide to Melbourne School Holiday Programs, Workshops, Clinics and Camps
Guide to Swimming Lessons in MelbourneThere are many reasons why swimming lessons are important, for both children and adults. In Australia, where water activities are a core component of summer, it is important that each people has the ability to navigate t(03)
Guide to the Best Playgrounds for a Kids Birthday Party in MelbournePlaygrounds and parks are very popular places for holding birthday parties and extended family gatherings. Fine weather definitely helps and we can't guarantee blue skies but we can help you find a place with suitable fa(03)
Guide to the Best Playgrounds for a Kids Birthday Party in Melbourne
List of Swimming Waterholes in VictoriaLooking for a swimming location which is a more adventurous and exciting than a swimming pool or beach? Victoria has a range of great fresh water swimming holes which are free to access.
We have compiled a list of na(03)
Melbourne's Best Easter Egg Hunts 2023Hop into Easter with an Easter egg hunt which is a fun and yummy highlight of the Easter period. There are many fun egg hunts across Melbourne and we have compiled a list of all of them including location, when they take(03)
Rainy Day Indoor Activities for Kids in MelbourneThe dams are filling up and Melbourne's weather has had a few wet turns. This has prompted a few Melbourne Playgrounds users to enquire about wet weather options. When the weather turns nasty we can offer a myriad of act(03)
Restaurants / Cafes / Hotels with PlaygroundsSometimes it is nice to let the kids run riot in a playground area while you relax at a cafe or restaurant. We have trawled through Melbourne's myriad of cafes and restaurants to find these kid friendly restaurants/cafes(03)
The Best Places to See Canola Fields in VictoriaCanola is an oilseed crop which is a variant of the ancient crop rapeseed. It was created through plant crossbreeding by scientists in Canada who developed an edible version of the rapeseed plant, which has toxic compoun(03)
Top 20 Activities for Kids in Central MelbourneCentral Melbourne is a great place for kids and families, whether you are a first time visitor to our marvellous city or a long term resident.
There is free transport on trams within the central area and all these att(03)
Why are Metal Slides Being Increasingly Installed in Playgrounds?One of the most common complaints by parents about playgrounds is the increasing use of metal slides by councils.
There are a number of valid reasons why metal slides are preferred over plastic slides including:
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Why are Metal Slides Being Increasingly Installed in Playgrounds?
Ninja Activities in MelbourneHave you seen Australian Ninja Warrior on TV and thought I can get to the top of Mount Midoriyama. Melbourne has an ever increasing number of places where you can prepare to be capable of ascending to the heights of War(03)
100 Victorian Waterfalls Accessible by a TrackWe've put together a list of more than 100 waterfalls in Victoria which are accessible by a track. A summary of each waterfall includes a description of the type and size of the waterfall, distance from Melbourne, best t(03)
Guide to Boat Tours and Cruises in Melbourne and Regional VictoriaThere are a wide range of scenic and wildlife sightseeing boat tours and cruises available in Melbourne and regional Victoria. We have compiled an extensive list of tours with a summary of the experiences offered and pri(03)
Guide to Boat Tours and Cruises in Melbourne and Regional Victoria
100 Play Centres in Melbourne and GeelongLooking for an Indoor Play Centre in Melbourne? The following list contains more than 100 play centres and indoor playgrounds with key information such as the address, opening times and admission and activity costs with (03)
13 Best Play Centres for Toddlers and Babies in MelbournePlay centres are a great option for a kid friendly activity when the weather is not playing ball in Melbourne.
However, mixing with bigger, more boisterous kids can be intimidating for younger children and not all pla(03)
13 Best Play Centres for Toddlers and Babies in Melbourne
18 Top Family-Friendly Activities in WyndhamWyndham, in the west of Melbourne includes the suburbs of Werribee, Werribee South, Hoppers Crossing, Point Cook, Wyndham Vale, Tarneit and Truganina. It is a very fast growing area which means that infrastructure for fa(03)
Best Indoor Climbing Centres for Kids in MelbourneIndoor climbing is an exciting activity for kids, especially when the weather is bad and outside activities are limited. The climbing walls are colourful with varied challenges. Modern belaying systems mean that kids can(03)
Best Indoor Climbing Centres for Kids in Melbourne
Bike Tracks and Traffic Schools for Younger Riders in MelbourneThere are a number of places in Melbourne where younger kids can practice their bike riding skills and even learn the basics of the road safety rules. Some of the places are free to use while others need to be booked and(03)
Bike Tracks and Traffic Schools for Younger Riders in Melbourne
Comparison of Victoria's Snow ResortsThe official snow season in Victoria is from the Queen's Birthday weekend through to the first Sunday in October.
Victoria has five major alpine resorts you can choose from, Mt Buller, Mt Hotham, Falls Creek, Mt Baw (03)
Guide to Boat, Jetski, Kayak, Canoe and SUP Hire in Melbourne and Regional VictoriaEveryone can enjoy the waterways of Melbourne and regional Victoria by hiring a watercraft such as a boat for sight-seeing or fishing, kayaks and canoes for some paddling adventures or a jetski for adrenaline filled acti(03)
Guide to Boat, Jetski, Kayak, Canoe and SUP Hire in Melbourne and Regional Victoria
Guide to Smash Rooms in MelbourneSmash Rooms are a place where you can go to smash things in a safe and fun environment. They are particularly great when you have some pent up frustration to release. Maybe the experience can be used as a cheap and fun f(03)
List of Pump Tracks in Melbourne and VictoriaA pump track is a circuit of rollers, banked turns and features designed to be ridden using a "pumping" motion - generating momentum by up and down body movements, instead of pedalling.
Pump tracks can be built from d(03)
List of Roller Skating and Ice Skating Rinks in Melbourne and VictoriaRoller skating or roller blading is something old with a new twist and is lots of fun for the whole family.
Roller skating rinks in Melbourne and Geelong are:
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List of Roller Skating and Ice Skating Rinks in Melbourne and Victoria
Location of All Toy Libraries in MelbourneA toy library is a place where parents or carers can regularly borrow toys, puzzles and games for recreational and educational purposes. Toy libraries aim to support families and encourage them to spend time playing with(03)
Location of Free Storytime Sessions in MelbourneIt's never too early to introduce your child to the magic of language and literature through storytimes at your library. Sessions are tailored to suit different age groups and include stories, songs, rhymes, puppets, act(03)
Silo Art Locations in Victoria with MapSilo art is the country's biggest outdoor gallery. Journey through regional Victoria and celebrate the stories of the regions which are told with giant works of art on wheat silos transformed by renowned Australian and i(03)
The Best Dog Friendly Walks in MelbourneAustralia has one of the highest household rates of pet ownership in the world with almost two in five households owning a dog. Dogs love to get outdoors and Melbourne dog owners are very fortunate to have a huge range o(03)
The Best Playgrounds in Clyde NorthClyde North currently has more than 30 playgrounds and with housing estates in the area battling each other to outdo each other, a trip to the suburb for a playground adventure will be rewarded.
Clyde North is also t(03)
The Most Exciting Kids Activities in MelbourneThe kids may not yet be ready for skydiving or bungee jumping but there are plenty of exciting and adventurous kids activities in Melbourne which will get the heart rate pumping and the adrenaline racing of any child. Ma(03)
Thriving During Lockdown 6Let's be thankful for small mercies because the lockdown restrictions at the moment are less than last year. Even so, it might be easier to find hens teeth than family activities over the coming weeks unless you make use(03)
Top 10 Family Aquatic Centres in MelbourneWe have reviewed all the best Aquatic Centres in Melbourne and Geelong which have special facilities such as water slides, wave pools and water adventure playgrounds and arrived at the top ten below. Click on the link to(03)
Guide to Finding Music Lessons and Activities in MelbourneWhether you want to introduce your toddler to the joys of music, learn to sing or play a musical instrument or perform in a band, choir or orchestra, Melbourne has plenty to offer. This guide lists places where music can(03)
Guide to Finding Music Lessons and Activities in Melbourne
14 Best Outdoor Cinemas in MelbourneOne of the best ways to enjoy Melbourne's lovely summer evenings is to watch a film at one of the outdoor cinemas which pop-up at this time of the year. Bring along a comfortable chair to relax in or a picnic rug to sit (03)
430 Playgrounds with ShadeA shaded playground in summer can be harder to find than hen's teeth. Luckily Melbourne Playgrounds is very adept at find finding hen's teeth - in fact we have a fabulous collection at home.
Search for Shaded Playgr(03)
Epic Playgrounds Built During LockdownWe may have been kept to our homes or within a short distance of home for most of the lockdown period. However, the construction industry has kept working except for an occasional spat with Dan and this has resulted in s(03)
Guide to Golf Simulator Centres in MelbourneGolf Simulator Centres have some great advantages. You can play golf at any time of the year without worrying about the weather - it may be raining, sweltering or frigid outside but the conditions inside the centre will (03)
Guide to the Best National, Regional, Historic and Coastal Parks to Visit in Melbourne and VictoriaThe Melbourne area and country regions of Victoria have many wonderful parks which combine iconic Australian flora and fauna with recreational activities such as walking, picnicking, camping, swimming, boating, canoeing,(03)
Guide to the Best National, Regional, Historic and Coastal Parks to Visit in Melbourne and Victoria
High Ropes Courses in Melbourne and VictoriaWhether its a ropes obstacle course set high in the treetops or a multi-level indoor course, high ropes courses offer unrivalled excitement coupled with mental and physical challenges. If you are up for it, we've compile(03)
List of Public Swimming Pools in Melbourne and VictoriaAll public swimming pools in Melbourne, Geelong and Victoria are listed below. Click on a link to find more information such as a description of the facilities, opening hours, prices, address and contact details.
Ther(03)
List of Public Swimming Pools in Melbourne and Victoria
The Best Family Activities in the Dandenong RangesThe Dandenong Ranges are close, approximately one hour, from central Melbourne and have a wide range of iconic, nature, adventure, cultural and recreation family activities. There are attractions in all seasons of the ye(03)
The Best Family Activities in the Dandenong Ranges
The Best Family Walks in MelbourneMelbourne has a wide range of family walks which cover art trails, bayside views, rainforests, huge Botanic Gardens, creeks, rivers and flora and fauna. Many of the longer walks can easily be broken up into smaller secti(03)
The Best Playgrounds in Mount Duneed and Armstrong CreekThe Mount Duneed and Armstrong Creek area of Geelong has become the location for one epic playground after another. A trip to this part of Geelong will be rewarded by anyone seeking great playgrounds. Click on the links (03)
The Best Playgrounds in Mount Duneed and Armstrong Creek
Victorian Waterfalls With Wheelchair AccessVictoria has many beautiful waterfalls, some of which are accessible to wheelchair users. We have created a list of waterfalls can be accessed by a person in a wheelchair. The best time to visit Victoria's waterfalls is (03)
Go Kart Tracks and Activities in Melbourne and VictoriaThere are a range of indoor and outdoor go kart tracks across Melbourne. Generally you can turn up and drive some laps and they are also great places for birthday parties or an office party. There's no better feeling tha(03)
Go Kart Tracks and Activities in Melbourne and Victoria
Mountain Bike (MTB) Parks in Melbourne and VictoriaThere are a number of world class mountain bike parks across Victoria. Whatever your skill level or preferred discipline - downhill, all mountain or cross country, there is a great mountain bike park or area of trails to(03)
Mountain Bike (MTB) Parks in Melbourne and Victoria
The Best Family Friendly Places to Eat in Melbourne's EastIf you are looking for a family friendly cafe or kid friendly restaurant, in fact any kid friendly eats in Melbourne, our list will help you find a suitable place anywhere in Melbourne's East. We've got a combination of (03)
The Best Family Friendly Places to Eat in Melbourne's East
Melbournes World of Aquatic Centres and Swimming PoolsDive up to the To Do menu and select Water for the most comprehensive listing available of Aquatic Centres and Swim Schools in and around Melbourne.
We have completed the "Investigation 101" course at the Sherlock Hol(03)
Melbournes World of Aquatic Centres and Swimming Pools
The Best Christmas Lights in the Mornington Peninsula Area 2023The best areas to find Christmas lights in the Mornington Peninsula area is around Frankston and the northern part around Cranbourne. The best locations are:
Botanic Ridge
13 Carissa Drive, Botanic Ridge (lights, cha(03)
The Best Christmas Lights in the Mornington Peninsula Area 2023
The Best Christmas Lights in the North West of Melbourne 2023The north west of Melbourne which includes the suburbs of Bacchus Marsh, Brookfield, Burnside, Cairnlea, Caroline Springs, Diggers Rest, Gisborne, Greenvale, Hillside, Kealba, Keilor, Keilor Downs, Keilor Lodge, Keilor P(03)
The Best Christmas Lights in the North West of Melbourne 2023
The Best Christmas Lights in the Outer East of Melbourne 2023The outer east of Melbourne which includes the suburbs of Narre Warren, Narre Warren South, Beaconsfield, Officer and Pakenham has many great locations for Christmas lights with Pakenham being a particularly lovely area.(03)
The Best Christmas Lights in the Outer East of Melbourne 2023
The Best Christmas Lights in the Outer North of Melbourne 2023The outer north of Melbourne which includes the suburbs of Craigieburn, Doreen, Epping, Lalor, Meadow Heights, Mernda, Mill Park, South Morang, Thomastown and Wollert has many great locations for Christmas lights with Do(03)
The Best Christmas Lights in the Outer North of Melbourne 2023
Guide to Climbing Centres in MelbourneIndoor climbing in Melbourne has never been so much fun or colourful as now. As well as the traditional indoor climbing centres with a variety of routes of varying difficulty using rock climbing holds glued to the wall, (03)
Things to Do with Kids in the Western Suburbs of MelbourneThe western suburbs of Melbourne has a wide range of awesome activities for kids and families. There's no reason not to be active in the west. We've taken all the work out of finding things to do for kids and families in(03)
Things to Do with Kids in the Western Suburbs of Melbourne
Top 50 Playgrounds in Melbourne and GeelongWe have reviewed every playground in Melbourne and Geelong and these are the pick of the crop. Click on the link to each playground for more information such as facilities list, full review and location map. Each playgro(03)
Virtual Reality Activities in MelbourneVirtual Reality (VR) locations are starting to increase across Melbourne. Virtual Reality Cinemas provide immersive experiences using VR headsets with 360 degree movement while Interactive VR provides whole body moment f(03)
Comparison of Aquatic Centres in Melbourne and GeelongThe following table is a summary of the admission prices, location and facilities such as water slides and water adventure play areas in every Aquatic Centre in Melbourne and Geelong.
Prices are correct as at November (03)
Comparison of Aquatic Centres in Melbourne and Geelong
The Top Family Activities in the Boroondara Council AreaBoroondara is located in the inner eastern suburbs of Melbourne, between 5 and 10 kilometres east of the Melbourne CBD and includes the suburbs of Ashburton, Balwyn, Balwyn North (part), Camberwell, Canterbury, Deepdene,(03)
The Top Family Activities in the Boroondara Council Area
The Top Family Activities in the Glen Eira Council AreaGlen Eira is located in Melbourne's south-eastern suburbs, about 10 kilometres from the Melbourne CBD. and includes the suburbs of Bentleigh, Bentleigh East, Carnegie, Caulfield, Elsternwick, Gardenvale, Glen Huntly, McK(03)
The Top Family Activities in the Glen Eira Council Area
List of Public Velodromes and Cycling Tracks in Melbourne and VictoriaThere are a number of velodromes and cycling tracks around Melbourne which are open to the public. They are a fun place to have a training ride or a racing battle against friends or family members. These places are also (03)
List of Public Velodromes and Cycling Tracks in Melbourne and Victoria
TRAINS, TRAINs, TRAIns, TRAins, TRains, Trains, trains......All young kids like Thomas and his friends. Melbourne and regional Victoria is bursting to the seams with train related activities.
Our favourite playground with a train theme is Marie Wallace Bayswater Park, Bayswat(03)
The Best Playgrounds in Tarneit and TruganinaTarneit and Truganina, in the west of Melbourne, is a rapidly growing area which has more than 50 playgrounds. New housing estates in this area mean that there are plenty of great playgrounds to explore. Playgrounds in t(03)
96 Free Public Tennis Courts in MelbourneA number of Melbourne councils have provided tennis courts with free public access. These courts generally can not be booked and it is a case of first in, first served. There are more than 90 public tennis court location(03)
Guide to Water Slides in Melbourne and Regional VictoriaThere are a range of great water slides in Melbourne, ranging from exciting monster slides at theme parks to fun frog slides for young kids at some aquatic centres. Finding a suitable water slide can be a minefield with (03)
Guide to Water Slides in Melbourne and Regional Victoria
List of Little Athletics Centres in MelbourneLittle Athletics is an athletics program catering for children from 5 to 15 years. It is based upon track and field sports and includes a wide range of events including running, jumping, throwing and walking with events (03)
The Best Locations for Street Art in MelbourneWander the streets of central Melbourne and you will come across a wide variety of street art. Be on the look out for everything ranging from paste ups to full scale wall murals. The art work is constantly changing and d(03)
19 Dinosaur Activities and Places in MelbourneDinosaurs are often a fascination for kids and we've put together a list of all the places where you can see dinosaurs in Melbourne. They range from playgrounds to dinosaur themed attractions.
Dinosaur Playground, Yar(03)
The Best 30 Picnic Spots in MelbourneMelbourne has some great spots for families to picnic. Despite our fickle weather, there are plenty of opportunities to pack up the blanket, utensils and provisions and head off for a picnic. Locations range from bushlan(03)
The BEST Playground Flying foxes in MelbourneForget those two meter long flying foxes which are present in many playgrounds. We went looking for monsters. We didn't find the Loch Ness monster or even the Cookie Monster but we did manage to find these beauties.
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Animal and Zoo Locations in Melbourne and Victoria for FamiliesMelbourne and Victoria have a range of zoos, children's farms and conservation parks which allow families to experience the wonders of the animal world.
There are three main zoos in and around Melbourne, Melbourne Zoo(03)
Animal and Zoo Locations in Melbourne and Victoria for Families
Guide to Finding Drama and Theatre Activities in MelbourneDo you have a yearning for the stage? For the dramatically inclined, Melbourne has a range of places to learn the crafts of theatre and then to demonstrate and improve your skills.
Even if on-stage singing, acting an(03)
Guide to Finding Drama and Theatre Activities in Melbourne
List of BMX Tracks in Melbourne and VictoriaAll BMX Tracks in Melbourne, Geelong and Victoria are listed below. Click on a BMX Track to find more information such as address, description of the track, rating, YouTube slide show and photos.
BMX Tracks in Melbour(03)
The BEST Playground Slides in MelbourneWhy did the chicken cross the playground? To get to the other slide of course. Kids will be brushing aside all the chickens in the rush to get to these super slides which are sure to get any kid's adrenaline racing. Here(03)
Guide to Finding a Dance Studio in MelbourneThere are a wide range of dance studios in Melbourne offering many styles for budding dancers of any age and experience level. This guide lists each studio with information on dance styles/classes and the age ranges whic(03)
The Best Museums for Families and Kids in MelbourneMuseums don't need to be stuffy and boring. Melbourne has plenty of fun and exciting museums which will educate as well as entertain the whole family. Scienceworks in Spotswood rocks, and not just when Melbourne has an e(03)
The Best Museums for Families and Kids in Melbourne
The Ultimate Guide for Kids Parties in MelbourneYour son or daughter's birthday is fast approaching and the anxiety level is increasing ... Will you have a party at home or at a venue? How will you keep the children entertained? How can you make the party exciting and(03)
100 FREE Activities for Families and Kids in MelbourneYou don't have to be a big spender to enjoy Melbourne. We've sought out all the free gems that Melbourne offers so that families can have a great time without breaking the bank. There is a huge range of free things for k(03)
100 FREE Activities for Families and Kids in Melbourne
11 Best Off-Leash Dog Beaches in MelbourneWhat makes a great off lead beach for dogs? Firstly access, because many beaches have restrictions on where and when dogs can be allowed off-leash. There are generally more restrictive hours during the summer daylight sa(03)
List of Skateparks in Melbourne and VictoriaAll skate parks in Melbourne, Geelong and Victoria are listed below. Click on a skatepark to find more information such as address, description of the skate park, rating, YouTube slide show and photos.
Map of Skatepar(03)
27 Aeroplane Activities for Families and Kids in MelbourneDo you love aviation or is someone in the family a fan of aeroplanes? For Melbourne families and kids there are plenty of ways to experience the magic of flight and aeroplanes with activities ranging from aeroplane them(03)
27 Aeroplane Activities for Families and Kids in Melbourne
Trout and Salmon Farms in VictoriaTrout and salmon can be mighty hard to catch in the wild and fishing for them would test the patience and skill of any child or parent. Fortunately, trout farms have come to the rescue and turn the odds much more in favo(03)
Fenced Dog Parks in Melbourne and Regional VictoriaFenced off-leash dog parks are great places to meet other dogs and provide a location where you can let your dog off leash without the risk of running off. Most fenced dog parks have water taps and bins and some parks al(03)
Fenced Dog Parks in Melbourne and Regional Victoria
100 Activities for Babies and Toddlers in MelbourneSometimes it can be a bit tricky to find activities for babies and toddlers but Melbourne has a good range of things to do for children of this age. We have ignored the distraction from the screaming of babies, toddler t(03)
100 Activities for Babies and Toddlers in Melbourne
The Best Family Activities in the Yarra ValleyThe Yarra Valley is close to Melbourne and it's nature highlights definitely merit a family visit. Some of the top attractions are:
Healesville Sanctuary in Badger Creek showcases more than 200 species of Australian w(03)
19 Best Bike Trails for Kids & Families in MelbourneMelbourne has an excellent bike trail network which is a great way for families to get active and explore new areas of Melbourne. There's nothing better than the freedom and adventure of a bike trip.
It should be note(03)
19 Best Bike Trails for Kids & Families in Melbourne
65 Mini Golf Courses in Melbourne and VictoriaDressed in our plus fours and with a Callaway putter under our arms, we took our motorised golf cart in search of every mini golf course in Victoria. We searched through the rough and the deep bunkers with Tigerish fervo(03)
Places to Hire Bikes, e-Bikes and e-Scooters in Melbourne and Regional VictoriaWhen we go overseas we often hire a bike to explore the local area. Its a great way to find some out of the way places and get some healthy exercise. Melbourne has a network of well maintained bike paths for cyclists to (03)
Places to Hire Bikes, e-Bikes and e-Scooters in Melbourne and Regional Victoria
Slot Car Activities in MelbourneSlot car racing is a fun and exciting activity. You can enjoy the thrills and spills of slot car racing with your family and friends no matter what age.
There are a number of places where you can race by casual hiring(03)
The BEST Playgrounds in Melbourne, Geelong and Country Victoria by RegionWe have created documents on the best playgrounds in each region of Melbourne, Geelong and Regional Victoria.
The documents can be accessed electronically or printed and kept in the car to use when the opportunity ari(03)
The BEST Playgrounds in Melbourne, Geelong and Country Victoria by Region
The BEST Playgrounds in the Central Melbourne RegionWe have created a document in PDF format which has a summary of the best playgrounds in the central region of Melbourne. It includes 23 playgrounds in Albert Park, Carlton, Carlton North, East Melbourne, Fitzroy North, F(03)
The BEST Playgrounds in the Central Melbourne Region
The BEST Playgrounds in the Geelong, Bellarine and Surf Coast RegionsWe have created a document in PDF format which has a summary of the best playgrounds in the Geelong, Bellarine and Surf Coast Regions. It includes 17 playgrounds in Anglesea, Barwon Heads, Belmont, Corio, Geelong, Geelon(03)
The BEST Playgrounds in the Geelong, Bellarine and Surf Coast Regions
The BEST playgrounds in the Inner North of MelbourneWe have created a document in PDF format which has a summary of the best playgrounds in the inner north region of Melbourne. It includes 26 playgrounds in Ascot Vale, Brunswick East, Bundoora, Coburg, Eaglemont, Essendon(03)
The BEST playgrounds in the Inner North of Melbourne
The BEST playgrounds in the Mornington PeninsulaWe have created a document in PDF format which has a summary of the best playgrounds in the Mornington Peninsula region of Melbourne. It includes 25 playgrounds in Balnarring, Cranbourne, Flinders, Frankston, Franskston (03)
The BEST Playgrounds in the North East of MelbourneWe have created a document in PDF format which has a summary of the best playgrounds in the North East of Melbourne. It includes 26 playgrounds in Balwyn, Balwyn North, Bayswater, Box Hill, Camberwell, Clifton Hill, Donc(03)
The BEST Playgrounds in the North East of Melbourne
The BEST playgrounds in the North West of MelbourneWe have created a document in PDF format which has a summary of the best playgrounds in the north west region of Melbourne. It includes playgrounds in Ascot Vale, Braybrook, Broadmeadows, Burnside Heights, Coburg, Craigi(03)
The BEST playgrounds in the North West of Melbourne
The BEST playgrounds in the Outer East of MelbourneWe have created a document in PDF format which has a summary of the best playgrounds in the Outer East region of Melbourne. It includes 17 playgrounds in Beaconsfield Upper, Berwick, Emerald, Gembrook, Narre Warren, Offi(03)
The BEST playgrounds in the Outer East of Melbourne
The BEST playgrounds in the Outer North of MelbourneWe have created a document in PDF format which has a summary of the best playgrounds in the Outer North region of Melbourne. It includes 23 playgrounds in Broadmeadows, Craigieburn, Doreen, Epping, Jacana, Lalor, Mernda,(03)
The BEST playgrounds in the Outer North of Melbourne
The BEST Playgrounds in the South East of MelbourneWe have created a document in PDF format which has a summary of the best playgrounds in the South East of Melbourne. It includes 47 playgrounds in Ashburton, Beaumaris, Belgrave, Bentleigh, Bentleigh East, Braeside, Brig(03)
The BEST Playgrounds in the South East of Melbourne
The BEST playgrounds in the South West of MelbourneWe have created a document in PDF format which has a summary of the best playgrounds in the South West region of Melbourne. It includes 29 playgrounds in Altona, Altona Meadows, Ardeer, Bacchus Marsh, Braybrook, Derrimut(03)
The BEST playgrounds in the South West of Melbourne
Locations for Karaoke in MelbourneThere are many locations in Melbourne where you and a bunch of friends can bust out some karaoke songs. We have compiled a list of the best locations for family friendly karaoke, bars with karaoke for adults, kids birthd(03)
10 Events You and The Kids Need in Your 2022-2023 CalendarEntertaining the kids has never been easier. Check out 10 events you need in your calendar. As daylight hours extend and the weather warms so does our appetite for unique family friendly experiences and the urge to get o(03)
10 Events You and The Kids Need in Your 2022-2023 Calendar
Indoor Trampoline Centres in MelbourneIt is now possible to bounce your way across Melbourne's Trampoline centres. Dodge a ball in Seaford, spring into a foam pit in Altona, bounce like a kangaroo in Glen Iris or shoot a hoop while doing a super high jump at(03)
The Best Accessible Beaches in Melbourne and Regional VictoriaWhen the weather warms up there is no reason why a disability has to stop you having fun in the water. Everyone, irrespective of their abilities, deserves to enjoy the beach.
A number of beaches across Melbourne and p(03)
The Best Accessible Beaches in Melbourne and Regional Victoria
Archery Activities and Clubs in Melbourne and Regional VictoriaWhether you shoot a bow like Robin Hood, Friar Tuck or Maid Marian, there are plenty of archery activities and clubs across Melbourne and regional Victoria. We have also listed places which offer archery themed birthday (03)
Archery Activities and Clubs in Melbourne and Regional Victoria
The Best Playgrounds in each Council AreaWe all play the game of playground lotto. Depending on where you live, there is a differing chance of a great playground residing in your locality. Historically the best playgrounds with a wide range of facilities were b(03)
Helicopter Activities for Families and Kids in MelbourneIs there some-one in the family who loves helicopters? The way they rise off the ground like a magic carpet or can sweep above the ground and turn on a sixpence is captivating. Helicopters are both majestic and mechanica(03)
Helicopter Activities for Families and Kids in Melbourne
50 Best Waterfalls in Melbourne and Victoria for FamiliesVictoria has a range of impressive waterfalls which will reward visitors. Some of the waterfalls are easily accessible and close to roads while other waterfalls require a walk, often passing through beautiful surrounding(03)
50 Best Waterfalls in Melbourne and Victoria for Families
Guide to Horse & Pony Riding Clubs in MelbourneMelbourne offers plenty of clubs for those interested in horse or pony riding. Pony Clubs generally cater to riders up to 25 and offer instruction to improve your knowledge of caring for a horse and riding in various dis(03)
Laser Tag / Skirmish Locations in MelbourneLaser tag is all about moving through a dark world with obstacles trying to shoot others and targets while they are trying to shoot you.
Prepare for combat at any of these laser tag/skirmish locations across Melbourn(03)
Useful Links related to ActivitiesHere are some links to organisations related to activities on the site:
Nature and Recreation
Parks Victoria
Victorian National Parks Association
Bushwalking Victoria
Purchase Maps Online
BirdLife Australia
Atla(03)
Guide to Horse Riding Lessons in MelbourneFor people wanting to learn or improve their horse riding skills, there are a range of options in the Melbourne area.
For those aged up to 25 years, membership of a Pony Club offers the opportunity to meet other like(03)
The Ultimate Guide for Horse and Pony Lovers in MelbourneFor horse lovers we've take off our blinkers and searched far and wide to find a huge variety of horse related activities and sights in Melbourne for people of all ages. This includes a guide to horse & pony clubs, a gui(03)
The Ultimate Guide for Horse and Pony Lovers in Melbourne
31 Best Playgrounds for Older Kids in MelbourneTraditionally playgrounds have been a place inhabited by the younger members of the family. However, councils have started to build playgrounds with features which excite the interest of older kids. Elements such as tall(03)
Dog-Friendly Activities at Phillip IslandPhillip Island, which is just 2 hours drive from Melbourne, is a very popular tourist location, especially during the summer period. Although a number of the attractions on the island are off limits to dogs, there are st(03)
Locations to Play Footgolf in Melbourne and Regional VictoriaFootGolf is a sport played on a golf course in which a soccer ball is kicked into a series of large holes, the object being to complete the course using the fewest possible shots.
Learning to play FootGolf to enjoy a (03)
Locations to Play Footgolf in Melbourne and Regional Victoria
The Best Dog Friendly Beaches and Swimming Holes in MelbourneIf you are wondering "Where can I take my dog to swim in Melbourne?", read on because there are lots of places for dogs to have a swim across Melbourne.
Best Dog Friendly BeachesAn obvious place to take the dogs for (03)
The Best Dog Friendly Beaches and Swimming Holes in Melbourne
Guide to Tenpin Bowling Centres in Melbourne and Regional VictoriaTen pin bowling is a fun activity for the whole family and there is a wide range of bowling centres to choose from. Lane projections, music clips, disco lighting and fun scoreboard animations and sounds to celebrate stri(03)
Guide to Tenpin Bowling Centres in Melbourne and Regional Victoria
Dog Off Leash areas for each Council area in Melbourne and VictoriaFollow the information and links below to find off-leash areas for dogs across Melbourne and regional Victoria.
If you plan to visit an off-leash park or beach, it is important that you can maintain control of your do(03)
Dog Off Leash areas for each Council area in Melbourne and Victoria
The Best Fishing Spots for Families in MelbourneMelbourne's bays, lakes, rivers and creeks provide lots of fishing spots for families to cast a line and catch a range of fish. The Victorian State government has committed significant funding to grow participation in re(03)
Yarriambiack Shire Silo Art TrailThe Yarriambiack Shire Silo Art Trail comprises six locations; Brim, Patchewollock, Sheep Hills, Rupanyup, Lascelles and Rosebery. There are additional silos in the Wimmera / Mallee region at Nullawil, Sea Lake and Walpe(03)
Melbourne Beaches with Year Round Dog Off-Leash AccessSpread around the bay are a number of beaches which have 24 hour, all year round dog off-leash access.
These beaches are:
Wyndham council areaCampbell's Cove Beach (Campbell's Cove)
Campbell's Cove Beach for(03)
Melbourne Beaches with Year Round Dog Off-Leash Access
Summary of Mornington Peninsula BeachesA summary of the facilities at the beaches, both Port Phillip Bay and Ocean, along the Mornington Peninsula is:
Port Phillip Bay Beaches
Portsea / Sorrento
Portsea Pier area: Good deep water, BBQ facilities, toi(03)
Melbourne Sculptures, Monuments and Street ArtThere is a wonderful array of public sculptures, monuments and street art within and around the Melbourne area. The public art within the Central Business District includes:
Three Businessmen Who Brought Their Own Lun(03)
Guide to Ghost Tours and Paranormal Investigations in VictoriaWhen darkness falls, Victoria becomes a lot spookier. Get on a tour with a local guide who will (safely) lead you through Victoria's most haunted locations. Listen to tales from a bygone era and experience eerie paranorm(03)
Guide to Ghost Tours and Paranormal Investigations in Victoria
1000 Step Locations in MelbourneThe 1000 Steps Kokoda Memorial Walk in the Dandenong Ranges National Park is the iconic location for those wanting to walk, jog or run 1000 steps in Melbourne. The scenic track is set in lush forest with a series of plaq(03)
16 Best Inflatable Playgrounds in MelbourneInflatable playgrounds are great fun with lots of running, jumping and tumbling. It's a place where the family can have a great time and be exhausted from all the activity by the time they leave.
Parents can also sit (03)
35 Best Playgrounds for Toddlers in MelbourneMelbourne has a brilliant range of playgrounds and we've put together a list of the best playgrounds for pre-schoolers. Older kids in the family will also find these playgrounds interesting.
Best Playgrounds for Toddl(03)
40 Things Children Want to Hear from their CoachesWe were at a soccer tournament in Canberra and saw this board which really resonated with us.
The things are:
I'm proud of you,
Great job,
Good work,
Don't give up,
Fantastic,
I believe in you,
Keep it up,
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40 Things Children Want to Hear from their Coaches
Activities in Melbourne Central Business District (CBD)One of the comments made in response to our survey was "I was thinking of taking my 3 year old into the city on a train (as I have a couple of hours to kill while my car is at the mechanics) and I was looking for cheap t(03)
Activities in Melbourne Central Business District (CBD)
Adventure Playgrounds in MelbourneIf the kids want guaranteed fun and excitement then head for one of Melbourne's Adventure Playgrounds. They can come in all shapes and forms but the classic Adventure playground is typically made of timber and built by v(03)
aMAZEing Melbourne (and Victoria)Melbourne and Victoria have more mazes than you could stuff into a dead-end in a month of Sundays! Whether it be a maze or labyrinth, become the family hero by finding all the clues and getting your family out before din(03)
Become a Melbourne Playgrounds Facebook Fan Keep updated with the latest news from Melbourne Playgrounds and become a fan. You will be able to find out about updates to the site, participate in discussions, suggest activities for review, provide feedback on the si(03)
Best Free Bouldering Places in MelbourneThere are a number of free bouldering walls in Melbourne. The most popular is Burnley Bouldering Wall which has three different climbing walls of increasing difficulty under shelter. Councils have gradually built more bo(03)
Best Places to Learn Magic in MelbourneMagic lets you have fun fooling your friends and family with skill and dexterity. Learning magic also has development benefits such as increasing self-confidence, sharpening critical thinking skills and enhancing sociali(03)
Best Places to See Flowers in MelbourneMelbourne dazzles with spectacular flower displays during spring. Melbourne has two blockbuster public Botanic Gardens bursting with colourful displays, a range of free gardens, especially in the Dandenongs, rose gardens(03)
Best Things to do With Kids in Werribee SouthWerribee South is only a short drive southwest of Melbourne and has a wide range of activities for families. A magnet for families is Werribee Open Range Zoo which features African animals from the savannah as well as an(03)
Best Water Play Parks and Places in MelbourneMelbourne may not have the weather or array of theme parks like Queensland but when the sun shines there are a lot of great options for water fun. We've put together our list of the best paid and free water play options (03)
Bike or Walk a Rail TrailFollow a Rail Trail on a bike or foot to experience the history and natural features of an area. There are Rail Trails throughout Victoria.
What are Rail Trails? - Rail trails are shared-use paths recycled from aband(03)
City / Regional Kids Activity Resources around the WorldEven though we love Melbourne, there are plenty of other kid friendly places to explore around the world. Here is a list of websites which cover kids activities in specific cities or areas:
Australia
Little Lattes (O(03)
City / Regional Kids Activity Resources around the World
Comparison of Memberships for Melbourne FamiliesA family membership can be a worthwhile investment and great value if you like to do an activity on a regular basis. Memberships to favourite places or activities can be great birthday or Christmas presents. We have put (03)
Disabled Access Day 2017 - Celebration of the Best All-Abilities Play Spaces in MelbourneDisabled Access Day 2017 is taking place on 10-12 March, 2017 and people with disabilities, their friends and families are encouraged to visit somewhere that they've never been before.
Melbourne's councils have create(03)
Disabled Access Day 2017 - Celebration of the Best All-Abilities Play Spaces in Melbourne
Fire Truck ActivitiesPlenty of boys and girls love trains and FIRE TRUCKS. There are enough playgrounds with a fire truck theme to keep boys entertained until they are old enough to join the Fire Brigade.
Here are some playgrounds worth i(03)
FREE kids activities in MelbourneIf the credit card has taken a pounding recently then it's the perfect reason for exploring Melbourne's FREE activities.
We have poked and prodded Melbourne to find some free activities. We are a bit biased but couldn(03)
Gardens in the Dandenong RangesTucked into the hillsides and just a short drive east of Melbourne lie the great gardens of the Dandenongs. These picturesque gardens have breathtaking views of the Warburton Ranges and are framed by Mountain Ash trees. (03)
Guide to Kayak and Canoe Tours in Melbourne and Regional VictoriaWhether it's the Docklands, Yarra River, one of Victoria's rivers or offshore, there are plenty of places to enjoy a kayak or canoe tour. A guided tour takes all the hassle out of the experience and includes a tour guide(03)
Guide to Kayak and Canoe Tours in Melbourne and Regional Victoria
Guide to National Trust Properties in Melbourne and Regional VictoriaThe National Trust is a not-for-profit organisation that works to protect and conserve our built, natural and cultural heritage for current and future generations to enjoy. It is completely independent of the Government (03)
Guide to National Trust Properties in Melbourne and Regional Victoria
Guide to Rafting Tours in Melbourne and Regional VictoriaRafting is a challenging yet rewarding adventure. Pick the level of challenge to suit. Not all rafting trips are rated as "white knuckle" with mellower, more relaxing river experiences near to Melbourne on the Yarra, Gou(03)
Guide to Rafting Tours in Melbourne and Regional Victoria
Guide to Recreational Prospecting in VictoriaResearch by the Geological Survey of Victoria suggests there may be more than 75 million ounces of undiscovered gold across Victoria. This is about the same amount of gold produced in Victoria since 1850.
Recreationa(03)
Guide to Sailing and Boating Clubs in MelbourneMost of Melbourne is readily accessible to water with a wide range of sailing, yachting and boating clubs catering to the joy of spending time on the water. Click on the links for each club to see more information.
Sa(03)
Guide to Sunflower Fields near MelbourneBeing immersed in a sea of giant yellow sunflowers brings joy and plenty of opportunities for the perfect Insta shot. The season is very short and typically lasts between mid-late February and early March. We have summar(03)
Help for Extended Search CapabilityMelbourne Playgrounds has made it easier to search for a needle in a haystack - well, at least to search for a playground with BBQ, toilets and shade.
The Advanced Activity Search provides a multitude of searching ca(03)
Historical Playgrounds - Seagull Paddock, Geelong NorthSeagull Paddock was an iconic playground in Geelong in the 80's and early 90's. It was awesome but a definitely on the dangerous side with many injuries resulting from the rides - OH&S rules would never allow it to opera(03)
Historical Playgrounds - Seagull Paddock, Geelong North
Horse Drawn Carriage Rides in the CityGiddy up and enjoy some of the highlights of the city of Melbourne from a horse drawn carriage.
You can either find an available carriage along Swanston Street between Collins Street and Bourke Street or book a carria(03)
Horse Drawn Carriage Rides in the City
Cnr Swanston Street and Little Collins Street,Melbourne,
Victoria
How to search for a playgroundThere are a variety of ways of finding a suitable playground including:
Browse the home page which includes links to some of the best playgrounds. Don't forget to use the "Next Page" link at the bottom to get to even(03)
How to Use Melbourne Playgrounds Website (in a Nutshell)The Melbourne Playgrounds website is a HUGE portal to family activities in Melbourne, Geelong and Regional Victoria with more than 12,000 listings and 90,000 photos. Since it can be a bit overwhelming, here is a quick-st(03)
How to Use Melbourne Playgrounds Website (in a Nutshell)
Hundreds of Family Activity ideas for Holidays and Day tripsLast month we completed an advanced course at the RSAS (Royal Society of Activity Sniffers) in Dogtown, East Gippsland. We majored in sniffing out family activities and put our new found skills to good use by sniffing ou(03)
Hundreds of Family Activity ideas for Holidays and Day trips
Ideas for Kids Parties in MelbourneAre you looking for ideas for a child's party? Do you need entertainers, a venue, party supplies or an activity for a party at home?
Melbourne Playgrounds has the biggest and most comprehensive Kids Party Directory fo(03)
If Only!When we were in Holland recently we came across this sign. Seems like very honest advertising. It led me to think that maybe councils could be honest and highlight their bad playgrounds with a Bad Playground sign (I am p(03)
Kids Activities in GeelongMelbourne Playgrounds put the car in autopilot, programmed the GPS for Kardinia Park and headed off down the Geelong Road for a day of treats.
It is hard for us to drive past a playground and we reviewed the following(03)
Lavender Fields in Melbourne and Regional VictoriaLavender is quite common in gardens but there is nothing like visiting a lavender farm to get intoxicated by the sights and smells of row after row of lavender bushes. Purple lavender fields are truly Insta-worthy.
Af(03)
Lavender Fields in Melbourne and Regional Victoria
List of Escape Rooms in MelbourneEscape Rooms have become a craze in Melbourne recently. They don't involve being locked in a room and watching endless episodes of Hogan's Heroes. Instead, a group of you go into a room and try and escape within a design(03)
Location of Disc Golf (Frisbee) Courses in Melbourne and VictoriaDisc Golf is played like traditional golf. However, instead of hitting a ball with a club, players throw a disc from the tee pad to a metal basket.
The free to play disc golf courses in Melbourne are:
Bald Hill Par(03)
Location of Disc Golf (Frisbee) Courses in Melbourne and Victoria
Location of Expression Swings in MelbourneSome councils have started to install expression swings in playgrounds. They are face-to-face swings where the child and parent sit opposite each other. It's a lovely opportunity for parents and young children to have so(03)
Location of Fish Sculptures from the 2006 Commonwealth GamesDuring the 2006 Commonwealth Games in Melbourne one of the highlights was a series of 36 barges along the Yarra River which held large beautiful and intricate sculptures of fish and other sea creatures. There were 72 fis(03)
Location of Fish Sculptures from the 2006 Commonwealth Games
Location of Free Golf Practice Cages in MelbourneThere are a number of free golf practice cages in Melbourne and they are a particular feature of Glen Eira council. The cages, also called a Birdie Cage Golf Practice Facility are free to use. They have a design which al(03)
Location of Labyrinths in Melbourne and VictoriaIn Greek mythology, the Labyrinth was an elaborate, confusing structure designed and built by Daedalus for King Minos of Crete to hold the Minotaur monster. Daedalus had so cunningly made the Labyrinth that even he could(03)
Location of Parkruns in MelbourneParkrun events are held at more than 40 locations across Melbourne plus regional centres. Each run, irrespective of the location is 5 kilometres in distance and starts at 8am every Saturday.
Once you have registered (03)
Location of Pink Lakes in VictoriaSome people see photos of beautiful bubblegum pink lakes from overseas and don't realise that Victoria has a number of pink lakes including one under the Westgate bridge in Melbourne.
Why are lakes pink?
The lakes wh(03)
Location of Remote Control Car Tracks and Clubs in Melbourne and VictoriaThere are a number of remote control car tracks, both off-road and on-road, across Melbourne and regional Victoria.
Remote Control Car Tracks and Clubs in MelbourneThe clubs and tracks in Melbourne are:
Melbourne O(03)
Location of Remote Control Car Tracks and Clubs in Melbourne and Victoria
Melbourne City Arts TrailMelbourne's Yarra River Precinct is tailor-made for short, interesting walks on its three great themes: the arts, maritime heritage, and gardens. Each walk is about 90-120 minutes duration, although the wealth of attract(03)
Melbourne City Gardens TrailMelbourne's Yarra River Precinct is tailor-made for short, interesting walks on its three great themes: the arts, maritime heritage, and gardens. Each walk is about 90-120 minutes duration, although the wealth of attract(03)
Melbourne City Maritime TrailMelbourne's Yarra River Precinct is tailor-made for short, interesting walks on its three great themes: the arts, maritime heritage, and gardens. Each walk is about 90-120 minutes duration, although the wealth of attract(03)
Melbourne Playgrounds Annual Awards 2010Melbourne Playgrounds is now one year old. Considering that we run the site as a family hobby without the extensive resources of some other parenting sites, we are very proud of our achievements over the last year. Durin(03)
Melbourne Shopping Trolley PlaygroundsSome-times we wonder whether there are more shopping trolleys at playgrounds than kids and we should cater for this social phenomenon by renaming our site to Melbourne Shopping Trolleys. Some typical examples:
Trolley(03)
Melbournes Top 10 Family Activities for Wet WeatherMelbourne is a city renowned for throwing in four seasons in a single day and the laws of probability suggest that Melbourne is going to get its fair share of wet days. We've searched through flooded drains, crossed expa(03)
Melbournes Top 10 Family Activities for Wet Weather
New Feature - Kids DirectoryYou may have noticed a new item on the left hand menu titled "Kids Directory". We will be listing suppliers of Kids related products & services including Babysitters & Nannies, Children's Health, Clothing, Education & Le(03)
Parkour Activities Around MelbourneParkour is the practice of traversing obstacles in a man-made or natural environment through the use of running, vaulting, jumping, climbing, rolling and other movements in order to travel from one point to another in th(03)
Phillip Island - Penguins, Mazes, Chocolates, Koalas and playgroundsPhillip Island is only 140 km from Melbourne and is ideal for a day trip or a few nights stopover. Melbourne Playgrounds took the Island for a test drive and it came up smelling of roses (wet roses since it was Melbourne(03)
Phillip Island - Penguins, Mazes, Chocolates, Koalas and playgrounds
Pirate Activities in MelbourneAhoy there, me hearties, you don't need to wait for "Talk Like a Pirate Day" which is held on the 19th of September each year to plunder Melbourne. Aarrr! Shiver me timbers! Me wooden leg has termites. No such calamities(03)
Playground Resources for Children with Disabilities in Melbourne and VictoriaMelbourne councils have provided some wonderful play facilities for children with physical or intellectual disabilities.
The best playgrounds in Melbourne which especially cater for children of All Abilities are:
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Playground Resources for Children with Disabilities in Melbourne and Victoria
Playgrounds Enclosed with a FenceKids are the masters of taking advantage of situations. Mum is busy attending to child 1 and child 2 escapes to freedom. When we go to playgrounds, we don't necessarily want to put little Johnny in prison uniform and att(03)
Playgrounds with Snakes and Ladders GamesThere are a number of playgrounds which have fun snakes and ladders games which include an equivalent method to rolling a dice. These are located at:
Hodgson Reserve playground, Bentleigh (under a shade sail)
D(03)
Playgrounds with Toilet FacilitiesA chill goes down your spine when you are at a playground and hear those dreaded words "Mummy, I have to do poopies ..". You frantically scan the horizon hoping that a toilet block will magically appear, generally to no (03)
Playgrounds with ToysThere are some playgrounds which embody what a community playground is all about. Good natured people have left play toys such as Tonka trucks and trikes for other kids to use when they visit the playground.
Location(03)
Put another snag on the BarbieKids love barbies and does life get any better than having a BBQ next to a playground? Probably not. So tell Dad to get his Barbecue cooking implements out of the garage, drop into the local butchers for some sausages an(03)
Recent Playgrounds ArticlesWe have been writing a few playground and kids activity related articles recently. The articles are:
Where can You See Wild Koalas in Melbourne?
Where can You See Wild Kangaroos in Melbourne?
The Best Playground Des(03)
Results of SurveyThanks to those people who kindly provided some feedback via our survey (even unkind feedback was appreciated).
The number of respondents who were able to meet the purpose of their visit has steadily climbed to over 9(03)
Silo and Water Tank Art Locations in Melbourne with MapRegional Victoria is famous for its striking artwork on grain silos and water towers and tanks.
Within the Melbourne area there is also a painted grain silo in Brunswick and painted water towers/tanks at Arthurs Sea(03)
Silo and Water Tank Art Locations in Melbourne with Map
Spring School Holiday Guide for Melbourne Families (During Covid Times)These spring school holidays will be like no other in Melbourne. We're still under severe lockdown with the following important restrictions:
You can only catch up with one person or your household members outdoors at a(03)
Spring School Holiday Guide for Melbourne Families (During Covid Times)
Step Back in Time and Visit a Drive-InBefore plush cinemas and gold class tickets, there was the age of Drive-Ins. There are a very small number of Drive-Ins across Melbourne where you can experience movie going as it used to be.
There are a lot of benefi(03)
Subterranean Victoria - The Best Underground Family ActivitiesThere's no need to stay on the surface in Victoria - there are plenty of subterranean possibilities ranging from underground mines to caves.
Underground Mine Tours
Central Deborah Gold Mine (Bendigo)
Don a har(03)
Subterranean Victoria - The Best Underground Family Activities
The Best Art Galleries in MelbourneMelbourne has a wonderful range of art galleries and admission to most of them is free. There are a number of locations with a high density of galleries including central Melbourne, especially along Flinders Lane, Southb(03)
The Best Family Tourist Attractions in MelbourneMelbourne has some wonderful family attractions for visitors. Whether you are visiting from the country, interstate or overseas, Mum, Dad and the children will be well entertained while visiting Melbourne. Many of the at(03)
The Best Places to Find Wild Kangaroos Around Melbourne and VictoriaEven though it's not too difficult to find wild kangaroos, you will have to venture further afield than the Bourke Street Mall. In our experience there are more reliable ways of finding wild kangaroos than heading immedi(03)
The Best Places to Find Wild Kangaroos Around Melbourne and Victoria
The Best Places to Find Wild Koalas Around Melbourne and VictoriaIt's possible to see koalas by visiting Melbourne's zoos but it's much more rewarding to find koalas in the wild. Koalas don't get much energy from their eucalyptus diet and love to sleep, around 20 hours a day.
Findi(03)
The Best Places to Find Wild Koalas Around Melbourne and Victoria
The Best Places to Fly a Kite in MelbourneBelieve it or not, it is an offence in Victoria to fly a kite to 'the annoyance of any person' in a public place with a maximum penalty of a $777 fine. Not withstanding this law, there are plenty of places in Melbourne t(03)
The Best Playground Swings in MelbourneAlmost every playground has a set of swings, unusually one for younger kids with an enclosed rubber seat with a safety chain and one for older kids with a simple rubber seat. Many playgrounds also have a birds nest swing(03)
The Best Playgrounds in AintreeAintree, which is a new suburb in the north west of Melbourne, has the highest density of great playgrounds anywhere in Melbourne. There are many spectacular playgrounds within walking distance of each other.
Our top (03)
The Best Playgrounds Near BeachesAs the weather warms up a combination of playground and beach is an ideal combination. BYO bucket, spade, sunscreen, hat, water and a passion for sand. Some of the best playgrounds which are located next to a beach (or p(03)
The Best Rockpools in Melbourne and VictoriaExploring rockpools is endless hours of fun for the whole family at any time of year. Whether it's crabs, starfish, shells, sea sponges, sea urchins, snails, little fish darting about, anemones or some other hidden creat(03)
The Best Theme Playgrounds in MelbourneDisneyland is divided into themed areas like Frontierland and Fantasyland. So why shouldn't we have themed playgrounds. Special marks to those councils which have taken the initiative to create a themed playground. Here (03)
The GOOD, the BAD and the UGLY with Clint COUNCILIt's been 44 years since "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly" was released which was the third and final film in the trilogy, following "A Fistful of Poor Playgrounds" and "For a Few Slides more". Melbourne Playgrounds wante(03)
The Safest Family Activities in Times of CoronavirusWe are not doctors but have examined the current guidelines for protection against Coronavirus (COVID-19) including social distancing and have come up with some suggested activities for the family and kids which should h(03)
The Safest Family Activities in Times of Coronavirus
The Top 10 Playgrounds in MelbourneMelbourne Playgrounds was asked by a magazine editor to nominate a list of the top 10 playgrounds in the East/South regions of Melbourne and the top 10 playgrounds in the West/North regions. We got our gold mining pan fr(03)
The top games to play in the car when travellingLet's face it - travelling with kids in the car can be a trial. How many times can you answer the question "How long it is it before we get there?" without exploding like Mount Krakatoa?
Here are some resources to hel(03)
The Ultimate Guide to Free Bocce Courts in MelbourneBocce, and its variants, Petanque, Boules and Lawn Bowls, has claims to being second only to soccer, as the most played sport in the world.
It is one of the earliest known games and possibly dates back to 5000 B.C. i(03)
The Ultimate Guide to Free Bocce Courts in Melbourne
Tips for Visiting Victorian Snow ResortsA trip to the snow is a wonderful experience during winter, whether you plan on skiing, snowboarding or general snow play.
Check out our Comparison of Victoria's Snow Resorts to help decide which snow resort best sui(03)
Top 10 Victorian Country PlaygroundsRegional Victoria has a number of fantastic playgrounds which rival those in Melbourne. These are our favourites spread across the state. Click on the link to each playground for more information such as facilities list,(03)
Top 7 Free Family Activities in MelbourneUtility bills are skyrocketing, grocery bills seem to increase every time you go shopping and your wallet is so thin that it makes Twiggy seem positively rotund. Free family activities to the rescue.
Melbourne has a (03)
Unusual Playgrounds around the WorldMelbourne is blessed with some great playgrounds but there are plenty of imaginative playgrounds around the world. We sent the sniffer dogs out in search of those playgrounds. Apart from finding a few caches of illegal s(03)
Visitor Information Centres in VictoriaThere is a network of more than 80 Visitor Information Centres across Melbourne and regional Victoria. The centres are staffed with friendly and helpful staff with extensive local knowledge.
Visitor Information Centr(03)
Water Tower Art Locations in Victoria with MapRegional Victoria is famous for its striking artwork on grain silos but also has spectacular murals on water towers and tanks.
How many painted water towers/tanks are there in Victoria?
There are currently 29 locati(03)
Where can you Pat Kangaroos and other Native Wildlife?The ability get up close and personal to a native Australian animal can be a wonderful experience for a child (and just as good for Mum, Dad and international visitors)
We put on our collective thinking caps on in ord(03)
Where can you Pat Kangaroos and other Native Wildlife?
Where Can You Ride a Camel in VictoriaMost parts of Victoria are not a natural environment for camels but there are a few places where it may be possible to pretend you are Lawrence of Arabia and ride a camel.
Grampians Camel Rides (Halls Gap)
Grampians (03)
Where to find the BIG things across VictoriaThe BIG things across Australia have cult status and some families make a road trip, to rival "European Family Vacation", to seek them out. Keep an eye open for Chevy Chase and the kids and follow our guide to find them (03)
Winner of the Best Designed Public Play Space in AustraliaThe Australian Institute of Landscape Architects organized a competition to recognize and celebrate well-designed public play spaces and the landscape architects responsible for the design.
There were 45 entries for a(03)
Winner of the Best Designed Public Play Space in Australia
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