Family activities

A Maze'N Things

Leisure activities

Take the kids for a day of optical illusions, puzzles and mazes, that will have you rolling around with laughter and scratching your heads in wonder.

Virtual family activities

Family activities

During COVID-19, engage, inspire and entertain kids at home, with some wonderful online resources from major Victorian attractions.

Melbourne Star Observation Wheel

Family

Take a 30-minute ride on Melbourne's newest star attraction for extraordinary views and a unique bird's-eye perspective of the city and surrounds.

Ballarat Wildlife Park

Wildlife, zoos & farms

Ballarat Wildlife Park is set amongst the beautiful gum trees on the outskirts of Ballarat and is owned and operated by Greg Parker and his family. Founded...

Eureka Skydeck 88

Architecture & design

Teeter on The Edge, a switchable glass cube that slides you out from the building's 88th floor for unsurpassed views of Melbourne and far beyond.

Healesville Sanctuary

Wildlife, zoos & farms

Watch for waking koalas and peek at a joey in a kangaroo's pouch, meet keepers or observe vets in the animal hospital, all in an Aussie bush setting.

SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium

Wildlife, zoos & farms

Dive deep to discover life beneath the Southern Ocean; walk under tunnels filled with sharks and rays, or ride a simulated underwater rollercoaster.

Melbourne Museum

Museums

Touch and feel your way through local history; give Phar Lap a nod, explore a rainforest, rest in a rollercoaster car, and discover Koori heritage.

Melbourne Zoo

Wildlife, zoos & farms

Get up close with more than 250 species as you explore rainforests, bushland and underwater worlds. Don't miss the zookeeper talks and feeding times!

Old Melbourne Gaol

History & heritage

Sentence yourself to a day of fun or a spooky night at Victoria's oldest prison, which housed tough criminals and the infamous bushranger, Ned Kelly.

Otway Fly Treetop Adventures

Walking & hiking

Enjoy a real bird's eye view and sway with the branches when you take a walk high in the dense rainforest canopy in the heart of the ancient Otways.

Pannys Phillip Island Chocolate Factory

Local produce

Develop a delicious addiction, with chocolates to taste, try and buy, at this wondrous factory, cafe and art gallery celebrating all things chocolate.

Snow Dogs Photography and Retreats

Community

Until 08 Aug 2021

Ever wanted for your dog to have their own 'Snow Bunny' experience? Create magical, irresistible memories with your dog with Puppy Tales Photography. Experience...

Winter Night Market

Food & wine

28 Jul 2021 (dates to be confirmed)

The launch of the Winter Night Market has been postponed. Please stay tuned for more information. Whilst we are disappointed, the health, safety and wellbeing...

Swan Bay Express Train Rides

Family

01 Aug 2021

Travel across the Bellarine along Swan Bay and through remnant bushland.Trains run on most Sundays year-round and selected public holidays. Family activities...

Kyneton Daffodil and Arts Festival

Gardens & agriculture

02 Sep 2021

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the 48th Kyneton Daffodil and Arts Festival was postponed in 2020 but will hopefully be held again from 2-12 September 2021.The...

Feastival

Community

03 - 12 Sep 2021

Premiering in 2021 at Falls Creek Alpine Resort in September, Feastival will combine a sumptuous mix of performance, art and feasting all set in a winter...

White Night Bendigo

Art & exhibitions

02 Oct 2021

White Night Bendigo returns on 2 October 2021 to light up your night once again.Experience all the sparkle and spectacle of this major event, in a vibrant...

Fun activities

Things to do

Entertain littlies, teens, tweens and big kids with fun-filled activities in every corner of Victoria, from marvellous minigolf to amazing mazes and more.

Museums

Art, theatre & culture

From the living history of Sovereign Hill to the wonder of Scienceworks, there are many worlds to explore in Victoria's fascinating, diverse museums.

Beaches and coastlines

Nature & wildlife

Drag yourself away from the Great Ocean Road with its dramatic rock sculptures and soaring views, and discover more of Victoria's stunning coastline.

Mazes

Family activities

Lose yourself in the best hedge, timber and indoor mazes at adventure parks and stunning gardens across Victoria. A-maze-ing fun for all the family.