Family activities

Family

WILD Sand Sculpting

Come take a walk on the WILD side. Journey on a sand safari and see elephants, monkeys, whales and more, brought to life through incredible sand sculptures.Explore...

Exhibitions

Enchanted Forest Adventure

Sand Art Gallery is proud to present their latest exhibition Enchanted Forest Adventure. The fairies will go on a quest with a young girl named Odette...

Exhibitions

ANIMALIA in Sand

Sand Sculpting Australia and Boneo Discovery Park presents Animalia in Sand – the world’s first sand sculpting exhibition with augmented reality technology...

Family

Pirate Day at Polly Woodside

Ahoy there me hearties. Come aboard the tall ship, Polly Woodside on the first Sunday of each month for Pirate Day. Bring along your scallywags and buccaneers,...

Festivals

Australian String Quartet - Dunkeld Festival of Music

Australian String Quartet with guest artists Andrea Lam (piano) and David Greco (baritone).Spend divine days with us in Victoria’s Southern Grampians as...

Gardens & agriculture

Sunday at Cruden Farm

On the third Sunday of every month Cruden Farm offers a relaxed and friendly experience, you can take a garden tour or just come for the day and enjoy...

Festivals

Rocky Road Festival

The classic Rocky Road treat will get a Chocolaterie makeover with 31 flavours available at the Great Ocean Road’s sweetest destination throughout May...

Multicultural

ILLUMIN8 - Festival of Light and Peace

Held annually in May, ILLUMIN8 is a two-day event that celebrates peace and harmony inspired by Buddha’s life. ILLUMIN8 is a family friendly event celebrating...

Gardens & agriculture

Lightscape at Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria

Walk beneath tree canopies drenched in colour and through mesmerising ribbons of light in this immersive display at the Royal Botanic Gardens.

Wildlife, zoos & farms

SEA LIFE Melbourne

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

Wildlife, zoos & farms

Phillip Island Nature Parks

See Phillip Island's little penguins emerge from the sea, peek at life inside a burrow, and spot other Australian animals at this wildlife wonderland.

Wildlife, zoos & farms

Werribee Open Range Zoo

Join a wildlife safari, Melbourne style, and spot rhinos, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras and monkeys as they roam freely through the grounds of the zoo.

Maritime history

Polly Woodside

Climb aboard and roam the decks of the historic Polly Woodside, one of Australia’s last surviving 19th century tall ships. Experience the turbulent trials...

Gold rush history

Sovereign Hill

Strike it rich with a day out in 1850s Ballarat and pan for gold, ride in a horse-drawn carriage and relive the Eureka Rebellion with sound and light.

Family

LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Melbourne

LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Melbourne is the ultimate indoor LEGO® playground. Ideal for families with children aged three to 10, guests can enjoy a world...

Things to do

Leisure activities

Entertain both little kids and big with fun-filled leisure activities in every corner of Victoria, from marvellous minigolf to amazing mazes and more.

Art, theatre & culture

Museums

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

Nature & wildlife

Beaches and coastlines

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

Family activities

Mazes

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.