Things to do

Heide Museum of Modern Art

Art galleries

Be inspired by three dedicated exhibition spaces, two historic kitchen gardens and a sculpture park, all located on 15 acres of beautiful landscape.

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.

Lamington Drive

Art galleries

Expect to see some eclectic art and design at this exceptional gallery space in Collingwood, run by the creative crew at the Jacky Winter Group.

Melbourne Cricket Ground

Spectator sports

See a match or tour the home of Aussie cricket and the Australian Football League, the site of the 1956 Olympics and the 2006 Commonwealth Games.

Werribee Open Range Zoo

Wildlife, zoos & farms

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

Queen Victoria Market

Markets

Shop 'til you drop at this celebrated market to see buskers, find souvenirs and to marvel at the fresh produce and the treats in the Dairy Hall.

Werribee Park and Mansion

History & heritage

Smell the roses - all 5000 varieties - in the magnificent grounds of the Victoria's largest private residence, pausing to admire the pastoral style.

Scienceworks

Museums

Journey to the stars and beyond at the Melbourne Planetarium, travel through space and time, and have a hair-raising encounter with lighting volts.

NGV International

Art galleries

See one of the most impressive collections of European, Asian, Oceanic and American art at this iconic Melbourne gallery.

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.

Shrine of Remembrance

Architecture & design

An iconic landmark honouring the service of Australian men and women in war and peacekeeping. The visitor centre hosts exhibitions and events.

MPavilion

Architecture & design

MPavilion is Australia’s leading architecture commission, and a cultural laboratory for the community to engage and share. MPavilion is an ongoing initiative...

2021 Toyota AFL Premiership Season

Sports

Until 24 Sep 2021

Grab your scarf and beanie and get down to an AFL game, where hot pies, cold drinks and plenty of noise awaits.

Disney: The Magic of Animation

Exhibitions

Until 17 Oct 2021

Discover the creativity and innovation of almost 100 years of Disney Animation in ACMI's latest Melbourne Winter Masterpieces exhibition. Shown in Australia...

Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix

Motor sport

Dates TBC

Get the motor running and enjoy a long weekend of F1 action on and off the track including motor shows, air displays and of course, the big race.

Melbourne Cup Carnival

Horse racing

30 Oct - 06 Nov 2021

Be part of Australia’s most loved and iconic world-class event, the Melbourne Cup Carnival. Experience this incredible event that combines sport, entertainment,...

Moulin Rouge! The Musical

Plays & musicals

From September

Baz Luhrmann’s revolutionary film comes to life onstage in 2021, remixed in a new musical mash-up extravaganza – Moulin Rouge! The Musical.

The Story of the Moving Image

Exhibitions

Until 19 Jul 2022

Journey through the past, present and future of the moving image through interactive experiences, digital innovation and captivating stories in this unforgettable...

Treasures of the Natural World

Exhibitions

Until 16 Jan 2022

The world’s biggest, rarest, oldest and most fascinating treasures are landing at Melbourne Museum, all the way from London, for the whole family to enjoy...