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Melbourne's best rainy day activities for kids

Melbourne's best rainy day activities for kids

Find the best indoor family activities during the school holidays.

The best free museums and art galleries in Melbourne

The best free museums and art galleries in Melbourne

Explore world-class museums, edgy artist-run spaces and blockbuster exhibitions for free.

The best hotels in Melbourne for families

The best hotels in Melbourne for families

Check out our list of family-friendly hotel stays

Sci-Fi: Mythologies Transformed
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Sci-Fi: Mythologies Transformed

This exhibition highlights science fiction’s connection to ancient philosophy and mythologies.

Arts Fun Festival

Arts Fun Festival

Enjoy a family-friendly day of art, music, performances and workshops.

Cats & Dogs
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Cats & Dogs

From cattle dogs to lap dogs, divine felines to cat superstitions, explore more than 250 works.

Chocolate Family Adventure Day
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Chocolate Family Adventure Day

Enjoy an all-inclusive, stress-free family outing filled with fun, creativity, and delicious treats.

Melbourne Paint Lab Art Workshop
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Melbourne Paint Lab Art Workshop

At Melbourne Paint Lab you can splash, splatter and drip paint to unleash your inner artist.

Shrine Kids
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Shrine Kids

A free self-guided program for visitors of all ages.

Saboteurs
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Saboteurs

An 'Among Us' style game played in real life.

Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure
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Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure

A free fun outdoor seek and find adventure around the Fitzroy Gardens.

Bourke Street Mall Busking

Bourke Street Mall Busking

Meet Melbourne's marvellous musicians and more in the iconic Bourke Street Mall busking program.

Wonderbox

Wonderbox

An immersive wonderland of fantastical projections, tiny delights and infectious live music.

Jams for Juniors: Mozart's Symphony No 40

Jams for Juniors: Mozart's Symphony No 40

Pull up a cushion and explore the music of Mozart's Symphony No 40, led by Karen Kyriakou.

Smells Like a Song: An Improvised Musical
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Smells Like a Song: An Improvised Musical

Smells Like a Song is an improvised musical performed by Impro Melbourne.

Melbourne Zoo

Melbourne Zoo

Journey through a world of wildlife in the heart of Melbourne.

Melbourne Museum

Melbourne Museum

Explore history, culture, science, and nature at this popular Melbourne attraction.

SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium

SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium

Discover thousands of aquatic animals in four enchanting worlds at this top Melbourne attraction.

Fitzroy Gardens

Fitzroy Gardens

These historic gardens are home to the famous Cooks' Cottage.

ArtVo

ArtVo

An interactive 3D art gallery with optical illusions that visitors can touch and explore.

ArtPlay

ArtPlay

A creative arts centre for children to share unique experiences with professional artists.

Science Gallery Melbourne

Science Gallery Melbourne

A free gallery where arts and science collide.

THE LUME Melbourne

THE LUME Melbourne

Experience art, dining, wellness and more like never before across 3000sqm of immersive space.

House Down Under

House Down Under

Australia’s favourite inverted house photo experience brings topsy-turvy fun to Melbourne.

Polly Woodside

Polly Woodside

Polly Woodside is a historic museum ship moored at South Wharf.

Cooks' Cottage

Cooks' Cottage

Come and explore Cooks' Cottage and learn about its English origins and relocation to Melbourne.

Monopoly Dreams

Monopoly Dreams

Enjoy a fully immersive and interactive Monopoly experience, featuring games and challenges.

Only In The City

Only in the City

Only in the City

This city hums with energy - with hidden laneway cafes, rooftop bars, art and culture at every turn.

Queen Victoria Market

Queen Victoria Market

This beloved Melbourne landmark is the largest open air market in the southern hemisphere.

NGV International

NGV International

NGV International houses a whole world of international art.

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Free things to do with kids in Melbourne

Free things to do with kids in Melbourne

Get the kids out and explore these free events and adventures for an awesome day of fun.

The best playgrounds in Melbourne

The best playgrounds in Melbourne

We've rounded up the best adventure parks and playgrounds.

The best things to do in Melbourne with kids under 5

The best things to do in Melbourne with kids under 5

Toddler-friendly activities for a day out in Melbourne that you'll enjoy too.

Caffe Esc

Caffe Esc

Great coffee, satisfying lunches and fresh salads.