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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.

The best free and cheap family activities

The best free and cheap family activities

Find family-friendly fun and free events in Melbourne.

The best family-friendly restaurants in Melbourne

The best family-friendly restaurants in Melbourne

Grab a bite at one of these kid-approved and pram-friendly spots.

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

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

The Story of the Moving Image
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The Story of the Moving Image

An ongoing exhibition that journeys through the past, present and future of the moving image.

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.

The Sunday Market at Southgate
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The Sunday Market at Southgate

After decades positioned around the Arts Centre, the Sunday Market is now at Southgate.

Kokedama Workshop
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Kokedama Workshop

Enjoy a beginner's workshop to learn how to make a little moss ball plant.

Polymer Clay Workshop
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Polymer Clay Workshop

Create beautiful pairs of earrings and necklaces using polymer clay in this fun workshop.

Polly Woodside Open Day
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Polly Woodside Open Day

Climb aboard and roam the decks of one of Australia’s last surviving 19th-century tall ships.

Free Kids Explorer Bus
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Free Kids Explorer Bus

Children ride free on the Kids Explorer Bus during the school holidays.

Bourke Street Mall Busking
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Bourke Street Mall Busking

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

Jams for Juniors: Mozart's Symphony No 40
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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.

Stompers
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Stompers

Join in the Stompers fun with your toddler every Wednesday at East Melbourne Library.

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.

Iconic Melbourne experiences

Iconic Melbourne experiences

Waterside views, hidden bars and amazing exhibitions.

Cooks' Cottage

Cooks' Cottage

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

Only In The City

Melbourne’s most Instagrammable experiences

Melbourne’s most Instagrammable experiences

You won't need filters at the city's most photogenic spots.

Melbourne's best cafes that open late

Melbourne's best cafes that open late

These Melbourne cafes are open late for evening coffee runs.

Melbourne's best basement bars

Melbourne's best basement bars

Venture beneath Melbourne’s streets to these hidden bars and subterranean speakeasies.

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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.

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.

Caffe Esc

Caffe Esc

Great coffee, satisfying lunches and fresh salads.