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Melbourne Family and Melbourne's Children's Attractions
(Melbourne, Victoria - VIC, Australia AU)



Melbourne has an enormous amount of attractions for children of all ages, including a number of popular Melbourne amusement parks, Melbourne playgrounds, Melbourne water parks, Melbourne zoos and Melbourne aquariums. There are also many exciting museums is Melbourne, with interactive and hands-on exhibits specifically for children.

During school holidays and vacations, many attractions in Melbourne put on extra activities for children, including Melbourne's museums and art galleries, which provide a range of interesting activities and workshops for children. When visiting Melbourne, look out for the EG (Entertainment Guide), which is published in Friday's Age newspaper and has an in-depth section about children's activities in the Melbourne area, including pantomimes, theatrical productions, animal nurseries, farms, sanctuaries and museums events. There are even popular 'Kids Tours' of Melbourne, specialising on half- and full-day guided tours of Melbourne for children of all ages.




Melbourne Children's Attractions: Melbourne Aquarium - King Street and Queenswharf Road, Melbourne, Victoria (VIC), 3000, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)3 9620 0999
Melbourne Aquarium is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the whole of Melbourne and is situated on the corner of Queenswharf in central Melbourne. Amongst the numerous attractions at Melbourne Aquarium are the floor-to-ceiling coral tank, the enormous oceanarium (which contains more than two million litres of water), a mangrove swamp area, large sharks, sea turtles, jellyfish and there is also a simulated deep-sea ride. Other attractions at the Melbourne Aquarium include a restaurant, café area and gift shop.
Melbourne children's attraction open: daily - 09:30 to 18:00
Melbourne children's attraction admission: charge, discounts available for senior citizens, children and families

Melbourne Children's Attractions: Royal Melbourne Zoo - Elliott Avenue, Parkville, Melbourne, Victoria (VIC), 3052, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)3 9285 9300
The Royal Melbourne Zoo is one of Melbourne's most outstanding attractions and is particularly popular with children and families. Established almost 150 years ago, the Royal Melbourne Zoo is actually the oldest zoo in the whole of Australia and also the world's third oldest zoo. Attractions at the Royal Melbourne Zoo include a large collection of native Australian animals, an impressive platypus aquarium, lions, tigers, seals, reptiles, gorillas, monkeys, exotics birds and butterflies. The Royal Melbourne Zoo is located in Melbourne city centre and is set in spacious landscaped gardens, with mature trees and colourful planting. On Thursday to Sunday between the months of January and February, the Royal Melbourne Zoo stays open until around 21:30 for its exciting Twilight concerts, featuring some of the best jazz musicians in the Melbourne area.
Melbourne children's attraction open: daily - 09:00 to 17:00
Melbourne children's attraction admission: charge, discounts available for senior citizens, children and families

Melbourne Children's Attractions: Koala Conservation Centre - Phillip Island Tourist Road, Cowes, Victoria (VIC), 3922, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)3 5952 1307
The Koala Conservation Centre is located on the outskirts of Melbourne, in the Phillip Island area. Full of friendly koalas, living in their natural habitat, the other main attraction popular with children at the Koala Conservation Centre is the large colony of penguins in the penguin sanctuary.
Melbourne children's attraction open: daily - 10:00 to 17:00
Melbourne children's attraction admission: charge, discounts available for senior citizens, children and families

Melbourne Children's Attractions: Luna Park - 18 Lower Esplanade, St. Kilda, Melbourne, Victoria (VIC), 3182, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)3 9525 5033
Luna Park, on Melbourne's Lower Esplanade, features a grand entrance with twin towers, and has been an important symbol of St. Kilda's district in Melbourne since 1912. This historic amusement park is full of family attractions and is extremely popular with children of all ages. Highlights at Melbourne's Luna Park include a heritage-listed roller coaster, an intricate carousel, a Ferris wheel, a ghost train and many other historic attractions.
Melbourne children's attraction open: Friday and Saturday - 11:00 to 23:00, Sunday - 13:00 to dusk, Monday to Thursday - 11:00 to 17:00
Melbourne children's admission: free, charge for rides

Melbourne Children's Attractions: Adventure Playgrounds - Melbourne, Victoria (VIC), Australia AU
There are many playground areas located throughout Melbourne, full of activities for both young and older children. Attractions at many of Melbourne's best adventure playground include giant slides, swings, roundabouts, climbing frames, tree houses, cycle trails, sand pits, rope swings and outdoor toys. Here are some of the most popular children's adventure playground attractions in the Melbourne area:

• Ardmona Kids Town Adventure Playground - Midland Highway, Mooroopna Causeway, Shepparton, Victoria (VIC), 3630, Australia AU
  Tel: +61 (0)3 5831 4213
• Coopers Settlement at Bundoora Park - Plenty Road, Bundoora, Melbourne, Victoria (VIC), 3083, Australia AU
  Tel: +61 (0)3 9462 4079
• Hay's Paddock Adventure Playground - Longstaff Street, Kew East, Melbourne, Victoria (VIC), 3101, Australia AU
  Tel: +61 (0)3 9278 4444
• Maroondah Adventure Park - 363-5 Maroondah Highway, Chirnside Park, Melbourne, Victoria (VIC), 3116, Australia AU
  Tel: +61 (0)3 9727 3082
• Playworkz - 247 Bay Road, Sandringham, Melbourne, Victoria (VIC), 3191, Australia AU
  Tel: +61 (0)3 9532 2226
• St. Kilda Adventure Playground - Neptune Place, St. Kilda, Melbourne, Victoria (VIC), 3182, Australia AU
  Tel: +61 (0)3 9209 6348
• Phoenix Park Community Adventure Playground - Ivanhoe Grove, Malvern East, Melbourne, Victoria (VIC), 3148, Australia AU
• Woolhouse Playground - Beavers Road, Thornbury, Melbourne, Victoria (VIC), 3071, Australia AU

Melbourne Children's Attractions: Indoor Play Centres - Melbourne, Victoria (VIC), Australia AU
Melbourne is full of superb play centres for children of all ages, often with separate areas for young children and babies. Many of these Melbourne play centres includes soft play toys, climbing equipment, tunnels, slides, ball pits, bouncy castles, dressing-up clothes, childminding, cafés, and children's party facilities. Here are some of the most popular children's play centre attractions in the Melbourne area:

• Buzy Kids at Chelsea Heights - 2/23-25 Ashley Park Drive, Chelsea Heights, Melbourne, Victoria (VIC), 3196, Australia AU
  Tel: +61 (0)3 9776 3100
• Buzy Kids at Mill Park - 3 Development Boulevard, Mill Park, Melbourne, Victoria (VIC), 3082, Australia AU
  Tel: +61 (0)3 9437 7727
• Fantasy World - Factory 6 Abruzzo Crescent, Thomastown, Melbourne, Victoria (VIC), 3074, Australia AU
  Tel: +61 (0)3 9464 6199
• Fizgigs! Playtown - 229 Bay Road, Sandringham, Melbourne, Victoria (VIC), 3191, Australia AU
  Tel: +61 (0)3 9555 4900
• KIDS Safety Zone - Level 4, Melbourne Central, Corner Latrobe and Swanston Streets, Melbourne, Victoria (VIC), 3000, Australia AU
  Tel: +61 (0)3 9639 4733
• Rare Bears - 1134 Toorak Road, Camberwell, Melbourne, Victoria (VIC), 3124, Australia AU
  Tel: +61 (0)3 9889 9444
• Red Bear's Playhouse - 134 York Street, South Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria (VIC), 3205, Australia AU
  Tel: +61 (0)3 9645 0788

Melbourne Children's Attractions: Children's Farms - Melbourne, Victoria (VIC), Australia AU
Melbourne has a number of excellent farms located on the outskirts of Melbourne. These farms provide children with the opportunity to get hands-on with friendly farmyard animals, such as chickens, sheep, goats, pigs, cows, horses and donkeys. Highlights at many of the farms include feeding time, baby animals, tractor rides, pony rides, playground areas, picnic and barbecue facilities, cafés and farm shops. Here are some of the most popular children's farms in the Melbourne area.

• Collingwood Children's Farm - St. Helliers Street, Abbotsford, Melbourne, Victoria (VIC), 3067, Australia AU
  Tel: +61 (0)3 9417 5806
• Horseshoe Bend Farm - Horseshoe Bend Road, Keilor, Melbourne, Victoria (VIC), 3036, Australia AU
  Tel: +61 (0)3 9307 1259
• Myuna Farm - 182 Kidds Road, Doveton, Melbourne, Victoria (VIC), 3177, Australia AU
  Tel: +61 (0)3 9706 9944

Melbourne Children's Attractions: Phillip Island Wildlife Park - Phillip Island Tourist Road, Cowes, Victoria (VIC), 3922, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)3 5952 2038
The Phillip Island Wildlife Park is located on the outskirts of Melbourne, 1 km / 0.5 miles south of the township of Cowes. Within easy reach of Melbourne city, the Phillip Island Wildlife Park features enclosures and wetlands where visitors can walk freely and see many native birds, animals and plants, include kangaroos, wallabies, wombats and emus. Popular with children, other attractions at the Phillip Island Wildlife Park include a café, picnic area and gift shop.
Melbourne children's attraction open: daily - from 09:00
Melbourne children's attraction admission: charge, discounts available for senior citizens, children and families

Melbourne Children's Attractions: Werribee Open Range Zoo - K Road, Werribee, Melbourne, Victoria (VIC), 3030, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)3 9731 9600
The Werribee Open Range Zoo, on the outskirts of Melbourne, is well signposted from the Princes Freeway and is located around 30 minutes drive from central Melbourne. Covering around 200 hectares / 800 acres, attractions at Melbourne's Werribee Open Range Zoo include zebras, giraffes, rhinos, hippos, monkeys, kangaroos and many more animals. The Werribee Open Range Zoo is divided into separate areas, such as the African Savanna, the African Walking Trail, the Asian Grassland, the Australian Grassland and the Hippo Waterhole. Guided safari bus tours are available and nearby you will find the elaborate Werribee Park Mansion, which dates back to 1874. A shuttle bus from central Melbourne that travels directly to Werribee Open Range Zoo is also available.
Melbourne children's attraction open: daily - 09:00 to 17:00
Melbourne children's attraction admission: charge, discounts available for senior citizens, children and families

Melbourne Children's Attractions: Pipeworks Fun Market - 400 Mahoneys Road, Campbellfield, Melbourne, Victoria (VIC), 3061, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)3 9357 1155
The Pipeworks Fun Market, in the suburbs of Melbourne, is home to a wealth of attractions for both children and adults alike. This popular family attraction includes dodgems, state-of-the-art video arcades, go-kart tracks, pony rides, bungee jumps, café area, shops and market stalls.
Melbourne children's attraction open: Saturday and Sunday - 09:00 to 17:00
Melbourne children's attraction admission: Saturday - free, Sunday - charge

 
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