The best family-friendly activities in Melbourne for parents and kids (Updated November 2026)

Melbourne, Australia
3 Day Combo: Great Ocean Road, Penguin Parade and FREE City Tour

Join us for an exciting 3-day adventure, including a stunning Great Ocean Road tour, a memorable day at the Phillip Island Penguin Parade, and a …More

Join us for an exciting 3-day adventure, including a stunning Great Ocean Road tour, a memorable day at the Phillip Island Penguin Parade, and a...

3 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Melbourne Skydeck General Admission Ticket

Experience Melbourne from the dizzying heights of Melbourne Skydeck, which boasts spectacular 360-degree views of the city. See Melbourne’s most iconic landmarks, spot ships sailing …More

Experience Melbourne from the dizzying heights of Melbourne Skydeck, which boasts spectacular 360-degree views of the city. See Melbourne’s most iconic landmarks, spot ships sailing...

1 to 2 hours Free Cancellation
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$27
Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight over Yarra Valley + Breakfast

Embark on an unforgettable hot air balloon adventure over the beautiful landscape of the Yarra Valley. Our expert pilots select optimal launch sites based on …More

Embark on an unforgettable hot air balloon adventure over the beautiful landscape of the Yarra Valley. Our expert pilots select optimal launch sites based on...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$308
Puffing Billy Phillip Island and Zoo Small Group Hotel Pick Up

Small-group tour by Mercedes mini bus, maximum 14 passengers, hotel pick-up & drop-off within Melbourne CBD. 8–11 AM departure (subject to Puffing Billy tickets). Exact …More

Small-group tour by Mercedes mini bus, maximum 14 passengers, hotel pick-up & drop-off within Melbourne CBD. 8–11 AM departure (subject to Puffing Billy tickets). Exact...

10 to 13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$180
Yarra Valley: Food and Wine Small-Group Tour from Melbourne

Escape the city and treat yourself to a unique Yarra Valley experience that blends indulgence, nature, and unforgettable moments—all in one perfect afternoon. Start your …More

Escape the city and treat yourself to a unique Yarra Valley experience that blends indulgence, nature, and unforgettable moments—all in one perfect afternoon. Start your...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$135
Private Melbourne Tour with a Local: Custom Highlights & Gems

This isn’t a typical sightseeing tour. It’s a City Unscripted experience, crafted entirely around you. Discover Melbourne with a knowledgeable local host who tailors your …More

This isn’t a typical sightseeing tour. It’s a City Unscripted experience, crafted entirely around you. Discover Melbourne with a knowledgeable local host who tailors your...

2 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$38
Melbourne Running Tour: Laneways, Street Art & Coffee

Uncover Melbourne’s hidden stories, street art, and rich history on our Laneways Discovery Running Tour. This guided 8km (5-mile) run begins at 8:00 am from …More

Uncover Melbourne’s hidden stories, street art, and rich history on our Laneways Discovery Running Tour. This guided 8km (5-mile) run begins at 8:00 am from...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$68
Taste of Melbourne: Food, Drink, Laneways & History Tour

This tour is made for those who want to see and taste the best of Melbourne - but don't want to just walk around the …More

This tour is made for those who want to see and taste the best of Melbourne - but don't want to just walk around the...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$94
Phillip Island and French Island Wildlife Expedition

Spend the day with us Island hopping from French Island to Phillip Island getting up close and personal with some of Australia’s cutest and cuddliest …More

Spend the day with us Island hopping from French Island to Phillip Island getting up close and personal with some of Australia’s cutest and cuddliest...

12 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$166
Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise

Spend the day with us as we journey around the bay throughout the Bellarine and Mornington Peninsulas where we will take a stroll along the …More

Spend the day with us as we journey around the bay throughout the Bellarine and Mornington Peninsulas where we will take a stroll along the...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$131
1 Hour Sight seeing Melbourne River Cruise on historic vessel

Classic Cruise's boat's depart from Berth 3, Southgate, every week, Thursday through too Sunday from 10:30am offering 60 minute cruises traveling, both upstream and down. …More

Classic Cruise's boat's depart from Berth 3, Southgate, every week, Thursday through too Sunday from 10:30am offering 60 minute cruises traveling, both upstream and down....

1 hour 10 minutes Free Cancellation
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$24
Great Ocean Road DeepTour 10 Stops 12 Apostles London Bridge

Extra stop: London Bridge. Reverse Great Ocean Rd route. Beat crowds/backlight for perfect photos. Late lunch at 3 PM, bring snacks. Spot kangaroos, koalas, parrots …More

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Extra stop: London Bridge. Reverse Great Ocean Rd route. Beat crowds/backlight for perfect photos. Late lunch at 3 PM, bring snacks. Spot kangaroos, koalas, parrots...

12 hours Free Cancellation
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$59
English Melbourne Walking Tour

Take a 2-hour tour of Melbourne’s historic CBD and see the key sights, hear fascinating stories, and discover some hidden details. Starting at Federation Square, …More

Take a 2-hour tour of Melbourne’s historic CBD and see the key sights, hear fascinating stories, and discover some hidden details. Starting at Federation Square,...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$17
Yarra Valley Balloon Flight + Breakfast & Melbourne Pickup

Embark on an unforgettable hot air balloon adventure over the beautiful landscape of the Yarra Valley. The expert pilots select optimal launch sites based on …More

Embark on an unforgettable hot air balloon adventure over the beautiful landscape of the Yarra Valley. The expert pilots select optimal launch sites based on...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$326
Melbourne Street Art Tour

Melbourne Street Art Tours showcase the best of Melbourne's laneways and street art. As the tours are run entirely by street artists, they offer an …More

Melbourne Street Art Tours showcase the best of Melbourne's laneways and street art. As the tours are run entirely by street artists, they offer an...

3 hours 5 minutes Free Cancellation
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$59
Melbourne Private Multicultural Markets Food Tour

The markets of Melbourne are buzzing, colourful reflections of the city’s soul. Half of Aussies are first- or second-generation immigrants, and this diverse cultural tapestry …More

The markets of Melbourne are buzzing, colourful reflections of the city’s soul. Half of Aussies are first- or second-generation immigrants, and this diverse cultural tapestry...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$32
Mornington Peninsula Food and Wine Taste Trail

If you enjoy sampling the produce of the area, sample beer and wine as well as enjoying the picturesque scenery of the Mornington Peninsula. Then …More

If you enjoy sampling the produce of the area, sample beer and wine as well as enjoying the picturesque scenery of the Mornington Peninsula. Then...

9 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$138
‘Have a Go’ Clay Target Shooting - Victoria (Werribee)

Olympic and Commonwealth Gold Medallists Russell and Lauryn Mark formed Go Shooting in 1999. We are Australia’s largest and oldest corporate clay target shooting company. …More

Olympic and Commonwealth Gold Medallists Russell and Lauryn Mark formed Go Shooting in 1999. We are Australia’s largest and oldest corporate clay target shooting company....

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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Mornington Peninsula Day Tour. Your Day Your Way. Your group only

The Mornington Peninsula, located just over an hour from Melbourne, is one of Victoria's most picturesque coastal destinations. Known for its beautiful beaches, rolling vineyards, …More

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The Mornington Peninsula, located just over an hour from Melbourne, is one of Victoria's most picturesque coastal destinations. Known for its beautiful beaches, rolling vineyards,...

10 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$124
Full-Day Mount Buller Tour

Spend a day on one of Victoria's premier Ski and Alpine resorts Mount Buller. Departing Melbourne early to ensure that you can spend upwards of …More

Spend a day on one of Victoria's premier Ski and Alpine resorts Mount Buller. Departing Melbourne early to ensure that you can spend upwards of...

15 hours Free Cancellation
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$101
Melbourne to Adelaide 3-Day Great Ocean Road & Grampians Tour

3 day Ocean to Mountains tour from Melbourne to Adelaide revealing the highlights and hidden gems of the Great Ocean Road and Grampians. Travel the …More

3 day Ocean to Mountains tour from Melbourne to Adelaide revealing the highlights and hidden gems of the Great Ocean Road and Grampians. Travel the...

3 days
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$660
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