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Things to Do with Kids and Accommodation for Families

View of the skyscrapers in the CBD framed by the Middle Brighton Pier to the left and the beach on the right.

Best Beaches in Melbourne for Kids

Melbourne has many beaches – use our tool to tell you the best beach for today's weather or read our lists to plan a family visit in the future.

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Things to Do with Kids

Traditional Chinese style gardens, pond and temples

16 Best Things To Do in Bendigo with Kids in 2024

Take your kids back in time to the gold rush, see fun and engaging modern art, theatre and gardens, and relax (and play) by the lakeside – all in Bendigo!

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Best Things to Do with Kids in Ballarat 2022 - Families on horse coach ride at Sovereign Hill, Ballarat

16 Best Things To Do in Ballarat with Kids in 2024

As Victoria's third-largest city, Ballarat has an abundance of family-friendly activities and experiences. Ballarat was at the centre of the Victorian gold rush in the 1850s and many of its best things to see and do are from around that time...

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View of Lakes Entrance from Lakes Entrance Lookout.

6 Best Things To Do in Lakes Entrance with Kids in 2024

Lakes Entrance is one of the most popular seaside destination in Victoria for family holidays. Check out of list of the Best things to do at Lakes Entrance in 2022!

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An aerial panorama of Bright, Victoria.

7 Best Things To Do in Bright with Kids in 2024

In the centre of Victorian High Country, Bright has activities for families in all the seasons from skiing in the snow, walking and cycling in the autumn to swimming in the summer river pool.

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Family running along the bridge in front of the ocean at Stingray Bay.

16 Best Things To Do in Warrnambool with Kids in 2024

Whales, awesome playgrounds and volcanoes – there's lots to see and do with kids in Warrnambool and nearby!

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Reflections on Lake Daylesford with Restaurant.

10 Best Things To Do in Daylesford with Kids in 2024

Daylesford has lots of attractions for families as well as grown ups with lakes, playgrounds, mineral springs, botanic gardens, lookouts, waterfalls and horse rides on offer all year round. And even more if you make it your basecamp for the nearby towns!

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Family flying a kite and having a picnic with Hanging Rock in the background

5 Best Things To Do around Macedon with Kids in 2024

An hour's drive into the hills North West of Melbourne you'll find the trendy town of Macedon, Victoria. Get inspired for things to do and see with kids in and around Macedon.

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The top thing to do in Echuca: cruise the iconic river on a historic paddlesteamer. Murray River, Echuca, Victoria.

16 Best Things To Do in Echuca and Moama with Kids in 2024

The border towns of Echuca and Moama on the Murray River are fantastic holiday spots for families. Catch historic paddlesteamers, paddleboard down the river, bike around to discover river beaches – the towns are full of activities for kids of all ages!

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Bollards by the Bay at Geelong Waterfront, part of the Geelong Baywalk Bollards Trail

16 Best Things To Do in Geelong with Kids in 2024

Geelong is only an hour away from Melbourne, but full of days of family adventures with a historic waterfront, interactive art galleries and museums and day trips to the Bellarine Peninsula.

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Little Penguin with the Nobbies in the background, Phillip Island.

19 Best Things To Do in Phillip Island with Kids in 2024

Top things to do in Phillip Island - the Penguin Parade, Phillip Island beaches, wildlife and more.

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Luna Park amusement park in St Kilda, Melbourne.

Things to do in Melbourne

The top attractions and fun things to do and see with kids in Melbourne

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Kids at Patrolled Beach with Flags at Rye, Mornington Peninsula.

Things to do in Victoria

Victoria offers a huge amount of things to see and do with your kids. See our list of the most popular destinations and attractions!

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Sunset on Twelve Apostles at Port Campbell, Great Ocean Road.

Things to do with kids along the Great Ocean Road

Read our travel guide for things to do and see with kids around the Great Ocean Road, Victoria.

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Holiday Ideas for Families

Family running along the bridge in front of the ocean at Stingray Bay.

Family Holidays in Victoria

When it comes to a long break away from the routine of childcare and school – Victoria doesn't disappoint! Check out our picks for spending a full week away from home.

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Flowers and Statutory Pavilion at the Ballarat Botanical Gardens Reserve.

Great Weekends Away in Victoria for Families

Victoria has an amazing range of destinations for a fun weekend away on a roadtrip with your kids. From surfing at the world famous Torquay, to enjoying the harbour at Portland or having adventures on paddle-steamers in Echuca. Get inspired to travel!

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Family looking at fish, stingrays and sharks at SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium.

Melbourne Attractions Keypass - Get 25% off tickets to Melbourne attractions using the Keypass or Spin the Wheel to win free tickets

Get 25% off tickets to Melbourne attractions using the Keypass. Or Spin the Wheel for free to win free tickets or up to $50 off vouchers.

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Kid at the waterfall glass at the entrance to the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV).

NGV Kids Summer Festival and NGV Kids on Tour around Victoria 2022 - National Gallery of Victoria

In January 2022 the National Gallery of Victoria is taking its NGV Kids exhibitions around Victoria - here's how to book tickets near you

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Accommodation for Families

Houseboat on the Murray River near Echuca-Moama

Echuca's Best Family Accommodation

The twin towns of Echuca-Moama on the Murray River are fantastic holiday spots for families. Catch a historic paddlesteamer boat from Echuca on the Victoria side of the border or visit the Moama Adventure Playpark with activities from babies to teenagers.

Aerial view of Lake Pertobe behind the beach on Lady Bay. Warrnambool, Victoria.

Warrnambool's Best Family Accommodation

Warrnambool is a great basecamp for day trips into the regional parks inland and to visit the protected marine sanctuaries along the coast.

View of Lakes Entrance from Lakes Entrance Lookout.

Lakes Entrance's Best Family Accommodation

Lakes Entrance is a regular go-to for most Victorian families during Summer and Spring breaks. There's a range of accommodation options befitting a resort destination, from holiday parks, motels, to hotels and full self-catered apartments.

A family having a rest in Rosalind Park, Bendigo, Victoria.

Bendigo's Best Family Accommodation

Bendigo is a 2 hours drive away family getaway waiting for you! Perfect for anything from a long weekend to a multi-week school holiday escape.

Kids learning how to pan for gold at Sovereign Hill, Ballarat

Ballarat's Best Family Accommodation

Ballarat is gold for busy adventures through history at attractions like Sovereign Hill and Kryal Castle, to actually panning for gold at the many streams in the goldfields.

Mount Macedon from the Air.

Macedon's Best Family Accommodation

Stay in Macedon and the surrounds to really feel like you're away from the big city while being only an hour away.

Ducks in the Ovens River beside the Bright Splash Park.

Bright's Best Family Accommodation

Bright – nestled amongst the mountains – is the most popular basecamp town for activities in the Victorian High Country. Get ready for adventures for every school holiday season sunshine, rain or snow!

Sunset on Twelve Apostles at Port Campbell, Great Ocean Road.

Great Ocean Road's Best Family Accommodation

The Great Ocean Road offers truly unique views and family experiences. Accommodation options range from resorts, holiday parks along the foreshore, to luxury homes nestled in the hills overlooking the coastline.

Foreshore at Eastern Beach Geelong with the sea baths in view and a section of the children's pool.

Geelong's Best Family Accommodation

Stay in dynamic Geelong – from sleek Eastern Beach apartments, to full house stays near cafes, and fun holiday parks along the Barwon river.

Arial photo of Lake Dayleford showing the Lerderderg Track.

Daylesford's Best Family Accommodation

Daylesford, Victoria, is famous for its spas and romantic getaways, but it's also an equally great weekend and short getaway destination for families. It's only a 1.5 hours drive away from Melbourne, which means you can visit on a day trip or a short stay.

Penguin parade from the air with Phillip Island coastline in the background

Phillip Island's Best Family Accommodation

Phillip Island is one of Victoria’s most popular holiday destinations for families for both weekends away and longer stays. Find the best family-friendly accommodation for visiting the Penguin Parade and other Phillip Island gems.