Family activities

Architecture & design

Eureka Skydeck 88

Teeter on The Edge, a switchable glass cube that slides you out from the building's 88th floor for unsurpassed views of Melbourne and far beyond.

Architecture & design

Federation Square

In the tradition of the world's busiest public spaces, "Fed Square" buzzes with a daily program of events, restaurants and cafes and bold galleries.

Museums

Melbourne Museum

Touch and feel your way through local history; give Phar Lap a nod, explore a rainforest, rest in a rollercoaster car, and discover Koori heritage.

Wildlife, zoos & farms

Melbourne Zoo

Get up close with more than 250 species as you explore rainforests, bushland and underwater worlds. Don't miss the zookeeper talks and feeding times!

History & heritage

Old Melbourne Gaol

Sentence yourself to a day of fun or a spooky night at Victoria's oldest prison, which housed tough criminals and the infamous bushranger, Ned Kelly.

Maritime history

Polly Woodside

Climb aboard and roam the decks of the historic Polly Woodside, one of Australia’s last surviving 19th century tall ships. Experience the turbulent trials...

Family

Jams for Juniors 4 - Beethoven Pastoral

Jams for Juniors is the perfect way to introduce babies and toddlers to the magic of music.Pull up a cushion and play along to the harmonies Beethoven...

Family

Jams for Juniors 3: From the New World

Jams for Juniors is the perfect way to introduce babies and toddlers to the magic of music.Pull up a cushion and play along, and explore a new world with...

Sports

ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2020

Headlined by hosting the final at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on International Women’s Day, Melbourne will see a series of blockbuster matches for...

Sports

CommBank Women’s T20 International Tri-Series: Final

Who will make the final for the Commonwealth Bank T20I Tri-Series? In what is going to be an exciting preview to the ICC T20 World Cup, this is a match...

Sports

CommBank Women’s T20 International Tri-Series: Australia vs England

This could be the clash that determines which teams make the final, and with Australia taking on England it is sure to be a match you will not want to...

Sports

CommBank Women’s T20 International Tri-Series: India vs England

Get down to Junction Oval for your chance to see India take on England in the fourth match of the Commonwealth Bank T20 INTL Tri-Series. If you are planning...

Family

Sunset Safari

Experience Werribee Open Range Zoo like never before at Sunset Safari, an exclusive after-hours event.Spend an incredible night out with some of the world’s...

Family

Monski Mouse's Baby Disco Dance Hall

Selling out shows all over the world come find out why Monski Mouse and her Dancers are a hit with children and parents alike. Recently ex-Londoner, Aussie...

Family

Musical Sprouts - A Day In the Life Of You

A musical for children aged two to six, this family show features catchy songs, fun-filled audience participation, live instruments, dance and storytelling...

Nature & wildlife

Wildlife and zoos

Featuring state of the art aquarium, award-winning zoos and parklands teeming with fauna, you don't have to go far in Melbourne to see wildlife.

Things to do

Tours

Explore Melbourne on foot with an expert walking guide, join a bus tour or follow the historic City Circle Tram route on a tour of the city's cafes.

Nature & wildlife

Parks and gardens

Discover abundant parks and leafy gardens in Melbourne and take a break from the hectic pace of the city with a relaxing stroll or picnic on the lawn.

Art & culture

Museums

Delve deep into the history of places near and far at Melbourne's varied museums, dedicated to all manner of the city's quirky local stories.