Exploring Melbourne with kids on a budget? Check out our guide to the top free family-friendly activities in the city!
Road to Zero: Road Safety Experience
Don’t miss the interactive Road to Zero experience at Melbourne Museum! Dive into the science of road safety through interactive exhibits, virtual reality, and more. Best of all, it’s FREE for everyone!
Shrine of Remembrance
If you’re looking for free things to do in Melbourne, visiting the Shrine of Remembrance is a great choice. Established in 1934, the Shrine of Remembrance was designated as the National War Memorial of Victoria.
Scavenger Hunt – Fitzroy Gardens
Midweek adventure seekers, don’t miss the Scavenger Hunt at Fitzroy Gardens! Explore this heritage-listed gem with the kids, and watch their eyes light up at the enchanting Fairies Tree and the miniature Tudor village – it’s like stepping into a giant’s world!
NGV KIDS’ Exhibition
NGV International offers diverse kids programs, connecting young visitors to global art and culture. Enjoy self-guided activities and an immersive kids corner, open Tue-Fri, 10am-5pm, with Free entry!
Royal Botanic Gardens
Only a short walk from the National Gallery of Victoria, the Arid Garden at the Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne unveils the captivating world of cacti and succulents!
Visit the State Library of Victoria
Explore Victoria’s oldest public library – or your local one! Established in 1854, the State Library of Victoria offers fascinating spaces like the Ian Potter Queen’s Hall and the domed reading room. Join a free Library Tour, enjoy a Storytime session, or relax with a picnic and giant chess on the lawn.
Daring Play Adventure
Southbank Boulevard Play Space: A thrilling adventure for daring kids! Designed by artist Mike Hewson, this playground offers an illusion of excitement with giant, mobile bluestone boulders, uneven surfaces, faux pavers, and a slide that appears to hang by a rope!
ACMI
Explore the realms of film, TV, video games, and art at ACMI. ACMI has something for your little ones too, with kids’ films, school holiday workshops, interactive experiences, and educational programs. Entry to ACMI is free for both adults and kids, but some exhibitions and films may require tickets.
These vintage W-Class Route 35 trams offer a stylish and cost-free way to explore central Melbourne. Experience the city from a new perspective as these iconic carriages connect Docklands to Parliament, making them the perfect choice for your next city sightseeing adventure.”
Hop on board the FREE City Circle trams!
These vintage W-Class Route 35 trams offer a stylish and cost-free way to explore central Melbourne. Experience the city from a new perspective as these iconic carriages connect Docklands to Parliament, making them the perfect choice for your next city sightseeing adventure.”
Explore the best playgrounds in Melbourne.
From towering slides to intricate climbing frames, these playgrounds are the perfect destinations for an afternoon of free fun and adventure. Join us as we explore the best playground in Melbourne and unlock the joy of limitless play.
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