Traveling to the Land Down Under with your kids for a vacation? You’ve made a good holiday choice. Melbourne is one of the top cities of the world in most aspects like education, entertainment and economics. It is known as the cultural capital of Australia and is an international center for visual and performing arts. Melbourne is also classified as a UNESCO City of Literature and is a major city of street art. So if you’re going there for vacation, rest assured that you’ll have plenty to do with your kids. And to make things easier for you, we have complied a list of the top things to do when you travel to Melbourne with your kids.

The Melbourne Aquarium

SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium is home to 10,000 animals including the world’s largest Saltwater Crocodiles which are housed in the Aquarium’s state of the art Croc Liar exhibit. It also has range of interactive facilities available allowing you to explore a ton of underwater options. Its array of amazing displays and the child friendly feel will captivate you and your kids.

Luna Park

Over a century since it’s established, Luna Park continues to provide ample entertainment for the whole family. It has numerous rides that will take you and your kids sky high and get your adrenaline pumping. A whole day can be easily spent trying out the park’s numerous attractions.

Ice House

The Medibank Icehouse is great fun for the whole family. You can get away from the sweltering heat of the day and enjoy its coolness and numerous activites. It even has a Family Happy Hour every weekend so that families with kids can practice skating in a dedicated rink before showing their skills in the public rink. In addition it has a number of themed events which are good to watch.

Puffing Billy

This is something young kids should not miss. The three hour train journey through the scenic Dandenong Ranges is something worth experiencing. It comes complete with a three course meal. A dinner and dancing deal is also available. 

Collingwood Children’s Farm

If you’re not too fond of aquariums, you can try this farm which has a range of farmyard animals on display for the kids. It’s a happy place to be with your family.

Scienceworks

This is a haven for interaction. A place which will stimulate the mind and cause you to explore new vistas of imagination, it is perfect for kids. It has ton of exhibits which are fun to interact with, and educational as well.

The Zoo

A zoo is always a good place for you to take the kids, and Melbourne Zoo with its variety of exotic animals on display is no different. From elephants to penguins, see your favorite animals up close and personal.