Como, with its impressive architecture and extensive garden was the home of the Armytage family for 95 years. It is now possible to explore the life and social history of this family as it was in the 1920s and 1930s and take advantage of the many family activities and programs that have been developed to bring to life the history of those times.

Red Bear's Playhouse

Australia's largest indoor play center has piles of plastic tubing formed into tunnels, ladders, and just piles of tubing which appeal to all ages of children. Cappuccino, television and free newspapers and magazines are provided for the entertainment of the adults.

Gold Treasury Museum

The Gold Treasury symbolizes the wealth of the gold rush era, and showcases a diverse ongoing program of exhibitions. Built on Gold explores the legacy of Victoria's gold.

Healesville Sanctuary

Stroll with kangaroos, meet an emu on the path and encounter colourful birds in a natural bushland setting. An easy drive from Melbourne. Day tours make a great family attraction in Melbourne.

Imax - The Museum Complex

The sights are bigger at Imax Melbourne. See the world as you’ve never seen it before, on the world’s biggest screen at the Imax theatre.

Melbourne Aquarium

Melbourne Aquarium provides an innovative environment where fish are heroes and visitors can achieve the ultimate underwater experience. Walk through clear tubes, surrounded by 7 metres of water, watch great sharks, stingrays and other aquatic life. A total immersion experience from the moment visitors meet their electronic host fish and disappear into the exhibit zones, until they exit experiencing the excitement of state-of-the-art simulator rides.

Melbourne River Cruises

No visit to Melbourne would be complete without an award-winning trip on the Yarra with fantastic views and informative commentary in the comfort of a Melbourne River Cruiser. Choose from the Scenic River Gardens up river cruise, the Port and Docklands down river cruise, or for the complete city experience, the Melbourne Highlights up and down river cruise. All vessels are fully enclosed with on board amenities and snack bar.

Melbourne Zoo

A visit to the internationally acclaimed Melbourne Zoo is a fantastic experience. Wander through an African Rainforest where gorillas bask in the sun, mandrills forage on the forest floor and pygmy hippopotamus drift through the river. Observe otters playing in the rapids or enter the steamy brilliance of the Butterfly House. View Australian animals in the exhibit entitled Australian Bush.

Family Attractions in Melbourne - Old Melbourne Gaol

Victoria’s oldest surviving penal establishment. Today it houses a fascinating exhibition on the 19th century jail life including the death masks and memorabilia of some of Melbourne’s most notorious criminals. Alternatively, book a Night Performance and explore the gaol by candlelight which is fun for family attractions in Melbourne.

Puffing Billy Railway

This world famous steam railway travels through the magnificent Dandenong Ranges from Belgrave, only one hour east of Melbourne, to Emerald Lake Park and Gembrook, every day of the year, except Christmas Day. Together with traditional rail journeys, First Class options available are, Devonshire Tea, Luncheon or Dinner, in luxury fully enclosed dinning carriages. Easily accessible by fast electronic train from Melbourne. .

Queen Victoria Market

Sample a range of fine Victorian and unique Australian produce as you taste your way around the Market. Discover a world of new tastes and flavours, meet friendly traders and gather hints from professional tour guides. Enjoy the spectacle of a Heritage Tour, a journey over the markets 7 hectares, reliving its 120 years of history.

Rialto Towers Observation Deck

For family attractions in Melbourne, check out the spectacular 360-degree panoramic views of Melbourne and surrounds, from the tallest building in the Southern Hemisphere and makes for one of the great family attactions in Melbourne. Facilities include Rialto Vision the award winning sight and sound extravaganza, gift shop, licensed cafe, function room and Zoom City live action cameras.

Rippon Lea

Rippon Lea is the last of Australia’s great privately owned 19th century suburban estates. The Victorian Pleasure garden, of international significance, includes a lake, island and bridges as well as a large Victorian Fernery. The mansion retains much of the Victorian splendour of the Sargood family but also reflects the 1930s Hollywood style of its last owner, Mrs. Louisa Jones.

Royal Botanic Gardens

Discover one of the great gardens of the world, only minutes from Melbourne’s heart. Stroll through landscapes displaying plants from across the globe, join a guided walk or take a self-guided audio tour. Exclusive gift shop and cafes in magnificent setting.

Captain Cook’s Cottage

This family attractions in Melbourne is a historical cottage that Captain Cook purportedly once lived in was transported to its present site from Yorkshire in 1934. The cottage is located in the beautiful Fitzroy Gardens close to the city center and the MCG, you can get to the cottage via the free City Circle tram, which stops a short walking distance from the cottage.The cottage is a place to visit for those interested in Melbourne and Australia’s History, though it may not interest very small children.

Scienceworks Museum

Scienceworks, another great family attraction in Melbourne, is an award winning hands-on science and technology museum. Encompassing the Melbourne Planetarium, Scienceworks features changing exhibitions, historic objects, live shows, tours and events.

Victorias Open Range Zoo at Werribee

Experience a unique wildlife safari. Enjoy close up views of grassland animals from Africa, Australia and Asia. Rhinos range free with giraffe, zebra and antelopes, while hippos wallow in waterholes and kangaroos graze nearby. Facilities include guided safari, walking trails, discovery centre, Meerkat Bistro & Function Centre and Safari Shop, lots of family attractions in Melbourne.