Victoria is brimming with family-friendly activities perfect for the spring season. Make the most of the sunny and bright Spring days with thrilling adventures in the treetops and unique wildlife encounters. Here’s a list of the top activities in Victoria to keep the kids entertained this Spring!
Nestled in the beautiful hinterland of Arthurs Seat, Enchanted Adventure is the home of outdoor fun and excitement for all ages. Kids will love activities like the Tube Slides, Canopy Walk, Sky Scramble, and Giant Brain Teasers, but the star of the show is Tree Surfing, a high ropes adventure with ziplines, swinging rope bridges, and suspended tunnels. There’s a Grand Course for teens and adults and a Nippers Course for younger adventurers.
With themed gardens, hedge mazes, and giant sculptures, families can enjoy a full day of exploration and adventure. Pre-booking for Tree Surfing is recommended, especially during the busy spring school holidays.
Located in the heart of the Otway Ranges, the Otway Fly Treetop Walk offers a breathtaking birds-eye view of the rainforest from 25 metres above the ground. This immersive experience includes a 600-metre-long elevated canopy walkway, offering stunning views of the surrounding forest.
For families looking for more adrenaline, the Otway Fly Zipline Eco-Tour is an exciting 2.5-hour adventure where participants zip between treetop platforms, guided by experienced eco-rangers. Kids will also love discovering the magical Enchanted Forest, complete with fairies and dragons hidden along the trail.
For chocolate lovers, Panny’s Phillip Island Chocolate Factory is a deliciously fun destination. Kids can explore Panny’s Amazing World of Chocolate, featuring interactive, educational exhibits like a two-metre chocolate statue of Michelangelo’s David and a 12,000-piece chocolate mosaic of Dame Edna. Witness the incredible chocolate waterfall, where 400 kilograms of molten chocolate poverflows every three minutes.
Children will enjoy trying to lift a one-tonne block of chocolate and can watch chocolatiers at work. Don’t forget to indulge in the chocolate treats available, and every visitor receives a complimentary chocolate ticket!
Victoria’s largest theme park, Adventure Park Geelong, is perfect for a fun-filled family day. With exciting water slides like the Tsunami and Tornado and thrill rides like the Crazy Coaster, there’s something for everyone. The park also features the Little Buggy Speedway, where kids can jump into miniature cars and race around a track.
For younger kids, the Tiny Tots Splashzone offers endless water play activities, with slides, waterfalls, and spray cannons. The park is reopening in November, so it’s the perfect destination to kick off the warmer spring days.
ArtVo is Australia’s first immersive art gallery, where kids and adults alike can interact with incredible hand-painted murals that create optical illusions. From scaling mountains to riding waves, the possibilities for creative photography are endless.
Located at The District Docklands, this gallery encourages visitors to become part of the art. The new Fantasy theme, which spans the entire gallery, allows families to explore ocean depths, polar ice caps, and even outer space. It’s an unforgettable experience that will leave you with priceless photos and memories.
Step back in time and experience the stunning Walhalla Goldfields Railway. This historic train journey winds through the scenic Stringers Gorge, crossing seven impressive bridges along the way.
The journey from Walhalla Station to Thomson Station offers spectacular views of the gorge, and families can enjoy a stop at Thomson Station before returning to Walhalla. For train buffs, the Ride in the Cab Experience gives kids the chance to see the railway from the locomotive cab. Take the train’s fantastic night journey and get a hot chocolate at Thomson station for your return!
Go on an African safari just 30 minutes from Melbourne at Werribee Open Range Zoo. Take a free guided safari through the savannah, where you’ll see giraffes, zebras, and rhinos up close. On the walking trails, you can come face to face with lions, gorillas, and hippos.
For a more immersive experience, consider booking a Slumber Safari, where families can stay overnight and explore the zoo after dark. Kids will love the special African music and drum workshops during the spring school holidays, making it a memorable adventure for everyone.
Meet Australia’s iconic animals at Ballarat Wildlife Park, home to over 100 free-roaming kangaroos, koalas, wombats, and even Sumatran tigers. Kids can hand-feed the kangaroos and take part in exciting Animal Encounters where they can pat a koala, cuddle a wombat, or even feed a tiger.
Don’t miss the daily animal presentations, where you can see one of Australia’s biggest crocodiles, Crunch, in action. The park also has a cafe and picnic areas, making it a perfect destination for a family day out.
Spring is the ideal time to hit the water, and the Murray River is the perfect spot for family water sports. From waterskiing and wakeboarding to leisurely paddle steamer rides, there’s plenty to enjoy. Families can rent kayaks or canoes for a more relaxed adventure or hop on a BBQ boat for a unique experience on the water.
The region also offers great spots for fishing, so pack your gear and try your hand at catching the famous Murray cod. Why not enjoy one of the many Splash parks and Water Play Zone’s in the region such as Yarrawonga Splash Park, and Aquazone!
For younger children, MoPA (Museum of Play and Art) in Geelong offers a range of play-based learning activities and interactive exhibits designed to spark creativity and imagination. Set in a beautiful historic building, the museum features two levels of play areas and a cafe for parents to relax while the kids explore.
MoPA is perfect for families with toddlers and young children, providing a fun and educational day out filled with art, play, and exploration.
From treetop walks and zipline adventures to wildlife encounters and chocolate-filled fun, Victoria has no shortage of activities for the kids this spring. Whether you’re seeking thrills or looking to immerse yourself in nature, there’s something for every family to enjoy!
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