The Best Things to Do in Ballarat with Kids

The Best Things to Do in Ballarat with Kids

Ballarat, Victoria’s largest inland city, is a mere 90-minute drive from Melbourne’s CBD making a perfect day trip destination for families in the city.. In fact, with a plethora of things to do in Ballarat with kids, it’s a destination you could spend a few days exploring.  Having spent my first year of university in …

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MCG Tour : Exploring the Heart of Australia’s Sports Capital

MCG Tour in Melbourne with the family

Regarded as the beating heart of Australia’s sports capital, the MCG is more than just a venue; it’s a revered institution where history, culture, and athletic excellence converge. As fans from across the globe flock to its hallowed grounds, the MCG Tour offers a unique opportunity to delve into the annals of sporting heritage, relive …

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Free Things to Do in Melbourne with Kids

Free Things to Do in Melbourne with Kids

Welcome to the ultimate Free Things to Do in Melbourne with Kids guide! If you’re looking for budget-friendly and super-fun activities to enjoy with your little ones in the vibrant city of Melbourne, you’ve come to the right place.  From enchanting parks and captivating museums to scenic river walks and interactive cultural experiences, this article …

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Visiting Met Art World Melbourne

Visiting Met Art World in Melbourne

When visiting Art Galleries with the kids it is rare to find one where they can put their hands all over the artwork. Enter Melbourne’s Met Art World, the biggest metal art gallery in Australia where the children can literally touch everything across every single exhibit. You need to add this to your things to …

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Visiting Adventure Park Geelong Water Park

Adventure Park Geelong Water Park with kids is the biggest theme park in the state

When the temperatures soar, heading to a water park is an ideal day out to cool down. Adventure Park Geelong, located in Victoria, is the biggest water park in the entire region and offers a bounty of thrilling rides and attractions for both kids and adults to enjoy.  Adventure Park creates a fun-filled atmosphere that …

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Exploring Old Melbourne Gaol with Kids

Exploring Old Melbourne Gaol

To truly understand a city, it’s essential to explore its historical foundations and learn about its evolution over time. During our recent trip to Melbourne Victoria, we made sure to reserve a few hours in our busy schedule to visit the Old Melbourne Gaol.  Our family adores history and always sniffs out an old gaol …

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Things to do at Kryal Castle Ballarat with Kids

Things to do at Kryal Castle Ballarat Victoria

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Kryal Castle Ballarat with kids. This captivating medieval attraction nestled in Ballarat was first established in the early 1970s, and has been captivating guests of all ages with its array of interactive activities, fascinating demonstrations, and captivating displays ever since.  Prepare to be …

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Drive from Sydney to Melbourne Roadtrip

Sydney to Melbourne Drive

Drive from Sydney to Melbourne is an easy road trip that will either take you along the incredible coastline of NSW and Victoria or through the countryside between Australia’s two largest cities.  Whether you are looking for the most picturesque or the fastest route, we answer all your questions and provide suggestions to help you …

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Things to do in Beechworth Victoria with Kids

Things to do in Beechworth

Beechworth is a stunning township in North-Eastern Victoria, perhaps the best preserved historic gold-mining town in Australia. There are a plethora of things to do in Beechworth Victoria with kids (or without) making it the perfect weekend destination from Melbourne or the spot for a longer stay.   My first visit to Beechworth was on Grade …

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Where to Go Ice Skating in Melbourne

Ice skating in Melbourne

From toddlers through to teens, everyone can have fun on the ice rink. But where can you go ice skating in Melbourne? You’re actually spoilt for choice with Melbourne boasting the largest ice skating rink in Australia!  Grab your skates (or you can hire them!) and head to one of the Melbourne ice skating rinks …

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The Best Bookshops in Melbourne

Melbourne Bookshops | The best Bookshops in Melbourne

Whenever we head to a new city one of our first tasks is locating all the bookshops. Well, at least ONE good bookshop to be honest. As regular visitors to Victoria, knowing where the best bookshops in Melbourne are is important for our travels, so of course, this means I’ve created a list. Did you …

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Things to do in Bendigo with Kids

Things to do with kids in Bendigo

Growing up in regional Victoria, a trip to Bendigo was always exciting because the city boasted a Myer Department Store, a Movie theatre and more. In fact, there were numerous things to do in Bendigo with kids that my parents often took us there for special occasions. As bonafide history buffs, we love exploring Bendigo …

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Things to do in Bright with Kids

Things to do in Bright with kids

With a bounty of things to do in Bright with kids (or without) it is possibly the best place to base yourself when exploring the Victorian high country.  The historic township of Bright itself is around 3.5 hours from Melbourne (and in our case, around 7 hours from Sydney). It has become one of the …

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