When I developed a list of free attraction passes for Sydney teachers, several of our Listers reached out and asked if I could do the same for Melbourne educators. Of course, I had to oblige and have worked to create a list abundant in options for my teacher friends in Victoria.
If you’re a Melbourne educator with a curious family in tow, you’re in luck. There are loads of engaging, educational places to explore around the city, often for free. We’ve rounded them up to make them easier to find, so you can spend less time searching and more time enjoying the day.
For most of these opportunities, you will need to be registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT), and there are specific conditions for some. This said, I do hope that a few help you to explore Melbourne and stretch your budget.
Free Attraction Passes for Melbourne Teachers
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Free Teacher Passes
Museum Teachers
Museum Teachers is a free program open to all Victorian teachers and educators, designed to support high-quality learning through Victoria’s museums.
Run by Museums Victoria, the program provides free access to Melbourne Museum, Scienceworks and the Immigration Museum, along with professional learning opportunities, classroom and early learning resources, and exclusive invitations to exhibition previews and special events, making it an invaluable resource for educators across the state.
Membership is free and comes with a bevy of benefits, including free general entry to Melbourne Museum, Scienceworks and the Immigration Museum (excluding touring exhibitions, IMAX Melbourne, Royal Exhibition Building events, Melbourne Planetarium and the Lightning Room).
To receive your pass, you will need to head over to the Museum Teachers registration page.
Melbourne Symphony Orchestra’s Teachers’ Lounge
Love classical music, or ever wondered what it’s like to sit in the audience for a symphony orchestra performance? If so, the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra’s Teachers Lounge is well worth signing up for. Complimentary membership is available to current early childhood, primary and secondary teachers and comes with a range of benefits, including complimentary and discounted tickets to select MSO concerts.
To take advantage of this benefit, head over to the MSO Teacher’s Lounge to sign up.
Melbourne United Teacher Ambassador Program
Love basketball? Or have a soft spot for Melbourne United? If so, the Melbourne United Teacher Ambassador Program is one to know about. Designed to inspire, enrich and recognise teachers across Victoria, the program is open to both primary and secondary educators who are passionate about growing the game within their school and local community.
By nominating yourself as a Teacher Ambassador, you’ll gain a unique inner-sanctum experience with Melbourne United and play an active role in championing the club at your school. Membership benefits include four complimentary tickets to a Melbourne United home game — a great perk for sports-loving teachers and their families.
Head across to the Melbourne United Teacher Ambassador Program portal to sign up – it’s FREE!
O’Brien Icehouse
If you ask us, O’Brien Icehouse is the best spot for iceskating in Melbourne. They are also one of the most generous deals for teachers, with teachers always skating for free. This includes free skating admission, free skate hire and access to exclusive school package deals.
To take advantage of this offer, teachers do need to register their details before visiting. Full details here.
ArtVo
ArtVo was Australia’s first immersive “trick-art” gallery, offering unbelievable scenes and priceless photo opportunities. This self-guided experience, suitable for all ages and group sizes, invites visitors to step into the artwork and capture memories with family and friends.
Head over to the ArtVo teacher registration for your free admission.
National Trust of Australia (Victoria)
Trust Teacher Tours give educators the chance to experience NTV excursions firsthand, free of charge. On a guided tour with an Education Coordinator, teachers explore the program from a student’s perspective, learn how it aligns with the curriculum, and get introduced to comprehensive teacher resource packs to support classroom learning.
To book a tour for yourself, you will need to reach out to the National Trust team here.
Teacher Days and Events
LEGOLAND Discovery Centre
LEGOLAND Discovery Centre hosts a Teachers’ Information Evening each year, an after-hours event giving educators the chance to explore everything on offer before booking an excursion. The evening showcases their STEM LEGO workshops and resources, with opportunities to ask questions and interact with the team, and best of all, it’s free to attend.
Head to the LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Teacher Information for updates.
Teacher Memberships and Benefits
Zoos Victoria Membership
Join Zoos Victoria as a Teacher member for $120 per year and become part of a connected community of educators using real-world learning to make a difference. Membership gives you everyday entry to Melbourne Zoo, Werribee Open Range Zoo, Healesville Sanctuary and Kyabram Fauna Park, plus free reciprocal entry to Taronga Zoo, Western Plains Zoo, Adelaide Zoo, Monarto Zoo and Perth Zoo. Kids under 16 join free with an adult membership from the same household — and there’s plenty more to enjoy!
Head to the Zoos Victoria teacher membership for details.
ACMI Membership
If screen culture is your thing, ACMI membership is a must. Whether you love film, gaming or exploring new digital worlds, membership unlocks discounted tickets, exclusive preview events, shop discounts and the option to add a full year of exhibition access. Even better, all VIT-registered teachers are eligible for one free year of ACMI membership.
Head to ACMI for your FREE ACMI Teacher Membership.
State Library of Victoria
This one isn’t just for teachers; all Victorians can benefit! State Library Victoria offers free access to its extensive collections, resources, and expert staff. By joining as a free Access Member, you become part of the Library community and can explore the collections anytime, anywhere.
Signup for the State Library Victoria membership.
Consider this your permission slip to play tourist in your own city. With a little insider knowledge, being a Melbourne educator comes with some pretty great family perks.
Make sure to check out our best Melbourne annual passes for families for more savings.