Top 64 places for Family Fun in the South East

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There are SO many AMAZING places for family fun in the South - and whilst we may not be able to get to them all just yet - we can still support them by buying some vouchers to use in the future and making sure to add them to our MUST VISIT list when we can!

Mamma’s found some of the best family fun ideas in Melbourne’s South East and added them in one handy spot! There’s playcentres, animal farm fun, arty play, messy play, mini golf, arcade fun and more!

So sit back and peruse our TOP 64 places for family fun in Melbourne’s South East!

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national vietnam veterans museum, phillip island

moorabbin air musuem, moorabbin

The Australian National Aviation Museum (say that three times quickly) is a true surprise and delight. Located within the Moorabbin Airport district the planes are both on the ground and constantly flying overhead

harry potter: a forbidden forest experience, mount martha

Experience the enchanted illuminated forest filled with all the wizardry wonder and muggle madness you'd expect from Harry Potter!

south gippsland tank adventures, wonyip

Perched high up on a hill in the Strzelecki Ranges, amidst a beautiful tree rainforest and the most spectacular views, you will find South Gippsland Tank Adventures.

dinosaur world, somerville

Dinosaur fans UNITE! Every kid Mamma knows loves dinosaurs, so add this to your to do list ASAP if you haven't already.

enchanted adventure, arthurs seat

This is one jam-packed adventure garden! The fun just keeps on coming.

sunset penguin tours, st kilda pier

What a perfect adventure – a penguin-watching experience at the St Kilda Breakwater wall, where around 1400 Little Penguins make their way to shore at sunset, and the knowledgeable staff are great with kids and questions!

rain room, st kilda

You will LOVE waltzing through a never-ending rain shower without a single drop falling on your head!

pony rides @ edwards park, port melbourne

Choose a pony, give him a little pat and take him for a slow 10 minute trot around the park

deluxe safari tent @ park lane holiday park, phillip island

Now THIS is the only way this Mamma will go camping ever again! Luxury Glamping at its finest!

the funky farm, hastings

All Mamma can say is - wow! What an experience the wonderful Funky Farm is. Where else can you cuddle a wombat? Walk with emus? Wander amongst the wallabies and wonder at the prehistoric likeness of the saltwater crocodiles?

red hill lavender farm, red hill

Rows amongst rows of gorgeous lavender, set amongst the hills of beautiful Main Ridge, it’s simply the most picturesque spot,

noble park aquatic centre, noble park

Noble Park Aquatic Centre is a FANTASTIC place to cool off over summer!

gumbuya world, tynong

A theme park that is SUPER fun for the whole family. It’s an animal park, has rollercoasters and thrill rides, and Mamma’s favourite place to cool off at the GIANT water park. You'll find this theme park on the way to Gippsland and is a summer hit!

the christmas tree farm, moorooduc

It’s time to go an adventure and immerse yourself in the Christmas spirit - and there is NO better place to do just that, than at The Christmas Tree Farm!

story time @ dinosaur world, somerville

Did you know that you can have story time with the DINOS?!

the big goose, moorooduc

You may think if you have seen one animal farm, then you have seen them all. Let mamma assure you, this is most definitely not the case.

sandy mini golf, sandringham

A great, tricky but fun course for the whole family!

phillip island circuit go karts, ventnor

Take a hot lap around the Phillip Island Circuit track, and take in those incredible views!

antarctic journey @ nobbies discovery centre, summerlands

Take a journey to the Antarctic and learn all about the amazing wildlife and their habitat.

amaze n things, cowes

There are doors and entrance ways that lead to different themed rooms, each one more spectacular and kooky than the next.

mornington heritage train railway, mornington

Step back in time and jump on board your booth carriage. Open up the windows and let the fresh peninsula air refresh your face as you watch the scenery zoom past.

ashcombe maze and lavender gardens, shoreham

Everywhere you look the view is breathtaking, with an onsite cafe - it’s the perfect way to spend the day!

crystal world & prehistoric journeys exhibitions, devon meadows

This place is incredible and home to Rosie the Shark!

myuna farm, doveton

A farm with a playground, feeding trail, nursery, pony rides AND a tractor!

ripponlea gardens and estate, ripponlea

For an EPIC garden adventure you can to go past these famous gardens.

boneo discovery park, fingal

This place has all the magic ingredients for a perfect family day out!

bunjil place, narre warren

The NEW epicentre of culture in the City of Casey

searoad ferries - foot passenger, sorrento - queenscliff

Here's a great way to spend a day - sail across the bay! You may be lucky and have dolphins swim beside you!

panorama garden estate - wildlife sanctuary & secret gardens, boneo

This is truly an experience like no other. Where else will you find a family of Albino kangaroos hopping about?

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superzu, dingley

WARNING: This is not your average play centre. Be prepared to be lost in the jungle for a few hours, as you have a safari good time and this incredible indoor play centre.

crocs indoor playcentre, clayton

When the weather gets wetter and the kids need a space to run - head to Crocs! Perfect for rainy day play fun!

gravity zone, seaford

Where else can you burn off excess energy on over 180 trampolines, multi-level laser tag area and a toddler indoor play zone? Gravity Zone is in a league of its own!

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hopscotch play cafe, narre warren south

There’s a library, laundry, nursery, cubby-house/backyard, kitchen, shop (complete with an ATM) and a construction zone. Guaranteed perfection for toddler indoor play!

legoland discovery centre, chadstone

Everything really is AWESOME down at Legoland - indoor play perfection!

archie brothers cirque electriq, moorabbin

Knock down some pins with their multi-lane Ten Pin Bowling, test your skills in the HUGE arcade arena, putt-loose in the 19 hole mini-golf course and fight your way through a Virtual Reality world at Zero Latency.

we rock the spectrum, berwick

This sensory gym offers open play sessions of up to two hours, where kids can play in an environment that is far more calm than regular play centres.

bike skills indoor bike park, bentleigh east

This all-weather indoor park boasts a range of facilities aimed at bike users from 3-13 years old such as a pump track, mountain bike track and a toddler mini track.

paint a pot @ fountain gate, narre warren

Here’s a spot the whole family will love! Painting, pizza, pastries and play are all on offer.

smash splash, oakleigh

Feel like smashing, crashing or splashing out some rage? Then THIS is the place you NEED to visit!

paint a pot, narre warren

Not only can you make a work of art here; but there’s a toddler indoor play area AND a cafe!

fizz kidz, cheltenham

Mamma has a bubbly feeling your children are going to have a fizzing good time here these school holidays!

king tutts putt putt @ le mans entertainment, dandenong south

Putt loose on this awesome glow in the dark indoor mini golf!

candle making workshops @ red hill candle co, dromana

Here’s an awesome experience that will linger for months to come!

lollipops, noble park

Your kids (AND YOU!) will love this play centre so much!

crocs, moorabbin

Playcentres; is there a better way to entertain the kids on a rainy day?

MoPA (museum of play and art) sandringham,

You’re going to LOVE this BRAND NEW museum!! Bookings are ESSENTIAL as it is sure to be very popular!

holey moley bayside, frankston

You’re in for a HOLE lot of fun at this great spot!
Whether your’re bringing your kids for a family fun day or heading out on a date night - you are sure to find this eclectic place above par.

glaze it, elsternwick

Here you can roam the store looking at hundreds of pottery creations - waiting for the right one to jump out at you.

le mans entertainment, dandenong south

If you’re looking for some awesome family fun - you have found it!
Here you can make a full day of adventure. Choose from one or all of the activities on offer.

frolicz family hub, cranbourne west

This spot is a little family treasure! All the fun and action of a larger play centre, without the huge crowds.

mr slot car, hallam

You NEED to check out this place - its’s SO much fun! It’s like Hot Wheels on steroids!

milestone party and play centre, cranbourne

Milestone Party and Play Centre not only has ALL the great play features we love, with huge multi story play structures, racing slides, ball pits and a gated 0-3 area - they also offer sensory sessions!

twisted science, moorabbin

This incredible new Twisted Science centre is the latest and GREATEST family fun in the South!

messy studio @ funtopia, carrum downs

As if Funtopia wasn’t already paradise for kids, they have added ANOTHER element to captivate and entertain the little ones!

kidd's days @ inflatable land, mornington

Designed solely for ages up to 4, there are heaps of little activities that are going to entertain and challenge them.

general public, frankston

WOW- this place is AWESOME!!

bounce, keysborough

BOUNCE has EVERYTHING to keep all ages happy! The perfect rainy day play activity.

kidz shed playcentre, hastings

With a dedicated, fenced in toddler area; huge slides, air hockey table, drawing boards, ball pit, ride-on bikes - and SO much more, there is something for all ages! The perfect indoor play activity.

the deck kids, brighton

Welcome to toddler (and parent!) heaven - in the form of the newest play cafe in the South! The perfect indoor play activity.

jump central, moorabbin

Jump into some fun and bounce off some excess energy!
This is the perfect all-weather energy burning paradise.

x golf, mornington

This is some awesome family fun right here! No need to worry about the weather to get in your hit of golf.

lollipops playland, clyde north

There’s a new Lollipops playland in town folks, and it’s pretty awesome. There’s nothing better than a fresh, clean playcentre! Perfect for rainy day play!

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