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Melbourne with Kids: The Best Family Itinerary

Melbourne is great for families, with steam trains, penguins and koalas. Here is how to spend a family trip in the cultural capital — with the best-rated kid-friendly tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Puffing Billy
  2. 2Phillip Island penguins
  3. 3Great Ocean Road koalas
  4. 4River cruise

Ride Puffing Billy

Chug through the fern gullies.

See the penguins

Watch the Phillip Island parade.

Spot koalas

Find wild koalas on the coast.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Melbourne — prices per person.

Puffing Billy Tour e Parada dos Pinguins de Melbourne
Melbourne
Puffing Billy Tour e Parada dos Pinguins de Melbourne
5.0(36)·17 horas
a partir de$172/ pessoa
via Viator
Billy Steam Train and Penguins Wildlife Tour - Excursão ao ar livre
Melbourne
Billy Steam Train and Penguins Wildlife Tour - Excursão ao ar livre
4.8(43)·12 horas
a partir de$161/ pessoa
via Viator
Excursão personalizada de um dia inteiro pela Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles
Melbourne
Excursão personalizada de um dia inteiro pela Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles
5.0(29)·11 horas
a partir de$1,963/ pessoa
via Viator
Phillip Island Penguins & Wildlife Day Tour saindo de Melbourne
Melbourne
Phillip Island Penguins & Wildlife Day Tour saindo de Melbourne
4.8(943)·14 horas
a partir de$109/ pessoa
via Viator
[TOUR PRIVADO] 12 apóstolos | Great Ocean Road | Viagem do dia
Melbourne
[TOUR PRIVADO] 12 apóstolos | Great Ocean Road | Viagem do dia
5.0(15)·11 horas
a partir de$1,157/ pessoa
via Viator
Brighton Bath Boxes & Puffing Billy & Penguin Parade 1 - Excursão de um dia
Melbourne
Brighton Bath Boxes & Puffing Billy & Penguin Parade 1 - Excursão de um dia
4.6(14)·13 horas
a partir de$90/ pessoa
via Viator
Phillip Island Penguin Parade & Wildlife Tour saindo de Melbourne
Mornington Peninsula
Phillip Island Penguin Parade & Wildlife Tour saindo de Melbourne
4.8(160)·12 horas
a partir de$107/ pessoa
via Viator
Tour de luxo privado e personalizado Great Ocean Road a partir de Melbourne
Melbourne
Tour de luxo privado e personalizado Great Ocean Road a partir de Melbourne
4.9(29)·12 horas
a partir de$1,070/ pessoa
via Viator

Melbourne with kids — FAQ

Is Melbourne good for kids?
Yes — the Puffing Billy steam train, the Phillip Island penguin parade, wild koalas on the Great Ocean Road, the wildlife sanctuaries, and the city’s parks and museums make Melbourne a fun, varied family destination.
What are the best things to do in Melbourne with children?
Top family picks are the Puffing Billy steam train, the Phillip Island penguins, wild koalas on the Great Ocean Road, and a Yarra River cruise.
Is Melbourne easy to visit with kids?
Yes — with steam trains, penguins, wildlife and easy day tours with pickup, Melbourne is family-friendly; pack layers as the weather can change quickly.

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