Top Family Tips for Must-Do Melbourne Activities During the School Holidays

There’s good reason Melbourne was recently voted the no 1 city in the world – it’s a vibrant city perfect for family fun adventures during the school holidays!

Our top picks and tips for family fun this school holidays:

• Enjoy great value family fun and take the family to great heights with the Family Fun Bundle* great value ticket with tickets starting from $64. Get ready to ascend 88 floors and encounter Melbourne like never before.
• Elevate your experience even higher and upgrade and save on some spectacular special experiences while you visit. For a limited time, families can add the Voyager Theatre and Edge experience for just $15* per person.
• Introducing the Voyager Theatre, an immersive experience you don’t want to miss, plus it’s an educational adventure across iconic Melbourne and Victorian experiences. Brace yourself for a 6D cinematic, immersive, and sensory voyage at the Voyager Theatre where you will become part of the stories of Melbourne with an exceptional VR experience.
• Then time to dangle on the Edge in a transparent glass cube that extends from the side of the building with only centimetres of glass beneath you. Who knew you could hang out on the Edge of the city 88 floors above Melbourne?! Kids will remember the thrill of stepping out in the glass cube long after the experience. This unique adventure is suitable for kids and adults alike, making it an exciting and iconic family photo opportunity too.
• After a day of adventure, treat the family to some scrumptious sky-high snacks and drinks at Bar 88. Enjoy the relaxed family-friendly atmosphere with snacks and treats for the kids to enjoy.

*T&Cs apply. Offer ends 31/04/2026.

If you’re looking to elevate your dining experience even higher, why not indulge and take the family feast to a whole other level – 89 floors above the city where you will find unique dining at Eureka 89; a family meal to remember.

We recommend the Altitude Dining Experience for families a 90-minute choice menu, perfect for families. This includes a 3-course meals, access to Melbourne Skydeck and the Voyager Theatre too.  Kids can also enjoy the children’s menu and can boast to friends back at school that they dined at the city’s tallest restaurant, bonus points for breathtaking views!

Why not add another local city adventure to your day and cruise the best of Melbourne over the holidays. Melbourne Skydeck has teamed up with local Yarra neighbors on a special River and Sky offer; a fusion of Melbourne Skydeck and Melbourne River Cruises. Enjoy breathtaking views and serene waters for an unforgettable family friendly journey.

This is a limited time offer so get in quick to enjoy a reciprocal 20% off* for new bookings in April and May, when you visit the other attraction. Find out more here. *T&Cs apply. Offer ends 30 May 2026.

If you’re looking for more family friendly ideas, visit the Melbourne visitor hub located next to Melbourne Town Hall. For the whole of April, you can enter to WIN* a Family ticket to experience the Ultimate package at Melbourne Skydeck (including the Edge and Virtual Reality experience).

Getting around Melbourne and navigating the city has never been easier with all the new train stations and the best part… Kids travel for FREE with youth Myki’s. You can also jump on the FREE City Circle tram and learn about Melbourne’s history along the ride; a great way to navigate the city, with stops at key Melbourne attractions including SEA LIFE Melbourne. Additionally, we are just a short walk from Flinders street station!

*T&Cs apply. Competition ends 31 April 2026

• Pre-purchase your family ticket for discounted entry to many major attractions including Skydeck Melbourne.
• Take advantage of Melbourne’s FREE public transport throughout April or take an iconic tram ride and jump aboard the FREE City Circle Tram.
• Pack snacks for the hungry hippos and enjoy one of Melbourne’s many green parks between activities.
• Check for other special events and free activities in the city during the school holidays.

There’s never been a better time to create unforgettable family memories in Melbourne (otherwise known as the best city in the world) during the holidays. Take advantage of FREE public transport and great savings with the Family Fun Bundle* at Melbourne Skydeck where you can soak up the spectacular views above it all! Book your adventure today!