Family Activities in North Melbourne

Parks, playgrounds and things to do with kids in North Melbourne, Victoria

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📍 North Melbourne · melbourne

north melbourne pool

This pool is perfect for a family day out! The junior pool with a 'beach entry' is great for little ones, and there's even a smaller pool for tots to splash around in. With plenty of shaded areas and grassy spots to relax, it's an ideal place to spend a sunny day. Whether you're doing laps or just enjoying the water, this spot is a must-visit this summer!

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📍 North Melbourne · melbourne

auction rooms

This spacious, light-filled café serves breakfast, lunch and coffee in a relaxed setting with plenty of seating options indoors and outside. The seasonal menu focuses on quality ingredients and includes a dedicated kids’ menu, making it a reliable choice for families.

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📍 North Melbourne · melbourne

mork

Mork Bakery & Café in North Melbourne is dedicated to chocolate, offering hot chocolate, cinnamon scrolls, Söt by Mörk cakes, tarts and more. The café also features handmade ceramics and coffee accessories from local artists, making it a sweet spot for treats and coffee.

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📍 North Melbourne · melbourne

gardiner reserve playground

Gardiner Reserve Playground is a charming, nature-inspired play space with plenty of green areas for running and picnics. Most of the equipment is made from wood, including rope climbing webs, swings, a sandpit, and a small cubby house. The sculptural spider features and creative layout make it a fun and imaginative spot for kids to explore.

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📍 north melbourne · north

ezi streat

Eat. Drink. Shop. Play—that’s the motto at Ezi Streat in North Melbourne! This vibrant food hall feels like a little Japanese laneway, complete with soba bars, hanging lanterns, comic book graphics, and retro arcade games. With a wide variety of permanent food outlets—Etto for pizza and pasta, Soi Thai for pad see ew, Capt’n Cooked for burgers, Parco Ramen, and Jymmanuel for Taiwanese fried chicken—you can order from anywhere via QR code and receive a text when your food is ready, making dining with kids stress-free. Seating options include the arcade-adjacent food hall, a private function room, the warehouse, and an outdoor beer garden. Plus, there’s a Konbini stocked with Asian drinks, a bar, and bubble tea vendors, open for lunch and dinner with dessert options, so there’s something for everyone!

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