Family Activities in Southbank
Parks, playgrounds and things to do with kids in Southbank, Victoria
📍 Southbank · melbourne
melbourne skydeck
Head to Melbourne Skydeck for breathtaking views 285 meters above the city! From the Outdoor Terrace to the thrilling Edge experience, where you step into a glass cube suspended over the streets below, it's an adventure for all ages. Try out two VR experiences, like the plank walk or the Melbourne Skydeck Voyager™ Theatre, for even more excitement. Plus, grab a snack or drink at the café while soaking in the stunning skyline!
📍 Southbank · melbourne
classic steam boat cruises
Classic Steam Boat Cruises offer a charming way to explore Melbourne’s CBD with half-hour and one-hour river cruises. Departing from Southgate, you’ll board a classic steam boat and glide along the waterways while the Captain shares fascinating stories about the city’s history. It’s a relaxing and fun way to take in Melbourne’s sights, perfect for families looking to see the city from a unique perspective.
📍 Southbank · melbourne
o3, queensbridge street
This unique co-working space on Queensbridge Street doubles as a cozy café, offering delicious pastries, great coffee, and even a special strawberry matcha. Inside, the converted warehouse features a Hogwarts-inspired library, complete with a treehouse and a Weasley car. While it's not a play center, the space welcomes Harry Potter fans for a quiet visit—perfect for pre-teens and adults looking for a memorable experience. Just remember to keep the noise down and respect the work environment.
📍 Southbank · melbourne
hopscotch
Hopscotch in Southbank offers relaxed CBD dining with a menu for all ages, including kids’ options, burgers, sandwiches and lighter dishes. Highlights include grazing boards and unique items like cheeseburger spring rolls, with live buskers on weekends and bookings recommended.
📍 Southbank · melbourne
cups n cones
Cups n Cones in Southbank offers coffee, ice cream, or both—a perfect pick-me-up while sightseeing with the family. It’s conveniently close to the NGV, which hosts family-friendly exhibitions year-round.
📍 Southbank · melbourne
boulder risk-play park
Boulder Park in Southbank is Melbourne’s ultimate adventure playground, full of boulders, wooden beams, steel ladders, ropes, slack lines, and hidden surprises—perfect for little climbing daredevils. While it looks risky at first, the rubber matting, swings, slides, and sandpit balance the fun with safety. Families love it, with parents helping kids navigate challenges and everyone discovering hidden details—this is a must-visit playground for thrill-seekers!
Events in this area
5 Jan → 26 DecFREE
6 Jan → 11 AprFREE
12 Jan → 11 AprFREE
17 MarFREESt.Patrick's Day at P.J.O'Brien's Irish Pub
📍 PJ O'Brien's Irish Pub
📍 SouthbankFREE
20 MarFREE
21 MarFREE
23 MarFREE
25 MarFREE
27 Mar → 29 MarFREE
27 Mar → 17 AprFREETGIF: Melbourne International Comedy Festival Special
📍 ABC Southbank Studios
📍 SouthbankFREE
27 MarFREE
29 MarFREE
10 Apr → 11 AprFREE
23 Apr → 26 AprFREE
27 AprFREE
7 May → 10 MayFREEMelbourne Chamber Orchestra: Overgrown Paths
📍 Melbourne Recital Centre
📍 SouthbankFREE
17 MayFREE
23 MayFREE
5 JunFREERISING: Saul Williams Meets Carlos Niño & Friends
📍 Melbourne Recital Centre
📍 SouthbankFREE
11 JulFREE
14 Jul → 19 JulFREE
23 Jul → 9 AugFREE
9 SeptFREE
12 NovFREE
14 NovFREE
11 Dec → 13 DecFREE