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Children’s activities in Melbourne’s west

Indoor play, climbing, science and animal attractions in Melbourne’s west, including Deer Park, Maidstone, Maribyrnong, Spotswood, Werribee and Williamstown North.

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Children exploring the Think Ahead exhibition at Scienceworks
Image: Museums Victoria

Spotswood

Scienceworks

A hands-on science museum with interactive exhibitions, a planetarium and special school-holiday and under-five programmes.

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Admission

Children 16 and under free

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Children exploring a nature play space at Werribee Open Range Zoo
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Werribee South

Werribee Open Range Zoo

An open-range wildlife attraction with a free safari bus, more than ten indoor and outdoor play spaces and family food outlets.

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Admission

Children free weekends & holidays

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Child climbing a colourful wall at Clip 'n Climb Williamstown
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Williamstown North

Clip ’n Climb Williamstown

Colourful indoor climbing challenges for children aged three and over in Williamstown North. Choose a climbing session or a hosted birthday booking; there is a café on site.

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Climbing from A$23

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Ball pit and indoor play structure at Kidz Playzone Deer Park
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Deer Park

Kidz Playzone

A walk-in indoor playcentre in Deer Park for children up to 12, with ball pits, slides, climbing structures and a café. Adults and babies under 12 months enter free.

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Admission

Children from A$14.90

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Climb N' Play logo in multicoloured lettering
Image: Climb N' Play Maidstone

Maidstone

Climb N' Play Maidstone

A Maidstone playcentre with a multilevel soft play area, a separate toddler space and Nutty Heights climbing. Climbing is for ages five and over and uses a different ticket from soft play.

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Admission

Soft play from A$16

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SuperPark logo in purple lettering
Image: SuperPark Highpoint

Maribyrnong

SuperPark Highpoint

An indoor activity park at Highpoint with three zones for climbing, balancing, trampolining and games. A two-hour pass covers the activity areas; required SuperPark socks cost extra.

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Session

A$30 off-peak / A$35 peak

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Werribee Indoor Sports Centre logo
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Werribee

Werribee Indoor Sports Centre

Indoor cricket, soccer and netball courts in Werribee, available for hire or organised competitions. BouncyRoos inflatable play operates at the same address on a separate timetable and admission ticket.

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Single court hire A$70 per hour

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Bouncy Roos logo with an inflatable castle and kangaroo
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Werribee

Bouncy Roos Werribee

An indoor inflatable play venue in Werribee, with two-hour bounce sessions for children aged three to twelve. Socks are included in the session price and adults can watch without an entry charge.

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Session

A$16.99 / 2 hours

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Children climbing the steps between inflatable slides at Tumbles Playhouse
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Williamstown North

Tumbles Playhouse

A three-level indoor playground in Williamstown North with tunnels, bridges and slides, plus a jumping castle and giant inflatable slide. A separate under-threes area gives younger siblings their own space. Adults enter free, and there is a café for meals and drinks.

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Admission

Entry for ages 1-5

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Melton

Zebraland

A Melton indoor playcentre with ball pits and a separate toddler area for children under four. General entry has one price for children aged one and over, with free adults. An optional meal-and-drink bundle and an on-site café make the food costs easy to compare.

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Admission

Entry for ages 1+ A$12

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Croc’s Playcentre crocodile logo
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Hoppers Crossing

Crocs Playcentre Hoppers Crossing

Indoor play on Forsyth Road with separate baby and toddler spaces as well as a main playground. The under-five area has small slides and a bouncing castle. Free adult admission helps keep the outing cost clear, with food available from the on-site Muffin Break café.

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Ages 3+ school-day entry A$17

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Kidz Digz Indoor Play Centre logo
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Hoppers Crossing

Kidz Digz Indoor Play Centre

An indoor playground in Hoppers Crossing with children’s rides, arcade games and themed party rooms. Casual entry is cheaper on ordinary weekdays, while weekends and school holidays share the higher rate. Adults enter free and there is a café with a children’s menu.

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Admission

Ordinary weekday entry A$10

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AiroWorld Trampoline & Inflatable Park logo
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Altona North

AiroWorld Trampoline & Inflatable Park

A children’s trampoline and inflatable park inside Westgate Sports & Leisure Centre in Altona North. Sessions start and finish on the hour and must be booked by phone or email. It is recommended for ages three and over, with a separate zone for jumpers under 110cm and an 80kg weight restriction.

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Children meeting a cow at Animal Land Children’s Farm
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Diggers Rest

Animal Land Children's Farm

A self-guided farm visit in Diggers Rest with animal feeding, a nursery and a pony ride included in general admission. Allow about two to two-and-a-half hours; the farm recommends booking because visitor numbers are limited.

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Child general admission A$20

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Leo’s Kingdom lion mascot
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Altona North

Leo's Kingdom Party & Play Centre Melbourne

Jungle-themed indoor play inside Westgate Leisure Centre, with a four-storey climbing tower, ball pits, slides and separate infant and toddler areas. Weekday play runs through the day; weekend visitors choose a three-hour morning or afternoon session. The café is in the same building.

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Admission

Entry for ages 2-12

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A climber on an indoor wall at Cliffhanger
Image: Cliffhanger Climbing Gym

Altona North

Cliffhanger Climbing Gym

Roped indoor climbing in Altona North where a parent can hold the rope while their child climbs. Children can start at two, but anyone under 13 needs an older person to belay. Day passes last until closing, making this an option for families who want time to practise rather than a short timed session.

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Admission

Under-13 day pass with harness and shoes

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Little Amigos animal mascot graphic
Image: Little Amigos Highpoint

Maribyrnong

Little Amigos Highpoint

An indoor play cafe on level 3 of Highpoint, with a train, tunnel slide, ball pit, pretend kitchen and dress-ups. Choose a 90-minute visit, a longer session or all-day entry; adults pay separately, with a drink or meal credit included.

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From A$18 child entry

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Neon golf-ball and putter graphic for 3D Glow and Putt
Image: Minigolf Melbourne: 3D Glow and Putt ( Inside BattleKart Melbourne)

West Footscray

Minigolf Melbourne: 3D Glow and Putt ( Inside BattleKart Melbourne)

An indoor 18-hole mini-golf course inside BattleKart in West Footscray. Six themed rooms use UV artwork and 3D glasses, with settings ranging from underwater scenes to space and a neon city.

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18-hole mini golf from A$19

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Footscray

Rocket Climbing

Footscray bouldering for ages eight and over, with a full-day casual pass and an induction for first-time visitors. Children aged eight to fifteen need a guardian with them throughout the visit.

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Adult day pass A$24

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