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Experience the best of Luna Park Melbourne

Experience the thrill of Luna Park Melbourne, where the Great Scenic Railway and heart-pounding rides promise a day full of fun. Enjoy breathtaking views of Port Phillip Bay while embracing the excitement.
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Luna Park main gate in Melbourne with visitors entering through the iconic face entrance.

Luna Park Melbourne Unlimited Rides Tickets

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  • This unlimited pass for Luna Park's rides lets you ride every attraction as often as you like, from the Great Scenic Railway to the dodgem cars.

  • Step aboard the Great Scenic Railway, the world’s oldest continually operating wooden coaster, dating back to 1912.

  • Brave heart-racing coasters, test your skills at vibrant midway games, and loop the ornate 68-horse carousel in one seamless experience.

  • Immerse yourself in Luna Park’s classic 1912 Coney Island–inspired design and buzzing fairground atmosphere.

  • Enjoy full wheelchair and stroller access, with service animals warmly welcomed throughout the park.

  • Perched on the St Kilda foreshore, Luna Park delivers sweeping views of Melbourne’s skyline and Port Phillip Bay.

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  • This unlimited pass for Luna Park's rides lets you ride every attraction as often as you like, from the Great Scenic Railway to the dodgem cars.

  • Step aboard the Great Scenic Railway, the world’s oldest continually operating wooden coaster, dating back to 1912.

  • Brave heart-racing coasters, test your skills at vibrant midway games, and loop the ornate 68-horse carousel in one seamless experience.

  • Immerse yourself in Luna Park’s classic 1912 Coney Island–inspired design and buzzing fairground atmosphere.

  • Enjoy full wheelchair and stroller access, with service animals warmly welcomed throughout the park.

  • Perched on the St Kilda foreshore, Luna Park delivers sweeping views of Melbourne’s skyline and Port Phillip Bay.

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Child enjoying a colorful airplane ride at Luna Park.

Combo (Save 5%): Melbourne Museum + Luna Park Melbourne Unlimited Rides Tickets

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  • Enjoy great value with one combo ticket covering Melbourne Museum’s permanent galleries and unlimited rides at Luna Park Melbourne with a single ticket.
  • Explore Melbourne Museum’s permanent galleries, from science and history to nature, including must-sees like the Triceratops fossil and Forest Gallery.
  • Explore Melbourne Museum’s permanent galleries, from science and history to nature, including must-sees like the Triceratops fossil and Forest Gallery.
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  • Enjoy great value with one combo ticket covering Melbourne Museum’s permanent galleries and unlimited rides at Luna Park Melbourne with a single ticket.
  • Explore Melbourne Museum’s permanent galleries, from science and history to nature, including must-sees like the Triceratops fossil and Forest Gallery.
  • Explore Melbourne Museum’s permanent galleries, from science and history to nature, including must-sees like the Triceratops fossil and Forest Gallery.
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AU$71.25

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Child reaching towards fish in underwater tunnel at SEA LIFE Melbourne.

Combo (Save 5%): SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium + Luna Park Melbourne Unlimited Ride Tickets

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  • Experience Melbourne’s top attractions in one plan — an immersive aquarium visit paired with unlimited amusement park rides.
  • Explore SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium with all-day access to underwater exhibits, interactive zones, and marine life from around the world.
  • Enjoy unlimited rides at Luna Park Melbourne, from iconic roller coasters to family-friendly attractions by St Kilda Beach.
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  • Experience Melbourne’s top attractions in one plan — an immersive aquarium visit paired with unlimited amusement park rides.
  • Explore SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium with all-day access to underwater exhibits, interactive zones, and marine life from around the world.
  • Enjoy unlimited rides at Luna Park Melbourne, from iconic roller coasters to family-friendly attractions by St Kilda Beach.
from Original priceAU$96
AU$91.20

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Penguins walking along the beach at Phillip Island Nature Parks, Australia.

Combo (Save 5%): Luna Park Melbourne Unlimited Rides + Phillip Island Nature Parks Penguin Parade General Viewing Tickets

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  • Enjoy the best of Melbourne with one combo. Get unlimited rides at Luna Park and entry to Phillip Island’s iconic Penguin Parade for a fun, value-packed day.
  • Step into Luna Park’s iconic 1912 fairground and enjoy unlimited rides, including the historic Great Scenic Railway and classic carnival fun.
  • Watch little penguins return home at dusk from the general viewing platform at Phillip Island, with access to scenic boardwalks and the visitor centre.
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  • Enjoy the best of Melbourne with one combo. Get unlimited rides at Luna Park and entry to Phillip Island’s iconic Penguin Parade for a fun, value-packed day.
  • Step into Luna Park’s iconic 1912 fairground and enjoy unlimited rides, including the historic Great Scenic Railway and classic carnival fun.
  • Watch little penguins return home at dusk from the general viewing platform at Phillip Island, with access to scenic boardwalks and the visitor centre.
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AU$86.45

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Pro tips to help you make a pick

Choose the Unlimited Rides Pass only if each rider plans several attractions or a 2–4 hour stay. If your group is mostly watching, supervising younger kids, or only trying 1–3 rides, entry plus pay-per-ride tickets is usually the smarter structure.

On weekends and Victorian school holidays, buy online in advance if you can. Online dated or off-peak Unlimited Rides offers can be cheaper than gate purchase and let you skip the separate ticket-buying queue, though not security or ride lines.

Pre-booking does not include ride priority. Everyone still queues for bag checks at the entrance and for individual rides, so arrive near opening and head first to Scenic Railway and Ghost Train if they are your priorities.

Check the official calendar before booking. Luna Park operates year-round on selected days, typically weekends and Victorian school holidays, with extra dates in peak periods rather than a fixed daily schedule.

Check ride status on the day, especially Scenic Railway. Weather and maintenance can close headline rides even while the park stays open, which matters if you are choosing an Unlimited Rides Pass mainly for the park’s heritage coaster.

Review the ride height guide before you buy passes for children. Some rides require minimum heights or an accompanying adult, so families with toddlers may get better value from selective ride tickets than all-day unlimited access.

Standard tickets are self-guided. Expect QR-code scanning at the turnstiles and a wristband or equivalent for Unlimited Rides, but no host, guided tour, or bundled extras such as games, food, drinks, or paid photos.

If you are booking for a birthday or larger group, compare group or party packages with individual passes. These can bundle entry, ride access, reserved areas, and catering, which is more convenient than purchasing everyone separately.

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About Luna Park Melbourne

Luna Park Melbourne is a compact seaside park where heritage matters as much as thrill level. Instead of a sprawling resort layout, it wraps rides around the Scenic Railway loop and pairs classic attractions with St Kilda’s beachside setting. The manual-brake Scenic Railway, the Mr Moon entrance, and easy access to Acland Street give it a distinctly Melbourne identity.

Did you know?

Luna Park Melbourne opened in 1912, making it one of the world’s oldest operating amusement parks, according to Museums Victoria and the park’s official site.

The Scenic Railway still uses a standing brakeman to control speed manually, a rare operating detail for a roller coaster still in public use.

The main entrance is the giant Mr Moon face on The Esplanade, a façade that has greeted visitors since 1912 and appears regularly in Melbourne tourism imagery.

Unlike large destination parks, Luna Park is compact enough to walk end-to-end in a few minutes, which helps families cover the whole site quickly.

High winds and heavy rain can close rides such as the Scenic Railway even when the park itself remains open, because many attractions are fully exposed to bay weather.

Why visit Luna Park Melbourne?

Ride the Scenic Railway with Bay Views

The Scenic Railway is a heritage wooden roller coaster that circles the park boundary, so the ride doubles as a lap above the midway. Museums Victoria says it is often cited as the oldest continually operating wooden roller coaster in the world, and it still uses a standing brakeman to control speed manually.

Enter Through the 1912 Mr Moon Face

The giant smiling Mr Moon face is more than an entrance photo stop. According to Museums Victoria and the park, this façade has welcomed visitors since 1912 and remains one of Melbourne’s best-known amusement park images.

Mix Carousel, Dodgems, and Thrill Rides

Luna Park’s lineup covers gentle and higher-intensity options in a small footprint. Families can rotate between the carousel, dodgems, Ferris wheel, and kids’ rides, while older kids and adults can add the Ghost Train, Scenic Railway, and changing spin or drop rides.

Pair the Park with St Kilda

The park sits directly opposite St Kilda Beach on The Esplanade, making it easy to combine rides with the foreshore. Acland Street’s cake shops are about 250–400 m away, and St Kilda Pier is about 800–900 m away for skyline views or a post-park walk.

See Luna Park After Dark

Evening openings change the look of the park as the façade and rides light up after dark. Selected dates also bring seasonal programming such as Halloween themes or school holiday activations, so a repeat visit can feel different from a daytime session.

Plan your visit

Main Entrance - Mr Moon Gate

Located on The Esplanade directly opposite St Kilda Beach, under the giant smiling Mr Moon face, this is the main entrance for all regular visitors. E-tickets and pre-purchased passes are scanned at the turnstiles just inside, and guests buying or changing tickets use the on-site counters here. Expect bag checks or visual inspections before entry. Queues are usually shorter on off-peak days and longer on weekends, school holidays, around opening, and in mid-afternoon. The approach is flat from street level, and the park's main paths are largely flat, though some rides require steps or transfers.

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What our guests say

Sheryl C

Australia
Family
3 weeks ago
Took granddaughter last time 5 years ago. We both enjoyed it so much. Will be taking friends little boy soon. Finish off with penguins 🐧 was best. Nesting swimming was such a great way end the day. WELL DONE EVERYONE 10 STARS.❤️😃

Combo: SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium + Luna Park Melbourne Unlimited Ride Tickets

Dominika K

Poland
Couple
Sep 2026

+3 more

SEA LIFE Melbourne was one of the nicest surprises of my trip. I expected a fun visit, but I genuinely enjoyed it much more than I thought I would. The whole experience was smooth from the moment I arrived, the exhibits were beautifully presented, and seeing the marine life so close was unforgettable. I especially loved the underwater sections they made the visit feel immersive rather than just like walking through an aquarium. The atmosphere was calm, everything was easy to navigate, and the staff were friendly and helpful. It was definitely one of those places that made my day in Melbourne feel special.

Combo: SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium + Luna Park Melbourne Unlimited Ride Tickets

Andrew M

Australia
Couple
3 weeks ago
Sitting on the sand by the wild Bass Strait, wind in our faces, we waited patiently as the sun set. And then magically, in small groups of 6-10 the fairy penguins emerged from the surf and began there long slow waddle up the beach, into the dunes, to the safety of their burrows. A wonderful nature experience at Philip Island, very well managed and highly recommended.

Combo: Luna Park Melbourne Unlimited Rides + Phillip Island Nature Parks Penguin Parade General Viewing Tickets

Au H

Hong Kong
Family
3 weeks ago

+1 more

The penguin parade in sunset is amazing. This is my second time to be here since 2016. This time I bring with my son. Love to share this wonderful time to everyone.

Combo: Luna Park Melbourne Unlimited Rides + Phillip Island Nature Parks Penguin Parade General Viewing Tickets

Caitlin B

Australia
Group
Sep 2026

+7 more

Family and I had the best time at both places would definitely recommend for others! The package deal was so helpful and tickets were all in one place and easy to navigate.

Combo: Melbourne Museum + Luna Park Melbourne Unlimited Rides Tickets

Kiara B

Australia
Group
Jul 2026
Absolutely loved every minute here! Incredible exhibits, friendly staff, and so much to explore. A Melbourne gem! I'll definitely be visiting again

Combo: Melbourne Museum + Luna Park Melbourne Unlimited Rides Tickets

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