Lunar New Year Melbourne

Celebrate Lunar New Year in Melbourne with vibrant festivals, lion dances, cultural performances, and festive food, as the city comes alive to welcome the new year.

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Children observing starfish at Sea Life Melbourne aquarium.

SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium exterior by the river with city skyline.

Child exploring underwater tunnel at SEA LIFE Melbourne.

Guide showing visitors a shark at SEA LIFE Melbourne aquarium.

Penguins interacting with visitors at SEA LIFE Melbourne.

Penguins on snow at Sea Life Melbourne with rocky backdrop.

Child observing a crocodile through glass at SEA LIFE Melbourne.

Visitors exploring interactive exhibits at Sea Life Melbourne.

Visitors interacting with marine life at a touch tank in Sea Life Melbourne.

Family exploring the Rocky Shores exhibit at Sea Life Melbourne.

Visitors observing crabs in an aquarium at Sea Life Melbourne.

Colorful coral displays and aquarium tanks at SEA LIFE Melbourne.

Lionfish swimming in a cylindrical tank at SEA LIFE Melbourne.

Family exploring colorful tunnel at Sea Life Melbourne.

Visitors admire marine life in the tunnel at SEA LIFE Melbourne.

SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium Tickets

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Marvel at the Mermaid Garden’s enormous oceanarium, home to nurse sharks, stingrays, and more.
Catch sight of over 10,000 sea creatures from across the globe, from jellyfish to majestic rays.
Come face-to-snout with Pinjarra, one of the world’s largest Saltwater Crocodiles, in Croc Lair.
Check out the new Rocky Shores zone and meet quirky rockpool creatures, from spiky sea stars to clever decorator crabs and slimy sea cucumbers.
Upgrade to a Penguin Passport and step onto real ice in snow gear, meet penguins like Pesto, and go behind the scenes on a guided tour.

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Marvel at the Mermaid Garden’s enormous oceanarium, home to nurse sharks, stingrays, and more.
Catch sight of over 10,000 sea creatures from across the globe, from jellyfish to majestic rays.
Come face-to-snout with Pinjarra, one of the world’s largest Saltwater Crocodiles, in Croc Lair.
Check out the new Rocky Shores zone and meet quirky rockpool creatures, from spiky sea stars to clever decorator crabs and slimy sea cucumbers.
Upgrade to a Penguin Passport and step onto real ice in snow gear, meet penguins like Pesto, and go behind the scenes on a guided tour.

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AU$39

LEGOLAND Discovery Centre promo with 20% off general admission offer.

Family enjoying interactive ride at LEGOLAND Discovery Centre.

Child hugging LEGO shark figure at LEGOLAND Discovery Centre.

Child and adult exploring LEGO underwater scene at LEGOLAND Discovery Centre.

Children exploring LEGO city display at LEGOLAND Discovery Centre.

Children building LEGO models with instructor at LEGOLAND Discovery Centre.

Child and adult enjoying interactive ride at LEGOLAND Discovery Centre.

Child observing LEGO cityscape with Ferris wheel at LEGOLAND Discovery Centre.

Children interacting with a LEGO shark figure at LEGOLAND Discovery Centre.

Child and adult interacting with LEGO racetrack model at LEGOLAND Discovery Centre.

LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Tickets

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Enjoy 20% off when you book by 22 February 2026, with travel valid through 31 March 2026.
Explore Australia’s first LEGOLAND Discovery Centre in Melbourne, enjoy skip-the-line entry, and arrive hassle-free with a free shuttle from Melbourne CBD.
Tour the 13 unique attractions at this beautifully constructed LEGO-themed park, that is sure to fire up your imagination!
Explore over 2 million LEGO bricks, and get a chance to build a LEGO structure of your own!
Learn a great deal about constructing your own Lego tower as you take the exclusive Master Model Builder Workshops.
Discover a host of kid-friendly attractions such as Kingdom Quest laser ride, LEGO Cinema, LEGO City: Forest Pursuit Driving School, and Merlin’s Apprentice.

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Enjoy 20% off when you book by 22 February 2026, with travel valid through 31 March 2026.
Explore Australia’s first LEGOLAND Discovery Centre in Melbourne, enjoy skip-the-line entry, and arrive hassle-free with a free shuttle from Melbourne CBD.
Tour the 13 unique attractions at this beautifully constructed LEGO-themed park, that is sure to fire up your imagination!
Explore over 2 million LEGO bricks, and get a chance to build a LEGO structure of your own!
Learn a great deal about constructing your own Lego tower as you take the exclusive Master Model Builder Workshops.
Discover a host of kid-friendly attractions such as Kingdom Quest laser ride, LEGO Cinema, LEGO City: Forest Pursuit Driving School, and Merlin’s Apprentice.

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AU$28.80

Visitors viewing the Twelve Apostles rock formations along the Great Ocean Road at sunset.

Great Ocean Road coastline with winding road and ocean view, Melbourne day tour.

Visitors enjoying morning tea on the Great Ocean Road tour near Melbourne.

Woman observing a koala in a tree along the Great Ocean Road.

12 Apostles rock formations along the Great Ocean Road coastline, Australia.

People walking on a path towards Split Point Lighthouse surrounded by greenery.

Great Ocean Road entrance with war memorial statue of workers in Australia.

Tour bus parked along Great Ocean Road, Melbourne, with tourists gathering nearby.

Visitors exploring the sandy beach and cliffs on the Great Ocean Road tour from Melbourne.

Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Day Tour with Classic Spots

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Begin your journey with a sweet stop at the Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery, then continue to the historic Memorial Arch for an iconic photo moment.
Slow down and enjoy breezy sea views in the coastal town of Lorne, take in sweeping cliffside panoramas at the Cumberland River lookout.
Pause in Apollo Bay for a relaxed ocean-view lunch (at your own expense).
Stand before the towering limestone stacks of the Twelve Apostles. and hear the shipwreck stories at Loch Ard Gorge.
Wrap up your day at London Bridge, an impressive natural arch away from the crowds. Don't miss: Grabbing a chocolatey treat at the Chocolaterie to fuel your morning or enjoying a seaside lunch in Apollo Bay.

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Begin your journey with a sweet stop at the Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery, then continue to the historic Memorial Arch for an iconic photo moment.
Slow down and enjoy breezy sea views in the coastal town of Lorne, take in sweeping cliffside panoramas at the Cumberland River lookout.
Pause in Apollo Bay for a relaxed ocean-view lunch (at your own expense).
Stand before the towering limestone stacks of the Twelve Apostles. and hear the shipwreck stories at Loch Ard Gorge.
Wrap up your day at London Bridge, an impressive natural arch away from the crowds. Don't miss: Grabbing a chocolatey treat at the Chocolaterie to fuel your morning or enjoying a seaside lunch in Apollo Bay.

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Exterior of Scienceworks Museum at night with illuminated dinosaur exhibit inside.

Exterior of Scienceworks museum with colorful entrance signage during daytime.

Visitors engaging with interactive exhibits at Scienceworks.

Melbourne Museum exterior with Royal Exhibition Building dome in view.

Dinosaur skeleton exhibit at Melbourne Museum.

Visitors watching an interactive galaxy show at Scienceworks planetarium.

Mother and daughter examining exhibit at Sciencework museum.

Melbourne Museum modern entrance with architectural canopy and visitors.

Horse exhibit at Melbourne Museum with visitors observing.

Combo (Save 6%): Scienceworks + Melbourne Museum Tickets

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Visit two of Melbourne’s top museums with one convenient ticket and save on combined entry.
Melbourne Museum showcases Australia’s natural history, Indigenous culture, and local stories, ideal for families, students, and anyone eager to explore Australia’s past and present.
At Scienceworks, families and curious explorers can check out hands-on exhibits, engineering displays, and even tinker with tech in dedicated spaces.
Both museums are well-connected by public transport: Reach Melbourne Museum from the city, then take a direct train from Flinders Street to Scienceworks (Spotswood) in about 20 minutes. Driving between the two takes just 15 minutes, making it simple to visit both in one day.
Choose separate days if you want more time to explore. Most visitors spend about 2.5 to 3 hours at Melbourne Museum and 2 to 3 hours at Scienceworks.

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Visit two of Melbourne’s top museums with one convenient ticket and save on combined entry.
Melbourne Museum showcases Australia’s natural history, Indigenous culture, and local stories, ideal for families, students, and anyone eager to explore Australia’s past and present.
At Scienceworks, families and curious explorers can check out hands-on exhibits, engineering displays, and even tinker with tech in dedicated spaces.
Both museums are well-connected by public transport: Reach Melbourne Museum from the city, then take a direct train from Flinders Street to Scienceworks (Spotswood) in about 20 minutes. Driving between the two takes just 15 minutes, making it simple to visit both in one day.
Choose separate days if you want more time to explore. Most visitors spend about 2.5 to 3 hours at Melbourne Museum and 2 to 3 hours at Scienceworks.

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AU$31.02

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What our guests say

Mohamed A

Saudi Arabia

Couple

3 weeks ago

The museum is absolutely great! We enjoyed all the halls there, especially the fossils one. It took approximately 3 hours to go through all the museum.

Combo: Scienceworks + Melbourne Museum Tickets

Nicole A

Australia

Group

May 2026

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Head out made it very easy to pre order our tickets and use that next day. As it was was our first time using headout as our family was visiting Melbourne for the first time. The Melbourne museum was fantastic a great family experience. Thanks head out for such a great service

Combo: Scienceworks + Melbourne Museum Tickets

Estere M

Australia

Group

May 2026

The driver (Tony) was extremely good. His driving and guiding skills were so exceptional. We got to enjoy the trip and would highly recommend other visitors to use this service.

Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Day Tour with Classic Spots

Do H

Vietnam

Couple

May 2026

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An Unforgettable Great Ocean Road Experience The Great Ocean Road is an extraordinary journey that truly deserves its reputation as one of the world’s most spectacular coastal drives. Every stop along the route offers a distinct and memorable experience. Lorne captivates with its relaxed seaside charm and pristine waters, while the Cumberland River Lookout presents a stunning panorama where the river meets the vast ocean. Apollo Bay is serene and picturesque, evoking the beauty of a perfect coastal postcard. Along Barham River Road, encountering koalas in their natural habitat adds a rare and delightful highlight to the day. The iconic Twelve Apostles stand in breathtaking grandeur, and the dramatic formations at Loch Ard Gorge and London Arch showcase the raw beauty and power of nature. The entire journey is seamlessly organised, with a well-paced itinerary and exceptionally comfortable transport. Our sincere thanks to Mr John Paul, who was both a knowledgeable and attentive guide as well as a skilled driver. His insights and professionalism greatly enriched our experience. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed every moment, capturing countless beautiful photos and creating lasting memories of our time in Melbourne, Australia. From Huong Do Thi Thu, May 1st 2026.

Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Day Tour with Classic Spots

Agnes G

Kenya

Family

Dec 2025

The Lego creative workshop was the best part of the day and we got to keep our Christmas decorations at the end of the workshop. The Lego creation of different Melbourne streets was very cool.

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Karen M

Australia

Family

Dec 2025

I visited SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium with my family, and it was our very first time there — and also our first time being together in Australia. It turned into such a special day for all of us. The exhibits were beautiful, the staff were friendly, and everything was easy to navigate as a family. The highlight for us was definitely the penguins. Watching them up close was magical and made the whole experience unforgettable. My family absolutely loved it, and it was the perfect way to celebrate being reunited. Highly recommend for families, first-time visitors, and anyone looking for a memorable day out in Melbourne.

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