When planning a family holiday, it is not always easy to keep every family member happy. So for a great day out that has something for everybody, the in the gorgeous state of Victoria, family day trip ideas are everywhere. From markets to railways, to museums and galleries, there’s activities that include kids rides, to cultural indulgence. So let’s take a look at some quick tips for a day out.

victoria family day trip melbourneArriving at Melbourne gives you the chance to experience the metropolitan life and Australian culture. There are plenty of Melbourne family attractions that let the kids connect with nature, while providing plenty of relaxation time for parents too. Taking a ride on the free tram is also a great way to navigate the city and see what’s on offer.  So let’s take a look at a few things to do:

Luna Park

This iconic theme park will keep the entire family entertained for hours and hours. From the youngest members to the oldest, get swept away in the joy, happiness and exhilaration that is Luna Park.

Adventure Park in Geelong

With watery fun for the entire family, the Adventure Park at Geelong offers fast paced extreme water rides, right through to a tiny tot splash zone. The restored 1920’s style grande carousel offers something different and unique to experience while you’re there.

Caribbean Gardens Market

The Caribbean Gardens Market is a brilliant idea for a family day out. First of all, there is a huge number of stalls selling fresh produce, IT equipment, clothes and many more things. However, probably the most exciting attraction is the rides. Together, you can explore the gardens by a fancy train, by boat or by chair lift. The Gardens offer many playgrounds for the little ones and give the parents time to relax in the greens.

Diamond Valley Railway Eltham

Old and young alike are fascinated by history and the imagination often drifts away to the more adventurous times. In the Diamond Valley Railway people can learn about and travel on passenger carrying railways built there in miniature. Driving through forests and bush, everyone can truly feel drawn back to a different time.

Of course, when travelling with many members of the family, the budget has to be planned carefully. For that reason, the theme park visits are best organized with regard to seasonal discount offers which occur now and then and sometimes even the whole year round. The internet proves to be a great place to find various coupons for getting discounts. In that way, the trip does not cut a deep hole into the money bag, and leaves the opportunity to repeat a trip like this more often.