Summer Holiday Fun for the Family
In a world filled with screens and schedules, there’s something truly special about stepping away and immersing the family in thrilling adventures. Whether you’re navigating the great outdoors or exploring hidden gems in south-east Melbourne, these family-friendly escapades promise laughter, bonding, and memories that last a lifetime.
Here are some places that we recommend for a one-of-a-kind family fun adventure, within close proximity from Hyatt Place Melbourne Caribbean Park.
Rush HQ (3 mins drive)
Experience the ultimate indoor adventure at Melbourne’s top-tier adventure park! Unleash your children’s inner thrill-seeker through six exhilarating worlds, testing their limits with soaring heights and challenging obstacles. The indoor challenge arena will leave your children with an adrenaline rush like no other.
Caribbean Rollerama
Caribbean Rollerama (5 mins drive)
Have a day filled with joy and adventure at this family-friendly skating rink, where enthusiasts of all ages can embrace the excitement of roller skating and rollerblading. Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere with great music, disco skating sessions, and engaging games. They do offer rentals on roller skates and rollerblades.
Chesterfield Farm (5 mins drive)
Chesterfield Farm is a historical farm transformed into a captivating tourist educational animal destination, welcoming visitors every day of the week. Offering an immersive and enjoyable hands-on experience of farm life, their diverse activities include milking cows, interacting with baby animals, witnessing working dog show, feeding deer, goats, camels, emus, and enjoying tractor rides. Highly recommended for families!
Jells Park (10 mins drive)
If you’re seeking a relaxing stroll, a picnic, or a place to connect with nature with your family, Jells Park is the right place to be! Nestled amid the picturesque landscapes of Wheelers Hill, with sprawling green spaces, serene walking trails, and shimmering lakes, this park is an oasis of tranquillity and natural beauty.
Puffing Billy Railway
Puffing Billy Railway (20 mins drive)
Embark on a magical journey with your family at Australia’s oldest and most charming heritage steam railway nestled in the breathtaking Dandenong Ranges. Puffing Billy isn’t just a train ride; it’s a family adventure through a temperate rainforest, providing the perfect opportunity to relax, breathe in the crisp air, and create lasting memories together.
Why not make it a family staycation as the perfect finale? Don’t need to worry about travel logistics, simply unwind or snuggle up with a favourite movie. Our Family Escape Package includes breakfast, on-site parking, exclusive family discounts to Caribbean Rollerama Skating Rink, Puffing Billy Railway and Chesterfield Farm and more!
So what are you waiting for? Gather your loved ones and embark on a journey filled with laughter, discovery, and the joy of spending quality time together. The world is your playground; let the adventure begin!