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Galactic Circus


Enjoy more action than you've ever dreamed possible. Australia’s largest indoor amusement facility, Galactic Circus is a galaxy of games, a kaleidoscope of colour and a carnival of cosmic proportions. Latest technology and virtual reality games provide cyber fun for all ages! Experience the ride of your life on a virtual rocket-trip, get involved in a live action video game, and take a chance to win top prizes.


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Where:Crown Entertainment Complex, ground level, 8 Whiteman Street, Southbank.
Phone:+61 (0)3 8646 4140
Website:Galactic Circus

Scienceworks & Melbourne Planetarium


Science is Fun! Push it, pull it, spin it, bang it. Through hands-on exhibits, live demonstrations, tours, activities and shows explore the mysteries of science and technology. Curious minds will definitely be satisfied. Thanks to a range of planetarium shows, discover our planet system including the moon, the stars and even beyond. Or stay on earth and experience the electrifying Lightning room.


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Where:2 Booker Street, Spotswood.
Phone:+61 (0)3 9392 4800
Website:Scienceworks
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Puffing Billy Steam Railway


Get on board a genuine historic steam train. Enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery and panoramic views which pass by your carriage window. You can stop over for a few pleasant hours bushwalking, swimming or just relaxing in the peaceful country setting. The Puffing Billy is a living museum that brings you along a memorable sentimental journey.


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All trips depart and return from Belgrave in the Dandenong Ranges, only 40 km east of Melbourne

Special attention to Seniors or passengers with reduced mobility
It is recommended to let the Puffing Billy Steam Railway know about your requirements before you travel

Where:Old Monbulk Road, Belgrave.
Phone:+61 (0)3 9754 6800
Website:Puffing Billy
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M9 Laser Wars


Challenge your skills and sharp-shooter reflexes. Battle against your friends with an infrared laser gun. 100 different games of space strategy, interactive aliens, special effect sound, smoke and lighting create a great fun atmosphere!


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Where:Ground level, 8 Whiteman Street, Southbank.
Phone:+ 61 (0)3 9694 1290
Website:M9

Circus Oz


Enjoy a playful theatrical show and celebrate multiskilled ensemble achievement. The Circus Oz has plundered the traditions of conventional circus and blended them with topical issues, relevant imagery, contemporary music, physical theatre and comedy.
Or take some lessons and learn aerial skills, including Flying Trapeze, Static Trapeze, Tissus, Corde Lisse, and Web-Spinning. For those who prefer ground-based skills, take classes in Tumbling, Handstands, Acro-Balance, Juggling and Pilates.


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Kids and teenagers classes run every Saturday of the school term + some holiday programs
Adults classes offer a range of circus skills for beginners to advanced
Where:40 Bay Street, Port Melbourne.
Phone: +61 (0)3 9646 8899
Website:Circus Oz

Luna Park


Opened in 1912, Luna Park is an historic and unmissable amusement park. Hold on tight! Spin, swing, drop, fly, bump, head up-side-down, you will thrill with all the great attractions Luna Park offers. From the jaw dropping, eye ball popping super thrill rides like the Pharoah’s Curse, to rides like the Spider, Twin Dragon, G force and Shock Drop, the addicted of sensation will be overwhelmed. There are also plenty of rides that the family can enjoy, such as Arabian Merry,
Silly Serpent, Scenic Railway, Carousel and Red Baron.


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Attractions are subject to height restrictions and medical conditions.
Where:Lower Esplanade, St Kilda.
Phone:+61 (0)3 9525 5033
Website:Luna Park Melbourne
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*All information is subject to change without notification.