Looking for a playcentre near you? A clean, spacious and imaginative indoor play centre can be a godsend in summer when the weather’s too hot or in winter when the weather’s just too cold to be outdoors.

The Tot team and I have been road-testing play centres near me and right across Melbourne for years! Here is our list of the best indoor play centres in Melbourne – there’s bound to be a great play centre near you.

Best Indoor Play Centres in Melbourne

1. Museum of Play and Art, Sandringham, Geelong, Thomastown + Nunawading

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Over the last 3 years, the team at MoPA: Museum of Play and Art have built a network of world-class Children’s Museums right across Melbourne, with play centres now in Melbourne’s South (Sandringham), West (Geelong), North (Thomastown opens late 2024) and a new Museum also soon opening in the East (Nunawading, Opening mid-2025)!

With support from the Australian Government, MoPA has been able to build out a network of Museums jam-packed with wondrous, fun, educational experiences for young families.

Designed to support the same curriculum that you’ll find in Australian kindergartens (the Early Years Learning Framework) MoPA‘s activities are frequently updated to centre on new themes, so there’s always something new!

With the full network of Museums open all day every day, an impeccably clean and engaging environment, great value memberships, and locations in every pocket of Melbourne, MoPA undoubtedly takes the top spot on this list!

Best Play Centres in Melbourne CBD/Docklands

2. Chipmunks, Docklands

Chipmunks Docklands is a great stopping point if you’re shopping at The District Docklands with kids so that you can enjoy some stress-free retail therapy.

Chipmunks Docklands, The District Docklands. Level 1, 440 Docklands Drive, Docklands 039 9121 278 with other locations too, see here.

3. Teeny Tiny Cafe, Docklands

Unleash your toddler’s imagination at Teeny Tiny Cafe in Docklands! Let them run wild in the play shop, kitchen, and soft play tunnel while you relax with a coffee. 

Enjoy delicious kids’ meals and unique Korean-style dishes. This indoor playground in Melbourne is suitable for pre-school aged kids. Due to it’s small size and intimate set up, it’s quiet and perfect as a play centre for babies, too.

Book online for a stress-free visit to this small but fun indoor playhouse and cafe.

Read our full review for Teeny Tiny Cafe.

Teeny Tiny Cafe, 3/860 Collins St, Docklands, 0499 712 412 

Best Playcentre Melbourne North

4. Bounce Latitude, Heidelberg

Bounce (formerly Latitude) is a huge indoor playcentre incorporating a trampoline park, climbing park and kids play centre.

It also includes a toddler play centre, with a fantastic under 5s play area, perfect for tiring out younger kids!

Bounce Latitude, 590 Waterdale Road, Heidelberg West 1300 123 528

5. GoClimb, Coburg

At GoClimb you can leap like a ninja, get lost inside the play gym and climb up the walls, making them a great contended for best play centre Melbourne!

GoClimb, 64-74 Gaffney Street, Coburg, 03 9350 3181

6. We Rock the Spectrum, Preston

We Rock the Spectrum caters especially for children on the autism spectrum or with other special needs – but it welcomes everyone!

There are more than 70 We Rock the Spectrum locations across the world and Melbourne has the first sensory-sensitive play gym in Australia!

We Rock the Spectrum, 378-380 Gilbert Road, Preston, 03 9042 3115

7. Play Nook, Northcote

Get ready for a playtime experience like no other at Play Nook in Northcote!

This indoor play centre is a bright and spacious wonderland for families that offers everything you need to keep your little ones entertained.

Some of their facilities include soft climbing structures, slides, sensory tables and a cozy cafe where parents can reenergize, relax and refuel over warm meals and delicious coffee.

Read the Play Nook review

Play Nook Cafe, 2 Arthurton Rd, Northcote, Melbourne, playnooknorthcote@gmail.com

8. Landing Playcentre, Bundoora

Landing Playcentre is a kids indoor play centre with a space-themed play structure surrounded by a large ball pit, an imaginative play zone with adorable kitchen gear and an area dedicated to babies. There is an on-site cafe and store.

There are party facilities and you can also privately hire the venue after hours.

Landing Playcentre, 2A/445 Grimshaw St, Bundoora, 03 9467 8780

Indoor Playground Melbourne South / South-East / Bayside

9. Lollipops Playland and Crazy Climb, Noble Park

Two kids play centres in one location? Yes please!

Lollipops Playland is part of the indoor play centre franchise and caters for kids from birth to about 13 years. Crazy Climb is a 26 climb venue for people aged from 4-94, and together they form one of the biggest indoor play centres in Melbourne.

Lollipops Playland and Crazy Climb, 6 Elonera Rd, Noble Park North, 03 9862 3400 and other locations

10. LEGOLAND Melbourne, Chadstone

Attention LEGO lovers! LEGOLAND Melbourne is the ultimate indoor LEGO play space. And if you’re looking for a kids play centre near Melbourne’s Chadstone shopping centre; this will tick all the boxes!

Learn about the process of making LEGO, get building in the numerous LEGO play zones.  Enjoy the rides, interactive displays,  4D Cinema, DUPLO Farm, Underwater Quest and much more. Read my Legoland Melbourne review.

LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Melbourne, Level 2, Chadstone – The Fashion Capital, 1341 Dandenong Road, Chadstone

11. Kid Factory, Dingley

Keep the kids amused for a couple of hours at Kid Factory with traditional jungle gym and slides, climbing frames, ball pit, single person trampolines and mini trampoline park with basketball rings.

It’s one of the children’s play centres with separate fenced areas and age-appropriate equipment for under 4s and under 2s.

Kid Factory, 300 Boundary Rd, Dingley 03 9551 3919

12. SuperZu, Dingley

SuperZu is a huge zoo-themed kids indoor playground contained in a floor area of 2270 square metres.

It’s a Melbourne play centre that is best for older kids that are capable of managing the equipment on their own as it’s big, loud and busy and the equipment is set out deep into the floor area.

SuperZu, 362-364 Boundary Road, Dingley, 03 9551 7559

13. Funtopia, Carrum Downs

Funtopia Carrum Downs is Australia’s biggest indoor play arena with a huge playground and indoor climbing centre combined in one! This definitely makes it one of the best playcentres Melbourne has to offer!

Inside the Funtopia play centre there’s also Climbing World, an indoor rock climbing area with 40 climbing walls starting from beginner to advanced level.

Read Funtopia Carrum Downs review.

Funtopia Carrum Downs, 586 Frankston-Dandenong Road, Carrum Downs, 03 8726 9053

14. TwistED Science, Moorabbin

TwistED Science brings science to life via fun activities that make the topics easy and entertaining.

This award-winning, science-based indoor play centre aims to help you and your children be curious, and create together. Most importantly, families can connect through the use of hands-on participation in their jam-packed STEM play stations.

Read our TwistED Science review.

TwistED Science, 36 Bulli St Moorabbin

15. My Puzzle House, Pakenham

My Puzzle House is an indoor playground near Melbourne that offers a sensory play gym in Pakenham.

For kids indoor play they offer active play equipment, quieter play and a sensory room that’s dark and calming. All sessions are led by at least one session host. 

Read our My Puzzle House review.

My Puzzle House, 5 Embry Court, Pakenham, 03 5611 0404

16. Lollipops Playland, Bentleigh East

At Lollipops Playland, let your kids explore the foam and soft play area, ball pit, and arcade games while you relax in the cafe. With affordable entry fees, security wristbands, and party rooms available, it’s the ideal spot for a memorable day out with the little ones.

The Lollipops Playland brand has become a much-loved name for a fun and affordable kids play centre Melbourne.

Lollipops Playland, 234 E Boundary Rd, Bentleigh East, (03) 9579 7491

17. Slides Playcentre, Knoxfield

Home to an 8-metre-high slide and a range of indoor sports courts, Slides Playcentre offers endless entertainment for the whole family. 

Fuel up at the on-site cafe and explore new party packages including Disco, Nerf, and Bubble Soccer. 

Slides Playcentre, 1642 Ferntree Gully Rd, Knoxfield, (03) 9763 5589

18. Lollipops Playland, Clyde North

Watch your kids have a blast in the play structures and gated toddler area at Lollipops Playland in Clyde North. Don’t miss the supervised rock climbing wall and the thrilling flying car ride for children 5+. 

Enjoy a break in the cafe with tasty snacks and coffee. 

A fantastic family-friendly destination for indoor play in Melbourne!

Lollipops Playland, Clyde North

19. Social Fair, Cranbourne

One of the best things about Social Fair is that it caters to children of all ages.

The toddler zone is equipped with soft play equipment, ensuring a safe space for the little ones to crawl, climb, and explore.

For older kids, there are more challenging structures, including obstacle courses, slides, high ropes and mini golf. There’s something for everyone, ensuring no one gets bored!

Social Fair, 14 Smethurst Street Cranbourne VIC 3977 Australia 03 9086 8966

Indoor Play Centres Melbourne East

20. Rainbow Town Play Centre, Glen Waverley

Rainbow Town is a Melbourne indoor playground with a lot to do!

With so many kids play areas, kids will have a blast on the giant play structure with huge ball pit, LEGO wall for lots of building, ninja course, trampolines, rock climbing wall and mini car area.

Rainbow Town Play Centre, 49-55 Myrtle St, Glen Waverley, 03 9560 7248

21. Billy Lids Playland, Hawthorn 

Run, jump, slide and climb at Billy Lids Playland in Hawthorn. Childhood adventures begin for kids aged 0 – 11 years old, where they can be kids, burn energy and have fun for hours.

Billy Lids Playland, 86 Lynch St, Hawthorn, 0478 619 674

22. Flip Out, Box Hill

Flip Out is an indoor playground for kids (big and little) with trampolines, parkour equipment, climbing walls and a range of lessons.

There are areas limited to under 130cm, areas limited to over 130cm and bigger participants are asked to give way to anyone that is smaller than them.

Sessions for younger kids, including playgroup sessions, are scheduled at Flip Out Box Hill.

Flip Out Box Hill, T2, 249 Middleborough Rd, Box Hill, 03 9890 7213

23. Ace Space Play Centre, Chirnside Park

Ace Space Children’s Play Centre in Chirnside Park is a great spot for kids to let loose and have fun while parents relax in the cafe.

With fully heated and cooled premises, this huge indoor playground is a perfect spot for parties or group gatherings. 

Ace Space Play Centre, Unit 9/286-288 Maroondah Hwy, Chirnside Park, (03) 9727 0755

24. Sprouts, Kilsyth South

Escape the house and head to Sprouts Playcentre for a day of active fun! 

Located in an industrial estate in Kilsyth, this play centre features climbing frames, slides, a friendly Thomas train, and even a rocket ship. Kids under 3 can explore their own play area with toys and a kitchen for imaginative play.

Sprouts, 11/257 Colchester Rd, Kilsyth South, (03) 9720 4833

25. Ninja Parc, Bayswater

Looking for a thrilling indoor adventure to enjoy with your kids?

With a Casual Play Pass at Ninja Parc, your family can swing, jump, and climb through 20+ obstacles for an hour of non-stop fun. Parents join in, or let your kids unleash their inner ninja while you relax on the sidelines.

Ninja Parc, 13 Burton Ct, Bayswater, (03) 9909 3517

Indoor Play Centre Western Suburbs

26. Funtopia, Maribyrnong

Funtopia Maribyrnong, is one of the indoor play centres near me, and it’s amazing with two different ‘worlds’ to choose from – playground world and the climbing world.

Funtopia, 98 Hampstead Rd, Maribyrnong, 03 9317 0413

27. Airodrome, Altona

Airodrome is an Altona play centre and it’s like two play centres in one!

It combines a trampoline park with an inflatable playground (the best indoor playground for toddlers in the centre), with bouncy castles galore, colourful slides, jumping castles, mazes, climbing wall, velcro wall and jousting ring.

Airodrome, Westgate Sports & Leisure Centre, cnr. Grieve Pde & Doherty’s Rd, Altona North, 03 9369 7224

28. Leo’s Kingdom, Altona North

When it’s wet outside, bundle the kids up and take them to Leo’s Kingdom. (Formerly’s Westgate Play Centre). From trampolines to tunnels, the jungle-themed play centre offers endless fun for kids up to 12 years old. 

With private party options, a toddler play area, and a convenient cafe nearby, Leo’s Kingdom is the perfect indoor play centre for family fun.

Read our review for Leo’s Kingdom Altona North.

Leo’s Kingdom, Westgate Indoor Sports, Cnr Grieve Pde and Dohertys Rd, Altona North 03 9369 6888

29. Crocs Playcentre, Derrimut

Crocs Playcentre Derrimut has a jungle-themed play area with your usual inflatables, tadalafil slides, climbing structures, motorised electric race cars, tricycles as well as a gated area for kids under 4 years.

It’s one of the best play centers in Melbourne for line of sight to most areas as it’s all within one large room, so you can relax knowing your little one won’t perform any great disappearing acts!

Crocs Playcentre Derrimut, Unit 3 & 4, 21 Elgar Road, Derrimut (03) 9363 0872 and other locations

30. Relax and Play, Altona North

The onsite cafe also offers a healthy and interesting menu and it’s not just all pre-packaged fried food!

Relax and Play, 1 Gilbert Drive, Altona North, 03 8676 8111

31. Jumpside, Footscray

Looking for a place to let the kids release some energy? Check out the Jumpside trampoline park and ninja park, an indoor play centre in Footscray where kids can spend the day bouncing, fliping, twisting and leaping through the air on the indoor trampolines, ninja obstacle course and air court!

Babies and toddlers will also have so much to do and explore all thanks to the toddler soft play that’s available for their enjoyment every weekday!

Read our full review here.

Jumpside trampoline park and ninja park, 1 Mephan Street, Footscray, +61 3 9041 8542, hello@jumpside.com.au

32. Absolute Kaos, Melton

Absolute Kaos Play Centre is the go-to spot in Melton for endless fun with your kids! 

Treat your little ones to a day of excitement with an inflatable obstacle courses, jumping castles, multilevel indoor playground and a Toddler Zone. 

The grown-ups can unwind in the cafe and let the chaos rein in. 

Absolute Kaos, 1/86-88 High St, Melton, (03) 9746 0400

33. Mick’s Jump ‘n Play, Melton

Get ready for a world of inflatable fun at Mick’s Jump ‘n’ Play in Melton. 

Here, kids can bounce, slide, and climb their way through a variety of play and bounce areas featuring beloved TV characters. With affordable entry fees, an onsite cafe, and party packages, it’s the perfect spot for indoor play in Melbourne.

Read our full review of Mick’s Jump n’ Play.

Mick’s Jump ‘n Play, Rear Carpark Entry, 65B Reserve Rd, Melton, (03) 9743 8888

34. Chipmunks Playland & Cafe, Caroline Springs

Looking for a place where your kids can play and party all day? Chipmunks Caroline Springs is the ultimate indoor play destination. 

Explore the giant indoor playground, grab a delicious meal at the café, and enjoy a day of laughter and joy with the kids.

With locations across Australia, Chipmunks Playland are known as being some of the best play centres Melbourne has to offer.

Chipmunks Playland & Cafe, 3/1099 Western Hwy, Ravenhall, 0452 543 023

35. Just Kids Playcentre, Tullamarine

Just Kids Play Centre offers a diverse range of entertainment for kids aged 0-12, from toddler-friendly play areas to exciting arcade games. Celebrate birthdays with affordable packages and relax in the on-site cafe while your little ones explore and play.

Just Kids Playcentre, 7/217 Mickleham Rd, Tullamarine, 0481 474 183

36. Flipout, Braybrook

Bring your kids to Flip Out in Braybrook for an action-packed day of fun.

With trampolines, a Ninja course, climbing area, soft play zone, and electric go-carts, there’s something for every little adventurer. Let them bounce, climb, spin, and slide their way to an unforgettable experience!

Flipout, Central West Shopping Centre, D1/67 Ashley St, Braybrook, (03) 8383 9700

37. Superpark, Highpoint Shopping Centre

SuperPark at Highpoint is the ultimate destination for action-packed family entertainment. 

From a 50m Pedal Car Track to a Ninja Track and SuperJump trampolines, there’s something for everyone. Enjoy delicious meals at SuperBites Cafe and enjoy endless thrills at this exciting indoor play centre.

Read our review for Superpark here.

Superpark, Shop L07 6205/200 Rosamond Rd, Maribyrnong

38. Flipout, Derrimut

With a huge main arena, a special kids’ area, and a foam pit, there’s endless excitement for the whole family at Flipout Derrimut. Let your little ones burn off energy at Play Group sessions or join the Ninjas classes for some agile fun.

Flipout,  2/21 Elgar Rd, Derrimut, (03) 8358 4581

39. Tumbles Playhouse, Williamstown

Tumbles Playhouse is a small but mighty indoor play centre in Williamstown, Melbourne’s inner west.

Their giant three-story play structure is made up of tunnels, slides, a bridge, a ball pit and a flying fox. They also have a super fast double astro slide (so you can race your friend!), and two big inflatables – a lollipop jumping castle, as well as a giant slide.

For the babies and toddlers under 3 years there’s a smaller play structure, “construction zone” with huge building blocks, rockers, a ball pit, and jumping inflatable.

The gated infant play area for children up to 18 months old has plenty to keep the little ones busy, while also ensuring their safety.

Tumbles Playhouse 1/197 Champion Rd, Williamstown North VIC 3016

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