things to do with kids in Bendigo
another gold rush city with rich heritage, Bendigo has underground mine tours, a talking tram, and excellent art and science museums for families.
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Bendigo Talking Tram
$$heritage tram ride through the city with a recorded commentary about Bendigo's gold rush history. kids ride free.
Bendigo Pottery
$Australia's oldest working pottery with hands-on clay workshops where kids can make and paint their own piece.
museum & learning
Central Deborah Gold Mine
$$go underground in a real gold mine — guided tours at different depths including a 228-metre adventure tour.
Bendigo Art Gallery
freefree regional gallery with a strong collection and family-friendly exhibitions. school holiday workshops run regularly.
Discovery Science & Technology Centre
$hands-on science centre with planetarium shows, interactive exhibits, and a dedicated toddler zone.
Great Stupa of Universal Compassion
$the largest stupa in the Western world, set in peaceful gardens. guided tours explain Buddhist art and philosophy.
outdoor
Rosalind Park
freecentral park with a lookout tower, playground, fernery, and cascading terraces. a great spot for a picnic.
Lake Weeroona
freefamily-friendly lake with a playground, BBQ areas, walking track, and paddleboats for hire.
free things to do in Bendigo
- •Bendigo Art Gallery — Bendigo
- •Rosalind Park — Bendigo
- •Lake Weeroona — Bendigo
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