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things to do with kids in Bendigo

by william samuels

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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attraction

Bendigo Talking Tram

$$

heritage tram ride through the city with a recorded commentary about Bendigo's gold rush history. kids ride free.

Bendigo·all ages

Bendigo Pottery

$

Australia's oldest working pottery with hands-on clay workshops where kids can make and paint their own piece.

Epsom·3+ years

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·5+ years

Bendigo Art Gallery

free

free regional gallery with a strong collection and family-friendly exhibitions. school holiday workshops run regularly.

Bendigo·3+ years

Discovery Science & Technology Centre

$

hands-on science centre with planetarium shows, interactive exhibits, and a dedicated toddler zone.

Bendigo·2+ years

Great Stupa of Universal Compassion

$

the largest stupa in the Western world, set in peaceful gardens. guided tours explain Buddhist art and philosophy.

Myers Flat·5+ years

outdoor

Rosalind Park

free

central park with a lookout tower, playground, fernery, and cascading terraces. a great spot for a picnic.

Bendigo·all ages

Lake Weeroona

free

family-friendly lake with a playground, BBQ areas, walking track, and paddleboats for hire.

Bendigo·all ages

free things to do in Bendigo

  • Bendigo Art Gallery Bendigo
  • Rosalind Park Bendigo
  • Lake Weeroona Bendigo

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