Adventure Park Geelong

The Basics

A day pass for Adventure Park Geelong offers full and unlimited access to the park’s rides and activities. Brave a ride on the Tornado waterslide, the biggest and longest in Victoria; stay dry with a ride on the Ferris wheel or Crazy Coaster; cruise around the lake on a paddleboat; or play a game of miniature golf. Tickets are priced based on height, and season passes are also available.

Things to Know Before You Go

• The park is ideal for families, with activities most suited to kids age 5–12. Some slides and activities have height and weight restrictions.

• On-site facilities include paid lockers, sun loungers (free) and cabanas (for rent), an ATM, picnic and BBQ areas, and a selection of cafés and restaurants.

• Budget travelers can save money by bringing their own food and refillable bottles (there are numerous water fountains).

• Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.

• Free parking is available on-site.

• The park and pools are wheelchair-accessible, but not all of the activities are suitable for those with limited mobility.

How to Get There

The park lies along the Bellarine Peninsula, 50 miles (80 kilometers) southwest of Melbourne. From downtown Melbourne, it’s about an hour and 20 minutes by car. There is no public transport directly to the park, but trains run to Geelong from Melbourne, and Searoad ferries run from Sorrento on the Mornington Peninsula to nearby Queenscliff. The park is about a 20-minute taxi ride from either destination.

When to Get There

Adventure Park is open from November to April, although opening days and times vary, so it’s worth checking in advance. The busiest time is in December and January, when an early arrival is recommended to secure parking, sun loungers, and picnic spots. Look out for seasonal events such as the Easter Egg hunt in April and the Summer Nights in January, which include evening access to the park, with an outdoor cinema and live entertainment.

Family Attractions in and Around Melbourne

Melbourne has numerous attractions and theme parks for families. Head to Melbourne Zoo to spot kangaroos, koalas, and emus; get your adrenaline fix at the Luna Park amusement park; or see sharks and crocodiles at the SEA LIFE® Melbourne Aquarium. Just outside Melbourne are the Funfields and Splashland water parks, animal parks such as the Healesville Sanctuary and the Moonlit Sanctuary, and the Penguin Parade on Phillip Island.