Australian Traveller
A family guide to where to eat, stay and play in Melbourne 09 June 2021 . BY Carla Grossetti
Your go-to guide to Melbourne’s best places to eat, sleep and top things to do with kids.
Where to eat in Melbourne with kids
Parents looking to ignite their children’s appetite will find a lot to inspire in the multicultural capital of Victoria. Make Melbourne your next food-focused getaway at these sought-after spots attuned to pleasing the palates of diners young and old.
ACMI is Melbourne’s museum dedicated to film, TV, videogames and art. After exploring the exhibitions, attending a talk or workshop, head to HERO, chef Karen Martini’s new on-site restaurant, which champions the produce of local farmers and purveyors. Line up for a house-made choc top or Maker & Monger cheese platter from Martini’s carefully curated cinema cart before heading in to see a cult classic or anime film.
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Australia Day will look different this year. Many events, including the traditional city parade, are cancelled due to COVID-19 restrictions.
But with the public holiday falling on a Tuesday and the temptation of a four-day weekend too much for many, the mood is certain to still be buoyant.
No parades: Australia Day will look a little different this year.
Credit:Luis Enrique Ascui
Here s a list of what s happening on Australia Day and what will be open on the public holiday.
Official ceremonies
Day of Mourning Dawn Service: NAIDOC (National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee) will host a service from 5am at Kingâs Domain Resting Place. The service is free but registration is required and people need to bring a printed or digital copy of registration. It will also be live streamed. More details here.