Looking to enjoy a great destination in Melbourne? Don’t miss out on all the amazing offerings of Frankston – a lively suburb that makes for a fantastic half or full-day destination for families. From exciting kid-friendly parks to exciting street art walking tours, this spot has it all!
To help you plan out the perfect family day at Frankston, here are some of my favourite places to see, play and eat in Frankston with kids.
FEATURED EVENT #1
Ever explored an outdoor street art gallery? With life-sized murals, augmented reality pieces and splashes of colour and imagination, Frankston’s street art really comes to life.
Guided through the city’s streets and laneways, you’ll discover the iconic street art scene developing across the city during Frankston’s Street Art Walking tours. With more than 50 artworks on show, you’ll understand why Frankston won Australia’s best street art walking tour.Â
Morning tours run every weekend, while their Twilight tours only run on Fridays.
Book a tour here to experience it yourself.
Frankston’s Street Art Walking tours, 60 Playne Street, Frankston, 1300 322 842, visit@frankston.vic.gov.au
Things to do in Frankston
1. Frankston Beach
Frankston Beach is long, clean and shallow far out into Port Phillip Bay, making it a great location for family-friendly water play. The 500m long pier provides great views back to shore and makes a lovely counterpoint against all that soft sand and blue water!
The beach is the end of a 9km stretch of sand that starts at Carrum. The Frankston end includes the Frankston Life Saving Club, Frankston Yacht Club, and the intersection of Kananook Creek with its spectacular arched Landmark Bridge.
The beach is patrolled on the weekends and during the summer months.
Frankston Beach, Nepean Highway, Frankston
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2. Frankston Regional Playground
Part fairy tower and Dracula’s castle, this adventure playground on Frankston Beach’s foreshore is a spacious and imaginative play space. FULL REVIEW.
Frankston Regional Playground, Pier Promenade, Frankston
3. Jubilee Park
Frankston’s newest park features artistic elements referencing the sand and the sea and a gorgeous look-and-find activity with native Australian animals and sea creatures. FULL REVIEW.
Jubilee Park, Hillcrest Rd, Frankston
4. Ballam Park
Double the fun with two regional playgrounds, skate park, parkour equipment, multi-use court and BBQ/picnic facilities. Full review.
Ballam Park, 260R Cranbourne Rd, Frankston
5. Frankston Library
The library’s decorated with gorgeous murals depicting scenes and characters from Alice in Wonderland.
Inside, snuggle up in the giant chair (which looks rather magical) in the children’s area, which also has some toys and of course books to enjoy.
Frankston Library, 60 Playne Street, Frankston
6. Frankston Arts Centre
Above the Frankston Library is the Frankston Arts Centre, which regularly hosts children’s programming and school holiday activities. Just look for The Nutcrackers ballet leading you up the stairs.
Frankston Arts Centre, 27 – 37 Davey St, Frankston, 03 9784 1060
7. McClelland Gallery and Sculpture Park
Intriguing and curious artwork everywhere you look in this sculpture park inside 16 hectares of bush and landscaped gardens. FULL REVIEW.
McClelland Gallery and Sculpture Park, 390 McClelland Drive, Langwarrin
WHERE TO EAT IN FRANKSTON
8. McClelland Gallery Cafe
If you’re at McClelland Sculpture Park and Gallery, then the on-site McClelland cafe has pretty good food that’s reasonably priced. Mostly it’s the setting you’re paying for, so request a seat by the window. Note that lunch starts at 12pm. Pram access, high chairs, children’s menu and change facilities available. FULL REVIEW.
McClelland Gallery and Sculpture Park, 390 McClelland Drive, Langwarrin
9. Eeny Meeny
Recommended to me by Frankston locals, this cafe in the centre of town has an eclectic vintage feel and a serene courtyard at the back complete with fishpond. Pram access, high chairs, disabled toilets available. FULL REVIEW.
Eeny Meeny, 96 Young St, Frankston
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HOT Tips:
- BBQs and picnic facilities available at playground and along foreshore;
- beach showers/toilets and kiosk on foreshore;
- paid parking at the foreshore carpark and in Frankston CBD.
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