Need a convenient place to stay in Monash? Consider the spacious family room at PARKROYAL Monash, Melbourne, located in the heart of the city. Our rooms welcome you with beams of natural light, courtesy of their floor-to-ceiling windows. 

In-room entertainment and two smart TVs ensure that your family never gets bored; there is also an inviting outdoor swimming pool that beckons you to jump in for a relaxing evening dip. Just next door to our hotel is the M-City Complex—an exciting retail destination spread over two levels with over 60 stores offering shopping, dining and entertainment options. 

Ready for some friendly family competition? Monash has many sports activities that appeal to active families of all ages and interests. 

Start slow with some bowling action at Zone Bowling Clayton’s Ten Pin Bowling Alleys. Rack up your scores at this neon-lit party bowling arena, and compete to see who can score the most strikes and spares in your family. 

If you prefer something faster paced, head to the Oakleigh Go Go Kart Racing Club to fulfil your Lewis Hamilton inspired race car driver aspirations. There are tracks catering for ages six and up—you can compete in full-fledged races or just practice laps for fun as a family. See who can put the pedal to the metal and emerge as the fastest driver in the family.

Keen for more friendly family sports rivalry? Channel your inner Hawkeye and shoot your way to victory at the Moorabbin Archery Club. Experience is not required here; you can pick up basic archery skills as a family by practising target shooting—see who hits the bullseye the most! 

Unplug from the hustle and bustle of city life by visiting Monash’s lush natural destinations with your family. 

For young children who are only exposed to city life, a visit to a farm can be a real treat. At the educational Chesterfield Farm in Scoresby, your little ones can try their hand at milking cows, handling baby animals, and feeding deer, goats and camels. They can even go on tractor rides around the farm to get a feel of what farmers do. 

Beach-loving families would delight in the sun-drenched Brighton Beach, known for its spectacular skyline, relaxing beachside activities, and colourful Brighton Bathing Boxes. The popular beach provides the ideal backdrop for insta-worthy memories; the top of the list is the Bathing Boxes—a row of brightly hued huts lining the foreshore at Brighton Beach. 

Thereafter, you can explore the coast on bicycles, easily rented at the pier, and breeze through the area’s scenic surroundings. Had enough of the sun? Jump into the calm waters of the sea for a quick swim to cool off. The lifeguard-patrolled beach makes the waters safe to swim, so long as you stay between the designated flags. 

Holidays are about having fun, creating memories and sometimes, learning new things. 

The Monash Gallery of Art is a great place to learn everything about photography. Touted as The Australian home of photography, the museum inspires visitors to embrace and explore different photography forms through well-curated displays of photographic works. Your children can also enrol in kids' workshops which introduces them to the world of photography with the bonus of being allowed to take their creations home at the end of the session. 

Have an aviation fan in the family? Good news! You can "take flight" at the Moorabbin Air Museum as you "fly" to beautiful destinations around the world in a flight simulator. After your exhilarating flight experience, your family can admire various eye-opening aircraft exhibits—considered one of Australia’s most significant collections. 

Beyond learning about aircraft from different eras, you can pop into the cockpits of different aircraft to experience what it's like to be a pilot. The museum also houses a sizable collection of models, uniforms, and other artefacts associated with Australian aviation history that even non-fans would be impressed with. 

Need more ideas for your family getaway in Monash? Read more about what to do in Monash, or get in touch with our team at PARKROYAL Monash Melbourne. We look forward to hosting you soon.