3,000+ Google reviews across four Melbourne and Geelong locations — from parents, grandparents, and educators who’ve visited MoPA: Museum of Play and Art.
MoPA (Museum of Play and Art) is Australia’s creative play museum for children aged 1–7, with locations across Melbourne (Nunawading, Sandringham, Thomastown) and Geelong. With over 3,200 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars, MoPA is consistently rated one of Melbourne’s best family activities. Visitors love the hands-on painting (including painting a full-size car!), sensory play rooms, dance parties, storytelling sessions, obstacle courses, and imaginative themed spaces — all in a capped-capacity session format that keeps it calm and high-quality.
“This was the BEST experience I have had in a play centre type environment ever — on ALL levels. STAFF were SUPER friendly, there were many interactive activities, protective clothing was supplied for painting, and who knew you could paint a CAR? From the moment of entry they made it super easy. I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND this venue.”
”Been going to MoPA Sandringham for years with our kids. What a great, safe, fun and varied place — run around, discover, learn, make new friends, dance, paint, craft, climb, slide, jump. Having a membership is the most value for money. Plus a lovely cafe catering for both small and big ones! Staff are always super friendly and most have been there for years — showing great culture. Big fan!”
”We recently had our daughter’s birthday party at MOPA and it was honestly such a wonderful experience from start to finish. The whole night ran so smoothly, the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, and they made the kids feel so welcome and excited. I truly cannot recommend it enough.”
”Set in one of Geelong’s iconic buildings (the Wintergarden), MoPA is clean and colourful, laid out beautifully, and has many enticing and engaging spaces. Our twin granddaughters (almost 4) were able to choose what they wanted to do, and our 7-month-old was equally captivated. The staff are very welcoming and the organised activities balanced out the free play beautifully. We will definitely be returning!”
Book a 2-hour session at any MoPA location — Melbourne’s most creative play spaces for children aged 1–7. Sessions are capped for a calm, high-quality experience.
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