Luna Park Melbourne

Melbourne’s iconic oceanfront amusement park mixes old-school charm and modern thrill rides to create the perfect family day out.

More than just an amusement park, Luna Park is a cultural institution located on the water’s edge of Port Phillip Bay in the suburb of St. Kilda. The park opened in 1912 and ever since has captivated visitors with its bright lights, colorful sideshows and exhilarating rides.

Luna Park has long played a part in Melbourne’s history. During World War I, the park was largely shut down, but was spectacularly relaunched in 1923. When World War II struck, the park remained open but its bright lights were dimmed in the evenings as it was feared that its glow would make it an easy target for bombing raids. In the 1980s, the park lost one of its iconic roller coasters, the Big Dipper, to fire.

Despite these setbacks, Luna Park remains an enduring testament to Melbourne's love of leisure and simple pleasures. Today Luna Park is a mix of heritage-listed attractions and modern, exhilarating rides.

Climb aboard the Great Scenic Railway, the oldest continually operating roller coaster in the world. The ride goes around the entire perimeter of the park and offers great views over Port Phillip Bay and the surrounding suburbs. Buckle up on modern, high-tech rides like the Pharaoh’s Curse and G-Force, which will have your head spinning and heart racing. Less adventurous visitors and children can enjoy the gentler pace of the carousels and Ferris wheel.

Luna Park is easily accessible by bus and tram. Two tram services leave from downtown Melbourne and stop directly outside. There is also plenty of metered street parking in the surrounding area. Entrance to the park is free but you have to pay for rides and sideshows. Unlimited ride passes for the entire day are available.

Luna Park is open on weekends, school holidays and public holidays. Because opening hours and days can vary it is essential to check the website before you visit. You can buy snacks inside the park, or bring your own food. Lockers are available for rent.

18 Lower Esplanade, St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia | View Google Map

Attractions and Neighbourhoods near Luna Park Melbourne

Palais Theatre

This famous art deco St. Kilda landmark hosts a range of live shows, including concerts, film festivals, dance performances and theater shows.

Acland Street

Everyone knows the way to Melbourne’s heart is through the stomach and this famous dining strip in St. Kilda has been winning hearts for nearly a century.

St Kilda Beach

This seaside suburban village is home to Melbourne’s favorite beach, an iconic amusement park and a street lined with pastry shops.

St Kilda Pier

Stroll, cycle, rollerblade or go fishing at one of Melbourne’s most cherished landmarks and enjoy panoramic views of the city skyline and the waterfront.

St. Kilda Botanical Gardens

This historic botanical garden has a modern twist, incorporating a fascinating Eco-Centre into its green lawns, stunning native flowerbeds and rose garden.

Hotels near Luna Park Melbourne

Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Docklands

66 Aurora Lane

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Marvel Stadium, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, and DFO South Wharf. Crown Casino and Entertainment Complex and Festival Hall are also within 15 minutes. Southern Cross Station is 5 minutes by foot and North Melbourne Station is 21 minutes.

Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

300 Spencer Street

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Marvel Stadium, Melbourne Central, and Queen Victoria Market. Crown Casino and Entertainment Complex and Bourke Street Mall are also within 1 mi (2 km). Flagstaff Station is 6 minutes by foot and Southern Cross Station is 7 minutes.

Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Southbank

Corner of Southgate Ave & Riverside Quay

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Crown Casino and Entertainment Complex, Melbourne Central, and Melbourne Cricket Ground. Royal Botanic Gardens and Marvel Stadium are also within 2 mi (3 km). Flinders Street Station is 7 minutes by foot and Melbourne Central Station is 17 minutes.

Pan Pacific Melbourne

2 Convention Centre Place

Rated 4.6 / 5 by Guests

This family-friendly Melbourne hotel is located on the riverwalk, just steps from Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre and DFO South Wharf. Crown Casino and Entertainment Complex and SEA LIFE Melbourne are also within 15 minutes. Southern Cross Station is 16 minutes by foot and Flinders Street Station is 22 minutes.

Citadines on Bourke Melbourne

131-135 Bourke Street

Rated 4.5 / 5 by Guests

This family-friendly Melbourne aparthotel is located in the entertainment district, within a 10-minute walk of Her Majesty's Theatre, Parliament House of Victoria, and Bourke Street Mall. Hosier Lane and Forum Theatre are also within 10 minutes. Parliament Station is only a 4-minute walk and Melbourne Central Station is 11 minutes.

The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins Melbourne

630 Little Collins Street

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of SEA LIFE Melbourne, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, and Crown Casino and Entertainment Complex. Marvel Stadium and Melbourne Central are also within 1 mi (2 km). Southern Cross Station is only a 2-minute walk and Flagstaff Station is 12 minutes.

Pegasus Apart'Hotel

206 A'Beckett Street

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this aparthotel is within a 10-minute walk of Flagstaff Gardens, Queen Victoria Market, and Melbourne Central. Emporium Melbourne and Bourke Street Mall are also within 15 minutes. Flagstaff Station is only a 3-minute walk and Melbourne Central Station is 7 minutes.

Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne

328 Flinders Street

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria, and Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. Melbourne Central and Crown Casino and Entertainment Complex are also within 15 minutes. Flinders Street Station is only a 4-minute walk and Melbourne Central Station is 13 minutes.

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Melbourne - Flinders Street

270 Flinders Street

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Degraves Street and Federation Square. Bourke Street Mall and SEA LIFE Melbourne are also within 10 minutes. Flinders Street Station is only a 3-minute walk and Melbourne Central Station is 13 minutes.

The Victoria Hotel Melbourne

215 Little Collins Street

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this hotel is steps from Melbourne Town Hall and Collins Street. Melbourne Central and Princess Theatre are also within 10 minutes. Parliament Station is 8 minutes by foot and Melbourne Central Station is 9 minutes.

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

44 Spencer Street

Rated 3.7 / 5 by Guests

Stamford Plaza Melbourne

111 Little Collins Street

Rated 4.6 / 5 by Guests

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Regent Theatre, Princess Theatre, and Bourke Street Mall. Melbourne Central and Melbourne Cricket Ground are also within 1 mi (2 km). Parliament Station is 5 minutes by foot and Flinders Street Station is 10 minutes.

Best Western Airport Motel and Convention Centre

33 Ardlie Street

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Attwood, this hotel is within 12 mi (20 km) of Royal Melbourne Showgrounds, Highpoint Shopping Centre, and Flemington Racecourse. La Trobe University and Royal Children's Hospital are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Oaks Melbourne on Collins Hotel

480 Collins Street

Rated 3.8 / 5 by Guests

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this aparthotel is within a 15-minute walk of Collins Street and Melbourne Central. Queen Victoria Market and Princess Theatre are also within 1 mi (2 km). Flagstaff Station is 9 minutes by foot and Southern Cross Station is 7 minutes.

Novotel Melbourne on Collins

270 Collins Street

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

This family-friendly Melbourne hotel is located in the entertainment district, just steps from Degraves Street and Collins Street. Melbourne Central and Princess Theatre are also within 15 minutes. Flinders Street Station is 6 minutes by foot and Melbourne Central Station is 10 minutes.

Oaks Melbourne on Market Hotel

60 Market Street

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

This family-friendly Melbourne aparthotel is located in the entertainment district, just steps from Flinders Lane and Collins Street. Crown Casino and Entertainment Complex and Melbourne Central are also within 15 minutes. Flinders Street Station is 9 minutes by foot and Flagstaff Station is 11 minutes.

Mantra Tullamarine

2 Trade Park Drive

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located near the airport, this family-friendly hotel is within 12 mi (20 km) of Highpoint Shopping Centre, Flemington Racecourse, and Queen Victoria Market. Marvel Stadium and Her Majesty's Theatre are also within 12 mi (20 km).

City Tempo - Queen St

353 Queen Street

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this aparthotel is within a 10-minute walk of Hardware Lane, Queen Victoria Market, and Melbourne Central. Collins Street and Carlton Gardens are also within 1 mi (2 km). Flagstaff Station is only a 4-minute walk and Melbourne Central Station is 5 minutes.

Mercure Welcome Melbourne

265 Little Bourke Street

Rated 3.8 / 5 by Guests

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this eco-friendly hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Melbourne Central and Princess Theatre. Queen Victoria Market and SEA LIFE Melbourne are also within 1 mi (2 km). Melbourne Central Station is 6 minutes by foot and Flinders Street Station is 9 minutes.

Radisson on Flagstaff Gardens Melbourne

380 William Street

Rated 4.5 / 5 by Guests

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Queen Victoria Market and Melbourne Central. SEA LIFE Melbourne and Marvel Stadium are also within 1 mi (2 km). Flagstaff Station is only a 2-minute walk and Melbourne Central Station is 9 minutes.

Rydges Melbourne Hotel

186 Exhibition Street

Rated 4.0 / 5 by Guests

Located in Chinatown, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Her Majesty's Theatre, Collins Street, and Princess Theatre. Carlton Gardens and Melbourne Central are also within 15 minutes. Parliament Station is only a 4-minute walk and Melbourne Central Station is 12 minutes.

ibis Melbourne Hotel and Apartments

15-21 Therry Street

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this eco-friendly hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Queen Victoria Market and Melbourne Central. Royal Exhibition Building and Carlton Gardens are also within 15 minutes. Melbourne Central Station is 7 minutes by foot and Flagstaff Station is 12 minutes.

PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport

Arrival Drive

Rated 4.4 / 5 by Guests

Located in Melbourne, this family-friendly hotel is 1.9 mi (3 km) from URBNSURF Sports Park, and within 12 mi (20 km) of DFO Essendon and Highpoint Shopping Centre. Flemington Racecourse and Moonee Valley Racecourse are also within 12 mi (20 km).

ibis Styles Kingsgate

131 King Street

Rated 3.6 / 5 by Guests

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of SEA LIFE Melbourne, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, and Bourke Street Mall. Crown Casino and Entertainment Complex and Marvel Stadium are also within 1 mi (2 km). Southern Cross Station is only a 4-minute walk and Flagstaff Station is 9 minutes.