EDUCATE ENTERTAIN INSPIRE
DreamCity is a brand new high-tech city where children are inspired to learn through fun career activities.
We look forward to opening again for
casual visits, parties and school excursions,
as soon as it is safe to do so.
We are Melbourne’s newest edutainment destination for kids aged 3 to 13+. DreamCity is an amazing world where science, technology, engineering, the arts and maths collide in an explosion of fun. A place where kids take on the careers of the future and explore the power of science in everyday lives.
From operating flight simulators, fighting virtual fires, performing surgery and producing podcasts from the DreamCity studios, kids aged 6 to 13+ will have an awesomely fun time and be inspired by the possibilities!
Kids aged 3 to 5 years old will participate in an awesome, age-appropriate program. (See Activities below)
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DFO South Wharf, Melbourne
Kids aged 6 -13 years can test a bunch of inspiring careers using the very latest high-tech equipment.
Kids aged 3 -5 years can participate in an awesome age appropriate program. See all activities below!
Just remember: all kids must have a supervising adult in attendance
YOU MIGHT FIND YOUR CALLING IN THE DREAMCITY PRODUCTION STUDIOS.
SCIENTIST, ENGINEER, CODER? DESIGN, CODE AND FLICK THE SWITCH ON THE VERY LATEST ROBOTS.
FLY YOUR OWN VIRTUAL AIRCRAFT IN OUR FLIGHT SIMULATORS AND UNDERSTAND THE FORCES AT WORK.
GOGGLES ON! ENTER A WORLD OF CREATIVITY IN OUR FUTURISTIC VR STUDIO.
THE KIDS OF TODAY LOOKING AFTER THE BABIES OF TOMORROW. WEIGH, MEASURE, FEED AND REPEAT.
ARE YOU DEXTEROUS ENOUGH TO PERFORM A LAPAROSCOPY IN OUR SURGERY?
LEARN HOW TO FIGHT A FIRE IN AUGMENTED REALITY. HOT OR NOT? USE THERMAL IMAGING TO HELP.
GET THE HEADPHONES ON, WAIT FOR YOUR CUE AND LEARN HOW TO PODCAST LIKE A PRO.
*All activities are designed by experienced educators to provide quality, hands-on science, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics (STEAM) learning experiences for children aged 3 to 13+.
After opening in late December 2019, the first 4 weeks saw close to 8,000 visitors to DreamCity. Parents have been raving about the experience too with 5/5 rating in Facebook and 4.9 in Google Reviews. "Wow the kids had an amazing couple of hours with some amazing educators. Such a fun, hands on experience suitable for all ages. My three kids aged 5, 8 and 11 had the chance to learn about and try their hands at being surgeons, pilots, radio host, fireman, electrical technicians and virtual reality. Incredibly fun and informative staff. Also great soft serve ice cream to top off our great day! I recommend this place for children of all ages! Oh and fun for the adults too, 'best day ever' my kids said." Kelly Cowlishaw, Facebook, 28 February 2020.
DreamCity is your ideal excursion destination. For teachers looking to make learning real, relevant and relatable, then you can't do much better than a visit to DreamCity. Each high-tech career activity is very authentic - for example the DreamCity surgery is kitted out with laparoscopy equipment that surgeons train on. Students are in control of their learning, in fact they are in control of DreamCity! It's built on the premise of engagement through hands-on immersion in real-life careers. Enquire about a School Excursion now.
What a blast! Sam Mac, Sunrise's weather man, dropped into DreamCity on 26 Feb to see what all the hype is about. Students from Bentleigh West and Middle Park Primary Schools starred in a series of fun, live crosses that highlighted the STEAM learning opportunities at DreamCity. Check out the video highlights.
Mums and dads won’t miss out while the kids are having fun. Our DC baristas have mastered the science of the perfect latte in our new café. You can match our favourite Genovese coffee with a sweet treat all before the kids’ first podcast!
STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and maths) have been recognised by all levels of government as the key elements of our jobs of the future. DreamCity is doing its part to inspire young children with the possibilities of STEAM.
Expect to complete 5 hi-tech activities in a 2-hour session. Kids will be in groups of 12, with friends wherever possible.
We do need one parent or guardian to stay in the venue at all times.
Fancy some shopping at DFO? For your convenience, the DreamCity adult entry ticket is transferable between parents/guardians within the 2-hour session to allow shopping time, while the other adult supervises within the DreamCity venue….Happy Days!
All DreamCity activities have been designed by experienced teachers to inspire children and promote positive experiences in STEAM. We can provide an excursion experience for Pre-School to Year 9 children.
The activity pods at DreamCity may include:
• Medical technology and the human body
• Fire awareness and the chemistry of fighting fire
• Aerodynamics and flight simulation
• Engineering and robotics
• Radio and TV production
…and more. (Interactive activities will change periodically.)
We know the best learning experiences occur when our young visitors are fully engaged, active and having fun. DreamCity activities are highly evolved to engage young people – girls and boys, and dial up the fun factor!
For enquiries, complete the Request Booking form below or call 03 9957 5912
School/Kinder Excursions
(Term Time Only)
Mon – Fri: Times to suit
Indicative Pricing
Children: $25 for 5 x 20 minute activities per child.
Teachers/parents assisting with activities are free.
We can design a session to suit.
School Holiday Programs/Groups
We have a dedicated school holiday program team to help. Indicative pricing is $28 per child for a 2 hour session.
Kids will not only have an awesomely fun time, they will learn stuff too (without even knowing it!). Your parents will love this!
You can bring any number of children up to 168 into our venue for a 2-hour session.
Sessions run:
· 10am to 12 noon (168 max capacity)
· 12:20pm to 2:20pm (168 max capacity)
· 2:40pm to 4:40pm (168 max capacity)
For enquiries, complete the Request Booking form below or call 03 9957 5912
Teachers can subscribe to DreamCity Ed (DC-ED) to receive a range of benefits.
Enjoy everything DreamCity has to offer and celebrate a special day on a party table with catering provided by DC Cafe.
Sometimes we just want to be big kids, so talk to us about a corporate function, a wellbeing escape or if you want to discover your inner child.
DreamCity
Level 1, Shop 114/115
DFO South Wharf
20 Convention Centre Place
South Wharf
Located at DFO South Wharf – near Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre.
T: 03. 9957 5912 E: info@dreamcity.com.au
Wilson DFO South Wharf:
Mon – Sun. ($6/hour. Beyond 4 hours – $24 maximum fee)
Other nearby parking options include:
• Local metered street parking
• Melbourne Exhibition Centre (via Normanby Rd)
• Care Park – Munro Street, South Wharf
• Wilson Freeway Parking – via Normanby Rd and Munro St
DreamCity is easily accessible by public transport.
Check PTV at ptv.vic.gov.au to plan your journey.
Set-down/pick-up passengers – in Convention Centre Place opposite Novotel.