10 things to do with the kids on a rainy day

Here's one to keep in your back pocket for when the rain shows up. Putting a spin on the classic game of mini golf, Holey Moley adds some excitement to the family pastime. With iconic family-friendly pop culture references at every twist and turn, kids of all ages can get into it. They also give you the choice between 9 and 18 holes, so you can tailor the game to your family’s needs (or attention span!). All indoor, you can do this one in Fortitude Valley Melbourne City, Chatswood, Alexandria</a, <a href="https://www.experienceoz.com.au/en/canberra/holey-moley-canberra" target="_blan

Rain, hail or shine, an escape room is always ready to go. Get the kids to put on their thinking caps and join heads for some good old family bonding time in an escape room. Like a giant riddle come to life, you’ll work as a team to solve puzzles and find clues so you can make your way out of the themed rooms. With locations in Sydney, Gold Coast, Melbourne and Adelaide, there’s one near you.

You might not get rained on but there’s still plenty of water involved. Spend the day at SEA LIFE Aquarium and hang out with some of our most loved aquatic animals. Coming face-to-face with penguins, sharks, fishies and more, this is a fun one the fam will enjoy at any age, young or old. There’s one in Melbourne, Sunshine Coast and Sydney (for extra fun, get bang for your buck and nab a combo pass for this one).

Swap the rainy world for a virtual one. If you have gamer kids, you know just how hard it can be to get them to put down their devices down. Enter virtual reality (VR) experiences. A cool way to get the little ones up and moving, they'll chuck on a headset and be transported into another universe. Send them on exciting journeys in Adelaide, Surfers Paradise and Melbourne or test their escape skills in Sydney.

Skip the rain and spend time rubbing shoulders with the celebs instead. Home to the figures of Harry Styles, Taylor Swift and more, Madame Tussauds in Sydney is your chance to get up close and take snaps with your favourite stars. Dodging the rain in Queensland? Flock to the Gold Coast Wax Museum. With 110+ figures that will have you looking twice, there's even a free guided tour of the Chambers of Horror included in your ticket for the fearless members of the tribe.

Not even the weather can cancel these plans. If your kids are a bunch of daredevils, then indoor skydiving is for them. Giving them a glimpse into the real deal, you and the kids can take turns entering this ultra-safe wind tunnel that will literally blow you away. The best part? Anyone over the age of 3 can join in the fun. With only two locations in Australia, you can find iFLY Indoor Skydiving in Sydney and the Gold Coast.

Leave the rain behind and take shelter in a quirky world of fun and games. Working together, you’ll have a blast making your way across five immersive challenge rooms. The whole fam can get involved too, with it suitable for little ones 5 years and up. There’s also a bar on-site, so you can grab a feed once you're done. Find this one in Perth, Alexandria, Gold Coast, Brisbane and more.

No gumboots needed here. Their own Minecraft moment, your older cherubs will have a ball throwing an axe around. Much safer than it sounds, an expert will be there to help you find your groove and nail the proper technique. Heads up, anyone under 18 will need an adult with them, so make sure to jump in and turn up the heat with some friendly competition. This one can be done all over the country, with locations in Newcastle, Perth, Brisbane and more.

A good one to save for a rainy day, Melbourne’s LEGOLAND Discovery Centre opens up the world of a childhood favourite. The first of its kind in Oz, this place is a giant playground for Lego-lovers, with rides, replica Lego-built landmarks, a 4D cinema and more to keep you entertained. Grab Skip the Queue Tickets or snatch up this combo pass so you can jump on over to SEA LIFE Melbourne afterwards.

True to the name, this one is purely indoors. Just as thrilling as the outdoor version, indoor go karting is big fun for both kids and big kids alike. Race around the track and chase down victory as you verse each other in this real-life game of Mario Kart. Satisfy your need for speed in Melbourne and Wollongong, or if you’re in the Goldy, get extra value by adding more fun with this go karting, laser tag and rock climbing combo.