Luna Park Melbourne

Overall, the amusement park makes a good impression, offering a variety of interesting attractions. However, in 4-5 hours, we were only able to go on two rides. The queues for each attraction ranged from 1 to 3 hours. Even in the afternoon, the wait for a simple slide for a small child was 40 minutes. I queued for my child, but he wasn't allowed to go ahead. Therefore, queuing for someone else seems impossible. I would rather call this place a zoo than an amusement park. Unfortunately, such a large number of visitors undoubtedly has a negative impact on the experience of this historical site. I understand that even on weekdays it can be crowded, and during school holidays, it’s likely a real nightmare. It would be sensible to consider the option of selling tickets online and to have separate hours for tourists. After all, standing in line for two hours is certainly very exhausting! Moreover, it’s completely impossible to step away to the toilet for fear of losing your spot.

🎡 Luna Park Melbourne is one of the city’s most famous amusement parks, but its design may not appeal to everyone. The entrance features the iconic giant clown face with a wide open mouth, which some find creepy and unsettling rather than fun. Personally, I found the design not so nice and a bit scary, so I decided not to enter. While the park is popular with families and thrill-seekers, the overall look might not be inviting if you’re sensitive to bold or unusual designs.

Cute little amusement park, but it’s pretty small and often overcrowded. There aren’t many attractions, so it’s more fun for kids than for adults. If you’re a parent, it’s a nice place for a family outing. Just don’t expect a lot of thrilling rides or adult activities. Overall, it’s a charming spot for kids, but maybe not the best choice for adults looking for fun!

I haven't been to Luna Park for a few years, so I thought it was time to return. I was very pleasantly surprised and we had a great day out . The booking process was quick and easy online (you can buy tickets at the gate, but the park can reach capacity, especially on a nice day or weekend, so it isn't worth the risk). The park was clean, everything was well organised and run efficiently. Line wait times were reasonable for a Sunday on the school holidays (just the scenic railway wait time was a bit longer). All of the staff we encountered were friendly and professional. I resigned myself to the fact that I was going to have to end up eating fried food for lunch, but the cafe offered a varied menu. The kids wanted chips, nuggets and pizza, but I ended up with a beautiful, fresh and tasty chicken and avocado focaccia. (note- i did read that the Cafe had varied opening hours, so perhaps it is only open on busier days). The staff took safety seriously and always checked the height of riders if they looked like they were close to the restriction, double checked rides and gates were locked before rides started. As soon as it started to rain and the wind picked up, they temporarily shut some rides for safety reasons and ensured umbrellas and loose object were secured. I think if your kids are into rides, the cost of a unlimited ticket is very reasonable. My only complaint is that the toilets were a but run down and some soap dispensers were missing, but they were clean. Overall we had a fantastic family day out and would highly recommend a trip to Luna Park Melbourne.

I wanted to like this park, I wanted to enjoy it's retro appeal. In reality though the park is looking fairly rundown in parts and the operations SUCK. There are loads of staff on each ride, but they seem to be massively inefficient and slow - making for super frustrating waits, and even once you're on the ride the loading procedures are so slow that it takes a load of the fun out of it.

It might be better if the park had all their rides open of an afternoon. It seems tired and unloved. I hope whatever they are working on there construction wise, gives them an economic boost.

Wonderful experience, was quite small but had a many rides for everyone and loved the atmosphere, only thing was it was a little small and there we doing renovations/ building which we were unaware of from their website but was great

To be honest, the park isn’t that big, but you can still easily spend 4–5 hours here. There’s ample parking nearby, which makes it convenient. The rides are a good mix - plenty for thrill seekers, but also gentler options for those who don’t enjoy the big ones. There are several rides perfect for little ones too. The male and female washrooms were surprisingly clean and well maintained, which made the experience more comfortable. Inside the park, there are various cafés and food stalls with enough options to grab a quick bite or just relax. It was quite crowded on the weekend, but the energy and fun made up for it. Overall, we had a fantastic time and would definitely recommend a visit!