Kyneton is one of the many historic charming villages in the Macedon Ranges.
The town has become renowned for its food, wine, art and boutique retail scene and being only 87km from Melbourne, it makes a great destination for a day trip or weekend getaway.
Here are my Top 7 places to go and things to do in Kyneton with kids.
Thing To Do in Kyneton With Kids
1. Kyneton Community Park
In amongst the historic trees of Kyneton Botanic Gardens you’ll find an adventure playground with lots of equipment, water play, nature play elements, petanque, table tennis. Facilities such as barbecues and toilets make this a must-do destination for your Kyneton visit. Full review.
Kyneton Community Park, 24/14 Clowes St, Kyneton
2. Kyneton Botanic Gardens
Aside from the playground, Kyneton Botanic Gardens itself is a fun place to roam. There are statues to spot, leaves to kick (especially in Autumn, when the garden blooms into wildfire colours) and space to run and race.
Kyneton Botanic Gardens, Corner Mollison & Clowes St Kyneton
3. Kyneton Sculpture Park
Another one of Kyneton’s notable parks is the Sculpture Park on either side of Piper Street Bridge. The sculptures are all by local sculptors and BBQ facilities are available.
Kyneton Sculpture Park, Piper St Bridge adjoining Quarry Reserve
4. Squishy Minnie Bookstore, Kyneton
Squishy Minnie Bookstore is an independent bookstore dedicated to children and young adults. With a mission to celebrate creativity, community, and reading, they offer in-store collection, delivery across the Macedon Ranges, and postage throughout Australia.
Visit their online shop for a delightful selection!
Squishy Minnie Bookstore, 6 High St, Kyneton VIC 3444
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5. Duck Duck Goose & Larder
A stunning cafe, providore and homewares store in a historic brick building smack bang in foodie Piper Street. There’s plenty of pram space, high chairs, a change table and lots of things to look at if you can keep little hands away from the tempting displays.
Duck Duck Goose & Larder 17/19 Piper Street, Kyneton
6. Grist Artisan Bakers
For all your bread and pastry needs head to Grist Artisan Bakers. Pies and desserts are their specialties and you can eat in or take away. They have a small instore cafe which is very family-friendly, with pram access, high chairs and some toys.
Grist Artisan Bakers, 18 Piper St, Kyneton 03 83766970
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7. Social Foundry Cafe
Social Foundry operates as a social enterprise in Kyneton, focused on nurturing young individuals through hands-on training and support.
This café serves exceptional coffee and simple, wholesome meals, while equipping at-risk youth with valuable skills in hospitality, conservation, and woodworking.
Social Foundry Cafe, 86 Mollison Street, Kyneton VIC 3444, (03) 5422 7692
8. Piper St Food Co
The shop that arguably started the Kyneton foodie scene! Piper Street Food Company doesn’t have a cafe anymore but you can stock up on picnic provisions such as their traditional English pork pies.
Piper St Food Co 89A Piper Street, Kyneton
9. Home Grown on Piper
At Home Grown on Piper, you’ll enjoy Kyneton’s finest organic meals.
Open Wednesday to Sunday, this Kyneton café features a delectable menu of all-day breakfast and lunch, crafted from home-grown veggies and free-range ingredients. Treat yourself to sweet delights and fair-trade coffee in a welcoming space!
Home Grown on Piper, Shop 3/12-14 Piper St, Kyneton VIC 3444
Reader recommendations:
- Little Swallow Café– small and cute simple cafe using ingredients sourced from its own farm where possible. 58A Piper Street, Kyneton, +61 3 5422 6702
- Monsieur Pierre – cafe and gourmet deli for stocking up on picnic supplies. 143 Mollison St Kyneton 03 5422 1136
- Country Cob – the bakery took out the Best Plain Beef Pie Award in 2017. 130-132 Mollison St, Kyneton 03 5422 1801
Where to Stay in Kyneton with Kids
10. Kyneton Springs Motel
The Kyneton Springs Motel is a nostalgic yet undeniably modern boutique motel in charming Kyneton.
The Motel is a salute to the classic road trip, created for fun and full of old-school charm.
Whether you stay in a twin or king room, you will experience more than a good nights sleep.
Kyneton Springs Motel, 101 Piper St, Kyneton VIC 3444, (03) 5422 1098
Where are your favourite places to go in Kyneton with kids?
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