Rainy Days
Melbourne Weather? Play Indoors
Fully indoor, heated in winter, cooled in summer — a few steps from the car park in Clayton.
On a rainy day in Melbourne's south-east, Happy Hippos Playcentre and Cafe in Clayton gives children a full indoor playground — ball pit, slides, climbing frames and a separate under-3s soft play area — while parents sit in the cafe with a coffee. Open 7 days, adults free, free parking at the door.
Why it beats another screen day
Energy out, indoors
Climbing, sliding and running around burn off the wiggles when the park is soaked.
Coffee for the driver
Barista coffee, breakfast and lunch served all day right beside the play floor.
Toddlers stay safe
Under-3s have their own soft play zone away from the bigger kids.
Park at the door
Free parking directly out the front — no long dash through the rain with a pram.
Rainy day questions
An indoor play centre is the easiest option. Happy Hippos Playcentre and Cafe at 1924 Princes Hwy, Clayton is fully indoor and open 7 days, with a ball pit, slides, climbing zone, under-3s soft play and a cafe for parents.
Parking is directly in front of the entrance, so it is a few steps from the car to the door.
Yes. Entry covers the whole day and the cafe serves breakfast through to afternoon snacks.
Grip socks are compulsory for children and adults in the play areas — bring your own or buy a pair at reception for $5.50.
How to get here
- 1924 Princes Hwy, Clayton VIC 3168, Australia
- Free on-site parking directly in front of the centre.
- Clayton Station is a short drive away; buses stop on the Princes Highway.
- +61 414 571 351
Opening hours
- Monday — 9:00am – 5:00pm
- Tuesday — 9:00am – 5:00pm
- Wednesday — 9:00am – 5:00pm
- Thursday — 9:00am – 5:00pm
- Friday — 9:00am – 5:00pm
- Saturday — 9:00am – 4:30pm
- Sunday — 9:00am – 4:30pm
- Public holidays — 10:00am – 3:00pm (check availability)