3 /5 Ashlee Jayde: I visited Monopoly Dreams in March 2025 with four friends for an afternoon of fun. It’s conveniently located on the lowest level of Melbourne Central, right in the heart of the city and surrounded by plenty of other activities. Perfect for a dreary day when you’re looking for something indoors. While parking is limited, there are lots of nearby parking structures, and Melbourne Central is easily accessible by public transport.
Tickets were around $50 each, and we kicked things off in a faux elevator that took us down to the Monopoly showroom. This was a personal highlight, seeing all the different editions of Monopoly, including some I never even knew existed, was fascinating. The showroom doubled as a waiting area before we were taken into the 4D cinema. The short film was clearly aimed at kids, but it had cute visual effects, and our group couldn’t help but giggle along and enjoy the ride.
From there, we received our stamp cards and entered the main interactive section. There were themed rooms, props, and games throughout the space, as well as a photo booth where you could use tokens to snap and print photos. We gave everything a go and even though a few games were a bit faulty or underwhelming, we made the most of it and had a lot of laughs dressing up for the photo opportunities.
The carnival area was another fun touch, with little prizes up for grabs. One of our friends won a keyring, while the rest of us weren’t so lucky. Still, we enjoyed exploring the space, which featured creative Monopoly themed setups like a tram, a news stand, and a quirky storage room. We finished up at the gift shop, which was packed with Monopoly merchandise. While we didn’t buy anything (prices were on the higher side), it’s a dream for any die hard Monopoly fan with some really cool items on offer.
Overall, I enjoyed the experience more for the company I was with than the attraction itself. It’s definitely a one and done type of visit, unless you’re a Monopoly fanatic or have kids who’d want to come back. That said, I’m glad I went and got to check it out. The staff were lovely, always happy to help and take photos, and they really added to the experience by guiding people through the space and games.