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The Museum of Vehicle Evolution (MOVE)

📍 Kialla, VIC

★4.8(943 Google reviews)💰$12-$20👶All ages

MOVE Museum of Vehicle Evolution in Kialla houses classic cars, Kenworth trucks, buses, fire engines, motorbikes, and rotating exhibitions like Racing Legends.

✓ Immaculate displays✓ Kenworth and truck pavilion✓ Friendly volunteers✓ All ages✓ Rotating exhibitions✓ On-site cafe

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Best for families with children aged 6 and up, particularly those with any interest in vehicles, engineering, or history. The variety is broad enough to hold non-enthusiasts too — fire engines, buses, and racing cars appeal well beyond the typical car-museum demographic. Toddlers can manage the indoor spaces easily.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

💡Volunteer guides are stationed throughout — engage them for backstories on specific vehicles
⏰Check the current rotating exhibition before visiting — Racing Legends and similar shows add significant depth
🎟️The Kenworth Pavilion and Furphy collection are must-see anchors — start there
🚗Outdoor exhibits include privately owned vehicles; check with staff on arrival for what is currently displayed

💬 What Families Are Saying

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Simon Harris

3 months ago

★★★★★

“As a car lover, I ouldn't refuse the opportunity to drop in and see this place. The collection is magnificent with many vehicles in super condition and/or lovingly restored to their former glory. There's something for everyone, including classic cars. Racing cars, trucks, buses, fire engines, motorbikes, and old bicycles, and more. The volunteers were very friendly and informative about everything on display. Some private vehicles were also parked outside for viewing. Had a great visit.”

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Sharon Jackson (Xeniwind)

7 months ago

★★★★★

“I have never been to a motor museum where the exhibits were as spotless as these ones. Everything was immaculately presented. There was a good range of cars, trucks, and very thing in between. Would definitely recommend a visit. Well worth the very reasonable ticket entry price.”

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Corey Nash

2 months ago

★★★★★

“Great museum. All the attractions were interesting and a lot of fascinating vehicles. Large collection of trucks and cars most with backstories. Gift shop with some fun novelties and was overall a great place. 5 stars.”

📊 Commonly mentioned in Google reviews

Based on Google review tags

Car collection

44 reviews

Old cars

32 reviews

Truck collection

20 reviews

Clothing display

20 reviews

Bicycle collection

18 reviews

Overview

Collections span the Kenworth Dealer Truck Pavilion, Classic Bus Pavilion, vintage motorbikes, fire engines, and classic cars, many restored to concours condition. The Furphy collection and Racing Legends exhibition featuring iconic Australian motorsport vehicles are frequently cited highlights. Volunteer guides circulate throughout and share detailed histories on request. A gift shop and cafe are on-site. Outdoor exhibits include private vehicles displayed by their owners.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday10:00 – 16:00
Tuesday10:00 – 16:00
Wednesday10:00 – 16:00
Thursday10:00 – 16:00
Friday10:00 – 16:00
Saturday10:00 – 16:00
Sunday10:00 – 16:00

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