Discover the Backlot Experience at Little Shop of Horrors an immersive Hollywood-style attraction on the Mornington Peninsula. Perfect for families, kids, and movie lovers from Frankston to Melbourne looking for fun things to do, cinematic photo moments, and unique tourist experiences.
MOVIE SETS. Props. Epic Selfies.
STEP INTO THE SPOTLIGHT!
THE BACKLOT PASS
Just you with your Backlot Pass in hand... One entirely bonkers Director. A prop box full of tricks. Electric chairs, tornadoes, thrones and coffins... Your camera roll is about to explode with movie magic... and you’re the star of the show!
Book your Backlot Pass and enjoy a half-hour guided adventure through our iconic sets with our world-famous Hollywood Director. Face the electric chair, climb out of the vampire’s coffin, rule from Maleficent’s throne, get caught in the Wizard of Oz tornado, whirl through a princess ballroom, escape the jailhouse, dash through Platform 9 ¾ and feed our Hippogriff his tasty ferrets! Each set is a blockbuster moment, with props from our magic box to bring your photos and videos (taken on your own device) to life. Make it a behind-the-scenes memory you’ll never forget. Packages start from just $35, bookings essential.
BOOK YOUR BACKLOT TICKET
To give you the full Hollywood treatment, bookings are essential, click below to reserve your Backlot Pass!
Your Backlot Adventure Includes
A creative, inclusive blockbuster experience for kids, adults and everyone who loves fun and make-believe. And a wonderful option for people with special needs, it’s unforgettable movie magic for everyone. Just like Hollywood on the Mornington Peninsula!
Movie Magic
A blockbuster half-hour through our most iconic sets - from electric chairs to princess ballrooms - with plenty of time for laughs, photos and memories.
Iconic Backlot Sets
From electric chairs and vampire coffins to princess ballrooms, tornadoes and Platform 9 ¾ - every backdrop is staged for a blockbuster moment.
DIY PHOTOS & VIDEOS
Props in hand, camera ready - you’re the star of the show! Capture your own photos and videos and fill your camera roll with movie magic.
ADD SOME HOLLYWOOD EXTRAS
Take your Backlot adventure up a notch. Add a costume from our collection or brew a bubbling, fizzing potion in the Burping Troll Magic Shop for the ultimate behind-the-scenes fun.
BLOCKBUSTER VIP UPGRADE
Upgrade to our signature Movie Makeover package for the full star treatment, or go all the way with Studio Photography for Oscar-worthy memories.
CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE
There’s so much to discover at Little Shop of Horrors Costumery! From exploring our immersive pop-culture store to epic costume hire, the Hollywood Backlot Experience, Movie Makeovers and professional Studio Photography. There’s an experience for every person, every occasion and every budget. So go ahead… choose your adventure!
Backlot Pass
Your all-access ticket to 30 minutes of guided fun in our iconic sets - electric chair, vampire coffin, Maleficent’s throne, tornado, princess ballroom, jailhouse, Platform 9 ¾ and our Hippogriff. Includes prop box access and DIY photos/videos on your own device.
Hollywood Extras
Movie magic kicks in the moment you pull on a costume from our collection*. Or brew a potion that bubbles, smokes and sparks in the Harry Potter room. Extras that turn your Backlot pass into something unforgettable.
VIP STAR TREATMENT
Upgrade your Backlot adventure with the ultimate star treatment. Add a Movie Makeover - full costume styling and cinematic makeup - to bring your character to life, or book a professional photoshoot and create memories as epic as the experience itself.
Hollywood on the Mornington Peninsula
- Explore Hollywood on the Mornington Peninsula with our immersive movie set experiences
- Sit in the electric chair (and live to tell the tale)
- Climb from a vampire’s coffin for a killer photo moment
- Whirl through the Wizard of Oz tornado
- Waltz across a princess ballroom
- Break free from the jailhouse
- Dash across Platform 9 ¾ just like Harry Potter
- Feed our magical Hippogriff
- Guided by our world-famous (and slightly bonkers) Director
- Designed for all ages with inclusive experiences for guests with special needs
- A perfect family activity on the Mornington Peninsula
- A perfect kids school holiday and tourist experience!
The Backlot Pass
Every kid wants to be the star! And with costumes, props and our Director behind the camera, that’s exactly what they get! Little Shop of Horrors Costumery's Backlot Pass is movie magic for all ages! Where kids get to play dress ups in our prop box, acting out scenes and creating memories parents can capture forever. And we make sure people with special needs or disability feel supported and included so everyone gets to join the fun. A perfect school holiday activity and a must-see tourist experience, it’s totally worth the drive from Frankston, Melbourne or anywhere on the Mornington Peninsula.
Backlot Experience Frequently Asked Questions
Your Backlot Pass gives you 30 minutes of pure movie mayhem, guided by our slightly bonkers Director through our most iconic sets and props.
Yes! The Backlot is designed for all ages. Little ones, teens, and grown-ups alike will find something to love.
Absolutely. We’re an inclusive attraction and can adapt the Backlot to suit different needs. Just let us know in advance so we can make your visit comfortable and enjoyable.
Yes, bookings are essential. We prepare each session in advance to make sure your experience is cinematic and seamless.
Of course! The Backlot is a movie-set playground built for selfies, group shots, and memories. We also offer professional Cinematic Photography if you’d like the Hollywood treatment.
When you want to crank the Backlot up to eleven, we’ve got two upgrades that take things from fun to unforgettable:
- Movie Makeovers – this is the whole shebang. Costume, cinematic makeup, wig styling, the works. We’ll transform you into your chosen character and then capture that “oh my god, I look amazing” moment under the lights. It’s our signature experience for a reason.
- Studio Photography – once you’re in full character, we’ll dial it up with a studio shoot. Think dramatic lighting, props, smoke, gels… the kind of portraits that make you feel like you just stepped off a movie set.
We’re at Little Shop of Horrors, 16 Bennetts Rd Mornington (03) 5977 1288. Right in the heart of the Mornington Peninsula - just look for the big black building full of costumes and movie magic.
Yes, we are! The Backlot Experience is one of the Mornington Peninsula’s must-visit attractions, drawing families, movie fans, and tourists from across Frankston, Melbourne, and beyond.
We’re at Little Shop of Horrors, 16 Bennetts Rd Mornington (03) 5977 1288. Right in the heart of the Mornington Peninsula - just look for the big black building full of costumes and movie magic. Only a short drive from Frankston and well worth the trip from Melbourne. You can find us easily on Google Maps.
