Things to see and do with kids in Sydney
Boasting a plethora of outdoor activities and world-class
attractions, Sydney is a fantastic place for children on holiday
and parents will have a hard time choosing one from the huge list
of activities and sights that are geared towards children.
Home to some of the world's most exotic animals, it's no wonder
there are endless animal viewing opportunities. But for something a
little different, head to Bicentennial Park for a barbeque or
simply a picnic while the children enjoy the playgrounds and cycle
paths. Take a stroll through the Royal Botanical Gardens or for
some of the finest beaches in the world, the renowned Bronte,
Nielsen Park and Shelley Beaches are all child-friendly. Pack the
beach bats, bucket and spade and sunblock and head out for a day in
the sun, sand and surf.
For cooler days when outdoor activities for kids are not an option,
why not visit some of the fantastic zoos or museums Sydney has to
offer, head to an indoor playground, or catch a movie on the big
screen at IMAX theatre. Children on holiday in Sydney will be
beside themselves with the choices of activities on offer, and
endless hours of fun and life-long memories are guaranteed when
visiting Sydney with the kids.
Royal Botanic Gardens
Sydney's 'green lung' is the 30-hectare botanical garden,
established in 1816 and containing more than 7,500 species of
plants. Australia's very first farm was on the site where the
garden now flourishes, southeast of the Opera House. Paths and
walks criss-cross the gardens, leading...
see full detailsSydney Aquarium
The aquarium is one of the most popular attractions at Darling
Harbour, and is one of the biggest and most impressive in the
world. More than 5,000 Australian fish are displayed in their
natural habitats, along with Australian sharks, rays, platypus,
seals, fairy penguins,...
see full detailsBeaches
One thing that is not in short supply in Sydney are beautiful
Pacific Ocean beaches. Anywhere in the city, except perhaps in the
far west suburbs, you will never be more than half an hour away
from one. Starting from popular Palm Beach...
see full detailsSydney Wildlife World
Attached to the Sydney Aquarium at Darling Harbour, the new
fauna and flora attraction features a huge variety of native
Australian plant and animal species in nine different habitats. A
walkway snakes through the enclosures, and the development
comprises three floors of exhibits, with...
see full detailsAustralian Museum
The Australian Museum features everything kids love - fossils,
dinosaurs, animals and plenty of other fascinating exhibits to look
at. The Australian museum also features 'Kidspace', especially for
the little ones. This mini-museum will help expand their minds and
show them about the history...
see full detailsFeatherdale Wildlife Park
Children who visit the Featherdale Wildlife Park will be able to
interact with and observe koalas, wallabies and emus up close and
personal. Kids can have their photograph taken with one of these
fuzzy animals and petting the koalas is also allowed here,
something...
see full detailsPowerhouse Discovery Centre
Children will go absolutely mad for the Powerhouse Museum, where
all things scientific and abound and exhibits include those that
will boggle the mind, and astound the senses. The Powerhouse
Museum's newly opened museum storage and collection care facility
affords visitors the opportunity to...
see full detailsAustralia Reptile Park
While you're down under, might as well take the kids to see all
that is Australian, including gigantic crocodiles, indigenous
spiders, snakes, possums, kangaroos and of course, Tasmanian
devils. Children will love exploring the park and discovering the
exotic and indigenous animals.
...
see full detailsFairfield City Farm
This working farm is a must for parents with little ones. Kids
will be able to watch cows being milked and the daily goings on of
a farm, as well as getting to play and pet the animals. Kids can
enjoy shows such...
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