Sydney Kids Attractions

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 details

Sydney 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 details

Beaches

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 details

Sydney 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 details

Australian 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 details

Featherdale 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 details

Powerhouse 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 details

Australia 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 details

Fairfield 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...  see full details