things to do with kids in Sydney

by william samuels·9 april 2026

from harbour ferries to world-class zoos, Sydney has endless options for families. most attractions are easy to reach by public transport and there are plenty of free outdoor spaces to burn off energy.

activities

free

nature & animals

Taronga Zoo

$$$

iconic harbourside zoo with over 4,000 animals, sky safari cable car, and keeper talks throughout the day.

Mosman·all ages

Royal Botanic Gardens

free

30 hectares of gardens right on the harbour. free entry, wide paths for prams, and a great playground near the café.

Sydney CBD·all ages

Featherdale Wildlife Park

hand-feed kangaroos, cuddle a koala, and meet wombats and platypus up close in a compact, easy-to-navigate park.

Doonside·all ages

indoor

SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

$$$

walk-through underwater tunnels, shark encounters, and a dugong sanctuary at Darling Harbour.

Darling Harbour·all ages

attraction

Luna Park Sydney

heritage amusement park at Milsons Point with rides for all ages. free entry — pay per ride or buy an unlimited pass.

Milsons Point·2+ years

museum & learning

Australian Museum

Australia's oldest museum with dinosaur skeletons, a minerals gallery, and hands-on kids discovery zones.

Sydney CBD·3+ years

Powerhouse Museum

interactive science and technology exhibits with a dedicated kids zone — think engineering, space, and creative design.

Ultimo·3+ years

outdoor

Centennial Parklands

free

huge green space with playgrounds, bike paths, horse riding, and duck ponds. bike hire available on site.

Centennial Park·all ages

Sydney Olympic Park

free

wide open spaces, Blaxland Riverside Park (one of Sydney's best playgrounds), bike paths, and the Aquatic Centre.

Homebush·all ages

water & beach

Manly Beach & Corso

free

catch the ferry from Circular Quay, explore the rockpools at Shelly Beach, then walk the Corso for fish and chips.

Manly·all ages

free things to do in Sydney

•Royal Botanic Gardens — Sydney CBD
•Centennial Parklands — Centennial Park
•Manly Beach & Corso — Manly
•Sydney Olympic Park — Homebush

Melbourne

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things to do with kids across Australia

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