20 Kid-Friendly Things To Do in Sydney

  1. Armchair Racer in Artarmon

http://www.armchairracer.com.au/

Armchair Racer has a large slot car “museum” which includes thousands of slot cars and memorabilia spanning from the early 1950’s.

  1. Marrickville Waterplay Park

http://www.marrickville.nsw.gov.au/en/outandabout/recreation/sport-and-aquatic-facilities/waterplay-park/

This is a free venue which runs only in the summer months with water fountains and sprinklers providing an exciting recreational and environmental initiative.

  1. Taronga Zoo

https://taronga.org.au/taronga-zoo

Taronga Zoo provides a picturesque backdrop and unique setting that is guaranteed to make any event truly memorable. In addition, children under 4 years of age get a free pass.

  1. Centennial Parklands

https://www.centennialparklands.com.au/

Centennial Park is a large public, urban park that occupies 189 hectares in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney with tons of activities for kids which include pony rides.

  1. Sydney Observatory

http://www.sydneyobservatory.com.au/

At night, you could see stars, planets in the solar system, the Moon or even nebulae that are light years away. By day you can observe the active Sun with special lenses.

  1. IMAX Theatre Sydney

https://www.imax.com.au/

IMAX Theatre Sydney is home to the World’s Biggest Screen. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience the highest quality giant screen images with your kids today.

  1. Australian museum

http://australianmuseum.net.au/

The Australian Museum is the oldest museum in Australia, with an international reputation in the fields of natural history and anthropology

  1. Circus Arts Sydney

http://circusarts.com.au/sydney/

Circus Arts Sydney provides circus classes suitable for ages 5 years and over.

  1. Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre

http://www.aquaticcentre.com.au/

The Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre has a wide range of facilities to offer hours of enjoyment for the whole family.

  1. Sydney Bike Tours

http://www.sydneybiketours.com.au/

Sydney Bike Tours provides hire a bike services along with one of their 3 self guided tours. Experience all the major attractions the city has to offer.

  1. Powerhouse Museum Sydney

https://maas.museum/powerhouse-museum/

The Powerhouse Museum is the major branch of the Museum of Applied Arts & Sciences in Sydney. With free entry for kids 16 years and under, Powerhouse Museum is the perfect family destination for exploring the interactive side of arts and science.

  1. Luna Park Sydney

https://www.lunaparksydney.com/

With Spectacular views of the harbour, Sydney’s much loved Luna Park is a superbly restored 1930’s amusement park where everyone goes just for fun!

  1. Kids at the House Sydney Opera House

http://www.sydneyoperahouse.com/about/program_kids_at_the_house.aspx

The Sydney Opera House has an awesome kids programme with circus performances, musicals, films, or dance and more.

  1. Manly Surf School

http://manlysurfschool.com/

Manly Surf School provides surf lessons for kids and adults alike in Sydney.

  1. Centennial Parklands Equestrian Centre

http://www.cpequestrian.com.au/

A visit to Sydney is not complete without a horse ride in beautiful Centennial Park. Kids riding lessons are available regularly.

  1. Nutcote

http://www.maygibbs.com.au/

Located in Sydney’s Neutral Bay and now a house museum surrounded by delightful gardens, May Gibbs’ Nutcote is an enchanting venue to be enjoyed by everyone, all year round.

  1. Art Gallery NSW

http://www.artgallery.nsw.gov.au/

The Art Gallery of New South Wales is the most important public gallery in Sydney and the fourth largest in Australia.

  1. Aim For Fun Archery

http://www.archerycentre.com.au/programs_and_activities/aim_for_fun

Aim for Fun archery program is designed for people who want to try archery. It includes the basics of archery with all the equipment provided.

  1. ANZ Stadium Explore Tour

http://www.anzstadium.com.au/the-stadium/stadium-tours/explore-tour/

An Explore Tour is an inside look at one of the world’s finest and most technologically-advanced stadium

  1. Birdwatching – Centennial Parklands

http://www.centennialparklands.com.au/things_to_do/birdwatching

Birdwatching is a highly popular activity in Centennial Parklands due to the wide number of bird species that can be seen here throughout the year.