things to do
playgrounds, indoor play centres, zoos, museums, trampoline parks and more adventures for kids.
8 fun places to explore
Lollipop's Playland
Parramatta, NSW
Indoor play centre with slides, ball pits, and a dedicated toddler area. Great for rainy days!
ages: 0–12
Taronga Zoo
Mosman, NSW$$$
Iconic Sydney zoo with over 4,000 animals. Sky Safari cable car, keeper talks, and splash pad in summer.
ages: All ages
Chipmunks Playland & Café
Castle Hill, NSW
Multi-level indoor playground with dodgem cars, spider climb and giant slides. Barista coffee for parents.
ages: 1–11
Powerhouse Museum
Ultimo, NSW$$
Interactive science and design exhibits. The Wiggles Exhibition and hands-on STEM workshops for kids.
ages: 2–15
Blaxland Riverside Park
Sydney Olympic Park, NSW
Sydney Olympic Park's epic playground with water play, flying fox, climbing walls, tunnel slides and swings.
ages: All ages
Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq
Alexandria, NSW$$$
Arcade games, bowling, laser tag and dodgem cars. Carnival-themed fun for older kids and teens.
ages: 5–16
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
Darling Harbour, NSW$$$
Walk-through aquarium with sharks, penguins, dugongs and interactive touch pools.
ages: All ages
Bounce Inc
Alexandria, NSW$$
Massive indoor trampoline park with dodgeball, slam dunk, the Big Bag and a toddler zone.
ages: 3–16