How to Enjoy Sydney, Australia with Kids - Top Things to Do with Kids during a Family Getaway to Sydney

Ranked among the best holiday destinations for families when it comes to cities Down Under, Sydney offers visitors of all ages a wide range of exciting activities and excursions. Regardless of the age of one's offspring, parents can rest assured that the city will pack in enough thrills and spills to keep the young ones entertained. Here's a rundown of some of the best things to do with children during a getaway in Sydney, Australia.

1. Explore Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park

Located in Doonside, Sydney, this one-of-a-kind wildlife sanctuary is an intimate hotspot for families with a love of nature and all thing furry. As a smaller wildlife reserve that offers more interactive experience for children and adults interested in cute and cuddly creatures native to Australia, the Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park is the perfect alternative for those who do not like traditional zoos.

2. Go Deep at SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

Sydney Aquarium | Image via Wikimedia Commons

Occupying pride of place in the city's Central Business District, SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium is another activity hub that's easily accessible to those based at PARKROYAL Darling Harbour, Sydney or any other Sydney city hotel. Divided into 9 thematic zones based on aquatic species, SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium is also one of the biggest aquariums on the planet. The aquarium is home to a whopping 13,000 marine creatures, and the main reason why the venue is big hit with local families is the newly introduced Great Barrier Reef Experience.

3. WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo

Located near the Sydney Sea Life Aquarium is the equally engaging WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo where families can spend the whole day learning more about the natural habits and habitats of koalas, Tasmanian Devils, and yes, even numbats. There are a wide range of endangered species also occupying the zoo, which is a leading conservation hub in Australia.

4. Go Riding at Centennial Park

Families who wish to introduce their kids to the joys of horseback riding will find that the Centennial Park not only contains some of the best trails in the city but also some of the finest instructors. Visitors can sign up for riding lessons as well as show jumping sessions at this verdant park criss-crossed with scenic riding trails. Those who wish to simply indulge on a ride together as a family will find that the Centennial Park is a great place for this activity.

5. Learn How to Shoot Arrows at Sydney Olympic Park

The Archery Centre at Sydney Olympic Park is another must-visit highlight for active families looking to expand their skill set to include Robin Hood-level bow and arrow techniques. The Archery Centre organises an array of school holiday initiatives and weekend archery lessons so kids and parents can indulge in their wild fantasies of hunting deer in Sherwood Forest.

6. Spend the Day at the Entertainment Park

Located in Bankstown, the Entertainment Park is a mammoth 3,500-square-metre enclave dedicated to all manner of recreational activities. The indoor park is not only home to bowling alleys and racing car simulators but also extensive go-karting tracks and VR arenas. As a popular location for kid's birthday parties and weekend outings, Entertainment Park Bankstown is conveniently open from 10 am to 10 pm so families can pop by whenever they feel the hankering to enjoy some quality time together.

7. Planet Mino Kids Club

This Chatswood enclosure is another indoor playground in Sydney where kids of all ages can spend hours bouncing around ball pits and sliding down the Volcano Slide. The place spreads out across 3 levels, and there's also a cafe where parents can grab a latte while their little ones expend their inexhaustible well of energy. Planet Mino Kids Club in Chatswood is not only a haven for energetic kids but also offers various themed play areas, ensuring that every visit is a new and exciting adventure for the whole family.