The best family-friendly activities in Australia for parents and kids (Updated October 2026)

Australia, Oceania
Adventure to Moreton Island Day Pass Experience

This activity offers an unforgettable experience on one of Australia’s most pristine islands. Guests can snorkel the iconic Tangalooma Wrecks, enjoy thrilling sand tobogganing, or …More

This activity offers an unforgettable experience on one of Australia’s most pristine islands. Guests can snorkel the iconic Tangalooma Wrecks, enjoy thrilling sand tobogganing, or...

8 hours
4.0 (3)
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$106
Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Gardens

25 acres of gardens to explore with 2 hedge mazes and a Lavender Labrinth. Large lawn spaces for picnics and games with a brand new …More

25 acres of gardens to explore with 2 hedge mazes and a Lavender Labrinth. Large lawn spaces for picnics and games with a brand new...

30 to 420 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
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$16
Green Island and Great Barrier Reef Full-Day Tour from Cairns

Start your day with a swift 45-minute catamaran journey to the breathtaking Green Island, where you'll have 2 hours to discover its vibrant coral reef …More

Start your day with a swift 45-minute catamaran journey to the breathtaking Green Island, where you'll have 2 hours to discover its vibrant coral reef...

10 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (7)
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$243
Sydney Harbour: Glass Boat Dinner Cruise

Savor an unforgettable dining experience aboard a glass boat cruise on Sydney Harbour. As you glide across the water, enjoy magnificent views of iconic landmarks …More

Savor an unforgettable dining experience aboard a glass boat cruise on Sydney Harbour. As you glide across the water, enjoy magnificent views of iconic landmarks...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (9)
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$124
Day Trip To Snowy Mountains From Sydney

Experience the magic of the Snowy Mountains on a full-day adventure. Perfect for families and first-time snow explorers, this trip offers snow activities like skiing, …More

Experience the magic of the Snowy Mountains on a full-day adventure. Perfect for families and first-time snow explorers, this trip offers snow activities like skiing,...

16 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (4)
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$212
Surfing Lessons at Byron Bay Surf School

Surf in the iconic waves of Byron Bay, where the original surf school welcomes both beginners and advanced surfers. With lessons tailored to your skill …More

Surf in the iconic waves of Byron Bay, where the original surf school welcomes both beginners and advanced surfers. With lessons tailored to your skill...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (4)
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$63
Scitech Discovery Centre All Day Entry Ticket

Unleash your family's curiosity at Scitech, Perth's only hands-on science museum with the largest planetarium in Australia, offering an affordable and educational adventure - rain …More

Unleash your family's curiosity at Scitech, Perth's only hands-on science museum with the largest planetarium in Australia, offering an affordable and educational adventure - rain...

2 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
3.7 (7)
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$20
Coastal Scenic Food & Wine Trail

This is a new experience created by a passionate Sydney local and Kangarrific Tours's experienced guide, Sam. The drive is spectacular, as you follow the …More

This is a new experience created by a passionate Sydney local and Kangarrific Tours's experienced guide, Sam. The drive is spectacular, as you follow the...

10 hours
5.0 (1)
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$283
Bunbury Geographe Forest, Wine and Brewery Tour

A fun day visiting unique attractions and a drive through the Wellington Forest. See Wellington Dam Mural, the biggest dam mural! Visit Harvey Cheese for …More

A fun day visiting unique attractions and a drive through the Wellington Forest. See Wellington Dam Mural, the biggest dam mural! Visit Harvey Cheese for...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.0 (2)
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$142
McLaren Vale 4x4 Premium Food and Wine Tour with Private Lunch

We offer small group luxury tours that guarantees exclusive access to National Parks & private property. Journey through undisturbed locations where are tours can't go …More

We offer small group luxury tours that guarantees exclusive access to National Parks & private property. Journey through undisturbed locations where are tours can't go...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$320
Discover Sydney Harbour and It’s Secret Islands

Embark on a captivating journey of Sydney Harbour to uncover its hidden treasures—Secret Islands that gleam with history and teem with Australian wildlife amidst lush …More

Embark on a captivating journey of Sydney Harbour to uncover its hidden treasures—Secret Islands that gleam with history and teem with Australian wildlife amidst lush...

3 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$124
Sydney Shore Excursion: Half-Day Sydney City Highlights with Bondi Beach and Watsons Bay

When your cruise ship docks in Sydney, enjoy a 4 hour shore excursion to explore the city's top sights, as well as the eastern suburbs …More

When your cruise ship docks in Sydney, enjoy a 4 hour shore excursion to explore the city's top sights, as well as the eastern suburbs...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$85
45-Minute Cape Cleveland Scenic Helicopter Flight from Townsville

Rise above the waters of the Coral Sea and take in the scenery of Cleveland Bay and Magnetic Island’s east coast including shipwrecks, fringing reefs …More

Rise above the waters of the Coral Sea and take in the scenery of Cleveland Bay and Magnetic Island’s east coast including shipwrecks, fringing reefs...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$478
90-Minute Hinchinbrook Island Scenic Helicopter Flight

Take a flight around Hinchinbrook Island and take in Australia's largest island National Park. Experience many beautiful sights from the air like Palm Island archipelago …More

Take a flight around Hinchinbrook Island and take in Australia's largest island National Park. Experience many beautiful sights from the air like Palm Island archipelago...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$918
Master the White Wash 2-Day Surf School in Byron Bay

Learn to surf and ride a wave like a pro! Join this amazing surf experience on Byron Bay's best beaches. Before every lesson, the surfing conditions are …More

Learn to surf and ride a wave like a pro! Join this amazing surf experience on Byron Bay's best beaches. Before every lesson, the surfing conditions are...

2 days Free Cancellation
4.5 (2)
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$113
Private Melbourne City Sights - Afternoon Tour

With its Victorian architecture, stunning gardens and edgy bar, culinary, fashion and live music scenes, Melbourne is an obvious start to any visit to Victoria. …More

With its Victorian architecture, stunning gardens and edgy bar, culinary, fashion and live music scenes, Melbourne is an obvious start to any visit to Victoria....

4 hours
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$106
Private Ballarat and Sovereign Hill Tour from Melbourne

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the excitement of Ballarat’s gold rush days at Sovereign Hill on this 8-hour private tour. Follow your …More

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the excitement of Ballarat’s gold rush days at Sovereign Hill on this 8-hour private tour. Follow your...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$241
4 Hours Sightseeing Small Group Tour in Melbourne City

You have decided to visit Melbourne, Australia. Why don't you get the best out of Melbourne and explore the highlights of the city while relaxing …More

You have decided to visit Melbourne, Australia. Why don't you get the best out of Melbourne and explore the highlights of the city while relaxing...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$71
Norfolk Island Culture Experience Tour

An immersive cultural experience sharing the living heritage of Norfolk Island through stories, language, food, artefacts and hands-on activity. Guests are invited to learn about …More

An immersive cultural experience sharing the living heritage of Norfolk Island through stories, language, food, artefacts and hands-on activity. Guests are invited to learn about...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.3 (8)
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$60
Guided Warriparinga Cultural and Historical Tour

Southern Cultural Immersion proudly operates on the land of the Kaurna people, the Traditional Owners of the Adelaide region. Join a local Aboriginal guide for …More

Southern Cultural Immersion proudly operates on the land of the Kaurna people, the Traditional Owners of the Adelaide region. Join a local Aboriginal guide for...

1 hour Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$43
Australia's First Upside Down House Photo Experience

Enter the House Down Under and experience the world in an inverted perspective! House Down Under is a photo experience where we show you how …More

Enter the House Down Under and experience the world in an inverted perspective! House Down Under is a photo experience where we show you how...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
3.6 (11)
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$13
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