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

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Sydney Taronga Zoo's Aussie Backyard Adventure Tour

On the Aussie Backyard Adventure tour you will explore Taronga Zoo Sydney's Nura Diya, Australia precinct and see Australian animals from a different perspective. On …More

On the Aussie Backyard Adventure tour you will explore Taronga Zoo Sydney's Nura Diya, Australia precinct and see Australian animals from a different perspective. On...

1 to 3 hours
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$76
Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast Jet Boat Ride: 55 Minutes

Brace yourself and hold on for an exhilarating 55 minute jet boat thrill ride on the beautiful Gold Coast Broadwater. Jump aboard a powerful turbo-charged …More

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Brace yourself and hold on for an exhilarating 55 minute jet boat thrill ride on the beautiful Gold Coast Broadwater. Jump aboard a powerful turbo-charged...

55 minutes Free Cancellation
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$59
1770 Coastline Tour by LARC Amphibious Vehicle Including Picnic Lunch

Venture across two water ways, edge along Eurimbula National Park, to be greeted by a gorgeous golden stretch of foreshore. Here the only footprints in …More

Venture across two water ways, edge along Eurimbula National Park, to be greeted by a gorgeous golden stretch of foreshore. Here the only footprints in...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$61
30-Minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Ride on Thunder Twist

Experience what jet boating is all about on Australia's most exciting Jet Boat! Get ready to hold on tight as the 'Thunder' opens up with …More

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Experience what jet boating is all about on Australia's most exciting Jet Boat! Get ready to hold on tight as the 'Thunder' opens up with...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$59
Darwin Harbour Gaze and Graze Sunset Cruise

Your sunset cruise aboard the 'Charles Darwin' takes in the beautiful Darwin Harbour in full air-conditioned comfort. You will have access to the Sundeck (top deck) where …More

Your sunset cruise aboard the 'Charles Darwin' takes in the beautiful Darwin Harbour in full air-conditioned comfort. You will have access to the Sundeck (top deck) where...

2 hours
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$93
Garden Entry Ticket

Experience something out of this world. Cactus Country (as seen on Better Homes & Gardens) is an Australian desert landscape like no other. Drawing visitors …More

Experience something out of this world. Cactus Country (as seen on Better Homes & Gardens) is an Australian desert landscape like no other. Drawing visitors...

1 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$18
SkyPoint Observation Deck Ticket

SkyPoint Observation Deck, located atop the iconic Q1 building in the heart of Surfers Paradise, offers breathtaking 360-degree views of the Gold Coast from 230 …More

SkyPoint Observation Deck, located atop the iconic Q1 building in the heart of Surfers Paradise, offers breathtaking 360-degree views of the Gold Coast from 230...

2 hours
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$25
One Hour Coral Farm Tour, Discover Australia's Marine Life

Explore Australia's largest coral farm on a captivating one-hour tour that unveils the secrets of coral cultivation and the vibrant beauty of the reef. This …More

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Explore Australia's largest coral farm on a captivating one-hour tour that unveils the secrets of coral cultivation and the vibrant beauty of the reef. This...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$24
Island Life Adventures | A Day at Dirk

Discover the natural beauty of Dirk Hartog Island, a hidden gem in Western Australia. This tour offers a thrilling marine transfer from Denham, where you …More

Discover the natural beauty of Dirk Hartog Island, a hidden gem in Western Australia. This tour offers a thrilling marine transfer from Denham, where you...

9 hours
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$227
Depart Syd: Blue Mountains Best All Inclusive with Local Guide

Rated the #1 Experience in Australia on Cool Shore Excursions, join Anderson's Tours on a premium small-group Blue Mountains adventure with a local expert guide. …More

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Rated the #1 Experience in Australia on Cool Shore Excursions, join Anderson's Tours on a premium small-group Blue Mountains adventure with a local expert guide....

10 hours Free Cancellation
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$182
Ultimate Swan Valley Food and Wine Day Trip from Perth

This day trip to the Swan Valley from Perth showcases the wines, food, and other treats of regional Western Australia, not to mention the picturesque …More

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This day trip to the Swan Valley from Perth showcases the wines, food, and other treats of regional Western Australia, not to mention the picturesque...

6 to 7 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (744)
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$118
Premium Barossa Small Group Tour: Wine tasting, Lunch & Chocolate

With over 25 years experience touring in the Barossa Valley, our Award-winning Taste the Barossa premium small-group tour offers the perfect day of exclusive wine …More

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With over 25 years experience touring in the Barossa Valley, our Award-winning Taste the Barossa premium small-group tour offers the perfect day of exclusive wine...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,713)
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$133
The Freycinet Paddle

Award winning guided sea kayaking tour in Freycinet National Park. This fully catered experience is perfect for beginners or families. A unique way to experience …More

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Award winning guided sea kayaking tour in Freycinet National Park. This fully catered experience is perfect for beginners or families. A unique way to experience...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,019)
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$108
The Pirate Cruise in Mandurah

Departing from Mandurah's Eastern Foreshore jetty, this 45 minute cruise offers amazing 360' views of the local waterways and canals. As you board The Pirate …More

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Departing from Mandurah's Eastern Foreshore jetty, this 45 minute cruise offers amazing 360' views of the local waterways and canals. As you board The Pirate...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (676)
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$29
Sydney Guided Sightseeing Bus Tour

Sydney Sightseeing Bus Tour: Experience the Best of Sydney at a Great Price Our Sydney bus tour offers the most comprehensive experience, with the longest …More

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Sydney Sightseeing Bus Tour: Experience the Best of Sydney at a Great Price Our Sydney bus tour offers the most comprehensive experience, with the longest...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.5 (529)
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$34
Famous Melbourne City Bike Tour

Why walk when you can ride the sights? On Melbourne by Bike's Famous City Tour you'll see more in a few hours than most see …More

Why walk when you can ride the sights? On Melbourne by Bike's Famous City Tour you'll see more in a few hours than most see...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (849)
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$98
Yarra Valley Wine Tour from Melbourne Choc Gin and Good Times

Be fun spirited like a kangaroo dancing through the Yarra Valley to experience up to 6 unique stops. Looking for an upbeat, social and stress …More

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Be fun spirited like a kangaroo dancing through the Yarra Valley to experience up to 6 unique stops. Looking for an upbeat, social and stress...

8 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (1,765)
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$76
Toowong Cemetery Ghost Tour – Part One: The Original

Discover the haunted history of Toowong Cemetery including The Statue That Moves, Grave on the Hill, Ghosts of Paddington Cemetery, Mayne Murder, and The Black …More

Discover the haunted history of Toowong Cemetery including The Statue That Moves, Grave on the Hill, Ghosts of Paddington Cemetery, Mayne Murder, and The Black...

2 hours
4.7 (131)
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$42
Great Barrier Reef Moore Reef and Fitzroy Island Premium Day Tour

Sunlover Reef Cruises is the only operator that combines the Outer Great Barrier Reef, at its Moore Reef pontoon, with Fitzroy Island in a single …More

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Sunlover Reef Cruises is the only operator that combines the Outer Great Barrier Reef, at its Moore Reef pontoon, with Fitzroy Island in a single...

9 hours Free Cancellation
4.3 (43)
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$235
Cataract Gorge Cruise 3:30 pm

Cruise past historical Kings Wharf, Seaport and Launceston's delightful riverfront precinct. The highlight of the experience is then cruising into Launceston's spectacular Cataract Gorge, as …More

Cruise past historical Kings Wharf, Seaport and Launceston's delightful riverfront precinct. The highlight of the experience is then cruising into Launceston's spectacular Cataract Gorge, as...

50 minutes Free Cancellation
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$32
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