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

Australia, Oceania
Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks

Take a short guided tour of the scenic Tamar river on pedal powered canoes. The unique Mirage drive foot powered flippers let your legs do …More

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Take a short guided tour of the scenic Tamar river on pedal powered canoes. The unique Mirage drive foot powered flippers let your legs do...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$49
Blue Mountains Deluxe Small-Group Eco Wildlife Tour from Sydney

AEA Luxury Tours is the proud winner of the 2025 Tour Operator of the year. Guaranteed small group tour, will operate for a minimum of …More

AEA Luxury Tours is the proud winner of the 2025 Tour Operator of the year. Guaranteed small group tour, will operate for a minimum of...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$212
Sydney: Luxury Blue Mountains Adventure as a Small Group Day Tour

Experience the very best of the Blue Mountains in one unforgettable day trip leaving from Sydney. Travel in a small group of up to 15 …More

Experience the very best of the Blue Mountains in one unforgettable day trip leaving from Sydney. Travel in a small group of up to 15...

9 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (134)
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$198
Kings Park Segway Tour

Renowned as one of the World’s largest and most beautiful inner-city parks, Kings Park delights visitors with natural bush trails, open parklands, a stunning botanic …More

Renowned as one of the World’s largest and most beautiful inner-city parks, Kings Park delights visitors with natural bush trails, open parklands, a stunning botanic...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$97
Seal and Penguin Islands Sea Kayak Day Tour

Enjoy a wildlife sea kayak tour off the coast of Western Australia, encountering sea lions around the islands of Shoalwater Bay. You'll explore the waters …More

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Enjoy a wildlife sea kayak tour off the coast of Western Australia, encountering sea lions around the islands of Shoalwater Bay. You'll explore the waters...

1 day Free Cancellation
4.8 (70)
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$137
1 day Puffing Billy Steam Train and Wildlife Tour from Melbourne

Step back in time with our exceptional offering: a captivating expedition through the Dandenong Ranges via the iconic Puffing Billy steam train. Envelop yourself in …More

Step back in time with our exceptional offering: a captivating expedition through the Dandenong Ranges via the iconic Puffing Billy steam train. Envelop yourself in...

8 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$152
Melbourne Sports Experience + MCG Tour Combo

Starting from the heart of the city we walk along the Yarra River into Melbourne's world famous sporting precinct exploring over 150 years of sports …More

Starting from the heart of the city we walk along the Yarra River into Melbourne's world famous sporting precinct exploring over 150 years of sports...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$83
Margaret River Group Surfing Lesson

Take a 2-hour group surfing lesson in Margaret River to learn everything you need to know about catching waves and staying safe doing so. A …More

Take a 2-hour group surfing lesson in Margaret River to learn everything you need to know about catching waves and staying safe doing so. A...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$42
Learn to Surf at Broadbeach on the Gold Coast

Enjoy a 2-hour surf lesson at Broadbeach on the Gold Coast. Choose one of Australia's favorite surf schools who has been teaching people to surf …More

Enjoy a 2-hour surf lesson at Broadbeach on the Gold Coast. Choose one of Australia's favorite surf schools who has been teaching people to surf...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$65
Golden Glow Sunset Sydney Harbour Cruise

Step aboard HEAVEN or FLEETWING II, our multi-level power catamarans, for a 90-minute Sydney Harbour sunset cruise. Experience Sydney at golden hour as the city …More

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Step aboard HEAVEN or FLEETWING II, our multi-level power catamarans, for a 90-minute Sydney Harbour sunset cruise. Experience Sydney at golden hour as the city...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$59
Sydney Street Art & Food Tour

Discover Newtown in the best way possible, by combining street art and multicultural food! Newtown is a truly diverse neighbourhood, and with us, you’re going …More

Discover Newtown in the best way possible, by combining street art and multicultural food! Newtown is a truly diverse neighbourhood, and with us, you’re going...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$64
Sydney Private Custom Tour: Highlights & Hidden Gems with a Local

This isn’t a standard sightseeing tour. It’s a City Unscripted experience, designed entirely around your interests. Explore Sydney with a knowledgeable local host who adjusts …More

This isn’t a standard sightseeing tour. It’s a City Unscripted experience, designed entirely around your interests. Explore Sydney with a knowledgeable local host who adjusts...

2 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$40
Aquascene Magnetic Island Sunset & Shipwreck Tour

Our Award-winning tour, we welcome you on board with us at Aquascene, we will share with you some beautiful places you won't find on your …More

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Our Award-winning tour, we welcome you on board with us at Aquascene, we will share with you some beautiful places you won't find on your...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$78
Moonlit Sanctuary and Brighton Beach Boxes Half Day Tour

Hand-feed kangaroos + iconic beach boxes in one morning. This half day morning tour is perfect to see Australia's unique wildlife in a place that …More

Hand-feed kangaroos + iconic beach boxes in one morning. This half day morning tour is perfect to see Australia's unique wildlife in a place that...

4 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$80
Eungella Platypus Tour

Explore Finch Hatton Gorge and the Pioneer Valley with a local guide. Learn about the history of the area. Hike in the Eungella National Park. …More

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Explore Finch Hatton Gorge and the Pioneer Valley with a local guide. Learn about the history of the area. Hike in the Eungella National Park....

7 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$117
Badass Women who Shaped the Nation: Women’s History Walking Tour

Do you know the hidden history of Australia’s capital city? Join us for an entertaining and inspiring walking tour of Canberra and discover the true …More

Do you know the hidden history of Australia’s capital city? Join us for an entertaining and inspiring walking tour of Canberra and discover the true...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (131)
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$42
Cairns Sunset River Cruise

Unwind in tropical style with a relaxing Cairns Sunset Cruise through the calm waters of Trinity Inlet. As the sun dips behind the mountains, enjoy …More

Unwind in tropical style with a relaxing Cairns Sunset Cruise through the calm waters of Trinity Inlet. As the sun dips behind the mountains, enjoy...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$59
Rainbow Beach: Dolphin & Wildlife Ocean Kayak & Beach 4WD Tour

Experience a 4x4 Drive by Local guides along the famous Coloured sands of Rainbow Beach to Double Island Point. This undiscovered part of East Coast …More

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Experience a 4x4 Drive by Local guides along the famous Coloured sands of Rainbow Beach to Double Island Point. This undiscovered part of East Coast...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$103
Eden Shore Excursion: 2-Hour Scenic Beaches & Lookouts Tour

Arriving in Eden by cruise ship with limited time? Want wild coastal nature and time left to explore the town? Our 2-Hour Nature Highlights Shore …More

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Arriving in Eden by cruise ship with limited time? Want wild coastal nature and time left to explore the town? Our 2-Hour Nature Highlights Shore...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$104
Guided Koala Walk and Bushfire ecology tour

The sanctuary is famous for its biodiversity and is the best place in Australia to see a colony of healthy wild koalas living in the …More

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The sanctuary is famous for its biodiversity and is the best place in Australia to see a colony of healthy wild koalas living in the...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$31
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