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

Queensland, Australia
Learn to Surf at Noosa on the Sunshine Coast

Learn to surf at Noosa on the Sunshine Coast, one of Australia's most iconic surf destinations. With its warm waters and safe beaches, the conditions …More

Learn to surf at Noosa on the Sunshine Coast, one of Australia's most iconic surf destinations. With its warm waters and safe beaches, the conditions...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$65
Whisper Cruises - One-Hour Turtle Spotting Bay Cruise

Airlie Beach's Only Emissions Free Whisper Quiet Electric Boat. Experience Mother Nature at her finest on our turtle spotting bay cruise. Embark on an extraordinary …More

Airlie Beach's Only Emissions Free Whisper Quiet Electric Boat. Experience Mother Nature at her finest on our turtle spotting bay cruise. Embark on an extraordinary...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$48
1/2 Day 5 Hour Offshore Fishing Charter

CATCH 22 - DEEPSEA 7 & DEEPSEA 11 are a 3600 series cougar catamaran (36 ft in length) . These vessel are powered by twin …More

CATCH 22 - DEEPSEA 7 & DEEPSEA 11 are a 3600 series cougar catamaran (36 ft in length) . These vessel are powered by twin...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$170
Bushtucker Cultural Cruise in Mooloolaba

A relaxed lunchtime experience like no other on the Sunshine Coast with a focus on First Nations Culture and Sustainability. This Gourmet Bushtucker Cruise is …More

A relaxed lunchtime experience like no other on the Sunshine Coast with a focus on First Nations Culture and Sustainability. This Gourmet Bushtucker Cruise is...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$83
Cairns Trinity Inlet Sightseeing Cruise

Discover the tranquil beauty of Cairns’ Trinity Inlet on this relaxing 75-minute Cairns River Cruise—a perfect way to unwind and explore the region from the …More

Discover the tranquil beauty of Cairns’ Trinity Inlet on this relaxing 75-minute Cairns River Cruise—a perfect way to unwind and explore the region from the...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$49
Kuranda Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise

Cruise the tranquil waters of the world's most ancient tropical rainforest on one of our 45-minute cruises on the Barron River in Kuranda. Your local …More

Cruise the tranquil waters of the world's most ancient tropical rainforest on one of our 45-minute cruises on the Barron River in Kuranda. Your local...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$21
All-Inclusive Waterfall Explorer Day Trip from Airlie Beach

Travel with a company that are certified Climate Action Leaders - the highest level of ECO certification that can be awarded in Australia and WINNER …More

Travel with a company that are certified Climate Action Leaders - the highest level of ECO certification that can be awarded in Australia and WINNER...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$117
North Stradbroke Island Day Tour from Brisbane – Small Group

Our North Stradbroke Island day tour from Brisbane is more than just a trip, it’s a personalised adventure with small groups, expert local guiding, and …More

Our North Stradbroke Island day tour from Brisbane is more than just a trip, it’s a personalised adventure with small groups, expert local guiding, and...

10 hours Free Cancellation
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$138
Everglades Explorer - Noosa Everglades Tour

Cruise deep into the tranquil mirrored waterways of Australias’ only Everglades. This spectacular network of wetlands showcases ancient landscapes and offers spectacular photo opportunities. Australia’s …More

Cruise deep into the tranquil mirrored waterways of Australias’ only Everglades. This spectacular network of wetlands showcases ancient landscapes and offers spectacular photo opportunities. Australia’s...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$117
Cairns Koalas & Creatures at the Pier

Journey through Australia’s diverse landscapes for a family fun and education-focused experience. Australia's stunning Great Barrier Reef, a vibrant ecosystem teeming with marine life, is …More

Journey through Australia’s diverse landscapes for a family fun and education-focused experience. Australia's stunning Great Barrier Reef, a vibrant ecosystem teeming with marine life, is...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$15
ArtVo Gold Coast – Queensland’s First Trick Art Gallery

Stepping into a world of optical illusions, the larger than life murals allow people of all ages to come face to face with wild animals, …More

Stepping into a world of optical illusions, the larger than life murals allow people of all ages to come face to face with wild animals,...

2 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$21
Midday Sightseeing Cruise: 12.30pm-2pm (90min)

Have a relaxing 1.5-hour river cruise along Brisbane River. Take advantage of several photo opportunities as you glide through the water and see iconic sights …More

Have a relaxing 1.5-hour river cruise along Brisbane River. Take advantage of several photo opportunities as you glide through the water and see iconic sights...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$34
Brisbane City Twilight Kayak

See Brisbane from the water as daylight fades and the city lights begin to shimmer across the river. Launching from Kangaroo Point in the heart …More

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See Brisbane from the water as daylight fades and the city lights begin to shimmer across the river. Launching from Kangaroo Point in the heart...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$76
Townsville Sunset Sail Cruise Boat Tour Charter Hire Sailing Hire

Enjoy a small-group sunset sailing cruise for a maximum of 6 people departing from Townsville yacht club. Set sail for a 1.5-hours sunset sail, sit back …More

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Enjoy a small-group sunset sailing cruise for a maximum of 6 people departing from Townsville yacht club. Set sail for a 1.5-hours sunset sail, sit back...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$80
Entry Ticket at Historic Village Herberton

A visit to the Historic Village Herberton is like stepping back in time. Showcasing Australia’s rich and diverse history this outdoor pioneer museum is testament …More

A visit to the Historic Village Herberton is like stepping back in time. Showcasing Australia’s rich and diverse history this outdoor pioneer museum is testament...

3 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$32
Whitehaven Beach Morning or Afternoon Tour

Embark on a scenic cruise from Port of Airlie, stopping at Daydream Island and Hamilton Island to collect more guests before discovering the Southern end …More

Embark on a scenic cruise from Port of Airlie, stopping at Daydream Island and Hamilton Island to collect more guests before discovering the Southern end...

6 hours 15 minutes
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$86
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Midday River Cruise

Experience the Surfers Paradise Midday Sightseeing Cruise, the perfect way to spend an hour exploring the stunning waterways and picturesque canals of Surfers Paradise and …More

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Experience the Surfers Paradise Midday Sightseeing Cruise, the perfect way to spend an hour exploring the stunning waterways and picturesque canals of Surfers Paradise and...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$20
Fraser Experience Small Group Full Day Guided Tour

With a cozy group of no more than 20 fellow explorers, you’ll enjoy a fun, relaxed tour with plenty of personal attention from our super-friendly …More

With a cozy group of no more than 20 fellow explorers, you’ll enjoy a fun, relaxed tour with plenty of personal attention from our super-friendly...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$229
Brisbane Sightseeing Tour by Bus: Scenic Locations & Morning Tea

Sit back, relax, and explore Queensland’s capital in air-conditioned comfort! This half-day mini bus tour is the ultimate, effortless orientation to Brisbane’s iconic landmarks, rich …More

Sit back, relax, and explore Queensland’s capital in air-conditioned comfort! This half-day mini bus tour is the ultimate, effortless orientation to Brisbane’s iconic landmarks, rich...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$87
Wavedancer Low Isles Great Barrier Reef Sailing Cruise

Low Isles is an idyllic, unspoilt coral cay island just one hour's sailing from Port Douglas aboard the 30 metre sailing catamaran, Wavedancer. With snorkelling …More

Low Isles is an idyllic, unspoilt coral cay island just one hour's sailing from Port Douglas aboard the 30 metre sailing catamaran, Wavedancer. With snorkelling...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$163
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