
Family-Friendly Attractions In Australia
Darling Harbour
★4.6 (57254)Waterfront destination housing many of Sydney's major attractions & hosting large-scale events.
Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Taronga Zoo Sydney
★4.5 (30835)Harbourside animal attraction with over 350 separate species & a ferry service to the city centre.
Bradleys Head Rd, Mosman NSW 2088, Australia
Warner Bros. Movie World
★4.1 (27988)Film-themed amusement park with thrill rides including rollercoasters & regular live stunt shows.
Pacific Mwy, Oxenford QLD 4210, Australia
Sea World
★4.2 (22156)Oceanographic theme park with marine animals & polar bears, plus shows, rides & interactive tours.
Seaworld Dr, Main Beach QLD 4217, Australia
Australia Zoo
★4.7 (21411)Zoo owned by Steve Irwin's family with a varied collection of world animals, including crocodiles.
1638 Steve Irwin Way, Beerwah QLD 4519, Australia
Scenic World
★4.5 (19691)Mountainous locale offering cool experiences for sweeping views, such as a cable car ride & railway.
Violet St &, Cliff Dr, Katoomba NSW 2780, Australia
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
★4.3 (19166)Glass viewing tunnels allow patrons to observe Australia's freshwater & marine aquatic environments.
1-5 Wheat Rd, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Dreamworld
★4.3 (16627)Sprawling amusement complex featuring themed areas, with rides, attractions & a wildlife park.
Dreamworld Pkwy, Coomera QLD 4209, Australia
Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens
★4.8 (16610)36-hectare botanic garden founded in 1846, planted with Australian species and non-native gardens. · Dogs allowed
Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia
Melbourne Skydeck
★4.5 (15386)Gold-plated observation deck on the 88th floor with panoramic city views & a protruding glass cube.
7 Riverside Quay, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia
Australian War Memorial
★4.8 (13615)Shrine and museum built as a visual focus for the country's gratefulness for military sacrifice.
Treloar Cres, Campbell ACT 2612, Australia
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
★4.6 (11673)Native animals on display in natural surrounds, plus shows, encounters & a wildlife hospital.
28 Tomewin St, Currumbin QLD 4223, Australia
Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast
★4.2 (11586)Expansive water park with many thrill rides, a wave pool, concessions & a surf shop.
Pacific Mwy, Oxenford QLD 4210, Australia
Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
★4.6 (10750)The world's largest koala sanctuary, with a zoo housing Australian native animal species.
708 Jesmond Rd, Fig Tree Pocket QLD 4069, Australia
Hillarys Boat Harbour
★4.5 (9799)Boating hub & entertainment centre with restaurants, stores, an aquarium & other family attractions.
86 Southside Dr, Hillarys WA 6025, Australia
Cape Byron Lighthouse
★4.7 (8276)Completed in 1901, this working lighthouse features sweeping bay views, a maritime museum & tours.
Lighthouse Rd, Byron Bay NSW 2481, Australia
Broadwater Parklands
★4.7 (7395)Spacious park featuring a marine-themed water play area for kids, plus BBQ grills & walking paths. · Dogs allowed
Marine Parade, Southport QLD 4215, Australia
National Museum of Australia
★4.5 (7220)Modern waterfront building housing artefacts from 50,000 years of Australian history & culture.
Lawson Cres, Acton ACT 2601, Australia
National Arboretum Canberra
★4.6 (6916)Large, modern park with cedar & oak forests, a lively cafe & a playground with big acorn treehouses. · Dogs allowed
Forest Dr, Australian Capital Territory 2611, Australia
The Big Banana Fun Park
★4.3 (6902)Waterslides, ice skating, mini golf & laser tag are offered at this banana-themed amusement park.
351 Pacific Hwy, Coffs Harbour NSW 2450, Australia
Chinatown Melbourne
★4.3 (6609)Vibrant, historic neighborhood offering numerous Chinese eateries, shops & cultural events.
Little Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Australian Reptile Park
★4.6 (6555)Popular zoo with many species of reptiles, free-roaming kangaroos, shows & hands-on experiences.
Pacific Hwy, Somersby NSW 2250, Australia
Loch Ard Gorge
★4.8 (6510)Coastal nature park featuring self-guided walks, viewing platforms & a cemetery.
Great Ocean Road Port Campbell, VIC 3269, Australia
The Wheel of Brisbane
★4.4 (6205)Enclosed gondolas carry visitors 200 feet into the air day & night for panoramic views of Brisbane.
Russell St, South Brisbane QLD 4101, Australia
Noosa National Park
★4.8 (6153)Large, scenic area with a mountain summit walk & coastal trails, plus wildlife viewing & swimming.
Palm Grove Cct, Noosa Heads QLD 4567, Australia
Cairns Aquarium
★4.6 (6005)More than 16,000 specimens in 9 ecosystems, along with an eatery featuring aquarium views.
5 Florence St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Blue Mountains National Park
★4.8 (5785)This National Park lies at the edge of the Great Dividing Range & has walking & biking trails.
New South Wales, Australia
AQWA The Aquarium Of Western Australia
★4.4 (5695)Storied aquarium with a cafe featuring a walk-through underwater tunnel & interactive touch pool.
91 Southside Dr, Hillarys WA 6025, Australia
Melbourne Zoo
★4.4 (5678)Modelled on London Zoo, this family-friendly establishment has animals from all around the world.
Elliott Ave, Parkville VIC 3052, Australia
Australian National Maritime Museum
★4.6 (5592)Harbourside attraction with naval vessels, a replica of Cook's Endeavor and temporary exhibitions.
2 Murray St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Geelong Waterfront
★4.7 (5402)Landmark beachfront leisure area with a carousel, a Ferris wheel, a harbour & dining options.
95 Eastern Beach Rd, Geelong VIC 3220, Australia
Hartley's Crocodile Adventures
★4.7 (5400)Animal attraction featuring crocodile & reptile shows, guided tours & views of koalas & kangaroos.
Captain Cook Hwy, Wangetti QLD 4877, Australia
Queens Park Toowoomba
★4.7 (5356)Large, leafy park featuring playgrounds, fields & a historic botanical garden with formal displays. · Dogs allowed
43-73 Lindsay St, East Toowoomba QLD 4350, Australia
National Zoo & Aquarium
★4.6 (4851)This storied, 25-acre site offers exotic & native animal encounters, zookeeper talks & picnic areas.
999 Lady Denman Dr, Yarralumla ACT 2611, Australia
WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo
★4.1 (4846)Unique zoo featuring native animals in walk-through habitats, plus daily shows & feeding sessions.
1-5 Wheat Rd, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
South Australian Museum
★4.6 (4640)The 5-floor building is devoted to natural history artifacts & an exploration of Aboriginal culture.
North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Melbourne
★4.0 (4086)Destination for Lego-themed rides, kids' play areas & interactive building zones, plus a cinema.
Level 2/1341 Dandenong Rd, Chadstone VIC 3148, Australia
Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk
★4.6 (4008)Family-friendly, nature-based attraction with guided walks, educational programs & discovery center.
Valley of the Giants Rd, Tingledale WA 6333, Australia
Australian National Botanic Gardens
★4.6 (3269)Tranquil botanical garden featuring a diverse array of native plants, walking trails & a cafe.
Clunies Ross St, Acton ACT 2601, Australia
Castle Hill Lookout
★4.7 (3111)900+ feet above the city, this granite monolith features a lookout area with panoramic city views.
Castle Hill Rd, Castle Hill QLD 4810, Australia
Aussie World
★4.3 (3100)Time-tested theme park featuring a range of rides & attractions, plus shops & casual dining options.
73 Frizzo Rd, Palmview QLD 4553, Australia
Kosciuszko National Park
★4.7 (2696)This national park with unusual Alpine climate encompasses Australia's tallest peak & highest town.
Alpine Way, New South Wales 2627, Australia
Ripley's Believe It or Not! Surfers Paradise
★4.3 (2514)Museum with kitschy oddities on display, including shrunken human heads & rare animal skeletons.
Cavill Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia
Infinity Attraction
★4.3 (2400)Funhouse attraction where guests encounter illusion-based special effects & music.
G31 Chevron Renaissance Centre, 3240 Surfers Paradise Blvd, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia
The Big Pineapple
★3.3 (2217)This huge pineapple is a popular landmark with steps to an observation deck, plus an on-site cafe.
76 Nambour Connection Rd, Woombye QLD 4559, Australia
Cave Garden / Thugi
★4.3 (2016)A huge sinkhole stands at the center of this landscaped garden with seasonal events. · Dogs allowed
1 Bay Rd, Mount Gambier SA 5290, Australia
Rainforestation Nature Park
★4.5 (1927)Veggie & BBQ buffets at 2 outdoor venues set in the lush tropical gardens of a nature reserve.
1030 Kennedy Hwy, Kuranda QLD 4881, Australia
Alice Springs Desert Park
★4.6 (1718)Arid terrain with tours of native plants & wildlife, a nature theater & a nocturnal house.
Larapinta Dr, Alice Springs NT 0871, Australia
Kings Canyon
★4.7 (1640)Petermann NT 0872, Australia
Kondalilla National Park
★4.7 (1551)Rainforest area with popular walks to a waterfall with a swimming hole & lower rock pool.
Kondalilla Falls Rd, Flaxton QLD 4560, Australia