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Children up to 12 can follow themed trails, feed giraffes, watch seal and bird shows, ride the cable car and train; abundant change rooms and flat paths keep parents relaxed.
Recommended visit duration: 3-5 hours
👉 See FULL guide to Taronga Zoo Sydney (with kids)Rockpool touch tanks, penguin boat ride, keeper talks and school-holiday quests keep 3–12s learning and excited; step-free paths, toilets and change tables back up the fun.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
👉 See FULL guide to SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium (with kids)Water-jet playground, SEA LIFE sharks, koala breakfast and Maritime Museum trails keep 2–12s thrilled all day; wide paths, toilets and eateries aid carers, yet multi-ticket costs add up.
Recommended visit duration: 3-5 hours
👉 See FULL guide to Darling Harbour (with kids)10 BEST nearby Activities
Children up to 12 watch free-roaming kangaroos, crawl through aquarium tunnels, and join paid Mini Zookeeper or Squirrel Monkey programs; flat paths and ample toilets ease a busy family day.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
👉 See FULL guide to Sydney Zoo (with kids)Children up to 12 can roam WILD PLAY Garden, ride the Choo Choo Express and join science workshops; lawns are open and safe, though adults must supervise near water features.
Recommended visit duration: 2–3 hours
👉 See FULL guide to Royal Botanic Garden Sydney (with kids)10 BEST nearby Activities
Nine walk-through habitats, frequent keeper talks, child pricing, pram-friendly paths and age-12+ encounters create a safe, hands-on half-day that keeps children engaged and learning.
Recommended visit duration: 2–3 hours
👉 See FULL guide to WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo (with kids)Children under 12 can safely hand-feed kangaroos, pat koalas, watch short keeper shows, play in farmyard; wide ramps, toilets and café suit breaks; most extras permit their age.
Recommended visit duration: 2–3 hours
👉 See FULL guide to Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park (with kids)Discounted child tickets, unlimited rides, Dinosaur Valley animatronics and AR Gruffalo trail keep ages 3-12 engaged; beware a few stairs and the very steep Railway that may upset timid kids.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
👉 See FULL guide to Scenic World (with kids)Children up to 12 can craft in Kids on Deck, build the LEGO Reef and climb on HMAS Vampire, while lifeguarded water play, family toilets and height rules (≥90 cm) keep activities safe and clear.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
👉 See FULL guide to Australian National Maritime Museum (with kids)Superhero missions, dress-up runway and wax-hand craft keep 6–12-year-olds busy; level floors, toilets and 2-hour runtime suit parents, making this an excellent indoor outing.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
👉 See FULL guide to Madame Tussauds Sydney (with kids)