Kid-Friendly Activities in Sydney

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A day out with the family can be expensive, but visit these Parks, Pools, Gardens, and Libraries with your kids and be assured they'll stay entertained for hours. Many of these venues are free, however, it might be best to check the websites provided in this article for any updates.

PARKS

Wulaba Park, Waterloo


This playground in Waterloo features a giant slide and the adventure-style activities will keep many children playing for hours. Sydney artist Nuha Saad helped to design this adventure play equipment. The park also features a table tennis table, handball area, picnic and BBQ areas, bike racks, and public toilets.

More information is on the City of Sydney website here.

Prince Alfred Park, Surry Hills


There are two different playgrounds at Prince Alfred Park in Surry Hills, one featuring a large circular yellow structure where kids will feel like they're flying and the other has an enclosed area suitable for toddlers. There is also an open play space near the basketball courts. It is a park with many different ways to play.

More information is on the City of Sydney website here.

Pirrama Park, Pyrmont


Pirrama Park is a harbourside park with an extensive playground, picnic areas as well as BBQ spots. The water playground is great fun during the hot summer months. There is also a walk named, The Stevedore Walk, an ode to this area's history of ships loading and offloading cargo. You can access this park by bus and light rail. Some street parking is available but parking stations may be your better option.

More information is on the City of Sydney website here.

POOLS
Entry fees differ, check websites for more details

Cook + Phillip Park Pool


Situated in the CBD in College St, Cook + Phillip Park Pool has indoor pools and is open every day except Good Friday and Christmas Day. This pool complex is bathed in natural light and is suitable for all ages and swim levels. The leisure pool has a wave machine where you can have even more fun.

More information is on the City of Sydney website here.

Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre


With three pools, free play lanes, a gym, aqua aerobic classes, a cafe and close to transport, the Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre has something for all skill levels. Situated in Ultimo, the complex is open all year round.

More information is on the City of Sydney website here.

Victoria Park Pool


This complex has pools and a fitness centre and they have open days where you can explore the facilities. Offering learn-to-swim classes, free play lanes, and a cafe, Victoria Park Pool is conveniently situated in Camperdown. Limited 2-hour onsite parking is also available.

More information is on the City of Sydney website here.

GARDENS

Royal Botanic Garden


Sydney's Royal Botanic Garden is a magical place to walk through and with many events suitable for kids, like cryptic adventures and craft workshops, plan your next visit soon. Look out for community events, exhibitions and even plant sales.

More information is on the City of Sydney website here.

Auburn Botanic Gardens


Auburn Botanic Gardens is open daily, except Christmas Day. It features a community picnic area and an equal access playground, a native and rainforest garden, a scented garden and more. Events are also held here but bookings are essential.

For more information about what you can do at this garden visit the Cumberland Council website here.

LIBRARIES


Visiting your local library is always a fun activity to enjoy with kids, but why not visit one of these libraries and make a day of it? Spend the day in the city when you check out these libraries in the City of Sydney -

Customs House Library - Circular Quay
Darling Square Library - Haymarket
Glebe Library - Glebe
Green Square Library - Zetland
Kings Cross Library - Potts Point
Newtown Library - Newtown
Pyrmont Link - Pyrmont
Surry Hills Library - Surry Hills
Town Hall Library Express - Sydney
Ultimo Library - Ultimo
Waterloo Library - Waterloo

For more information about the City of Sydney libraries, visit the website here.

There are many things to do with kids in Sydney, many of which are free. Check out what else you can discover to keep kids entertained at the 'What's On' page of the City of Sydney website here.

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