There are so many pick your own activities around Adelaide, however no one can deny once you've tried a delicious freshly picked strawberry nothing else will ever compare! Strawberry picking season usually happens between November and April (weather dependant) but...
Did you know that Splash Town at Moonta Bay Foreshore on the Yorke Peninsula is an entirely FREE waterpark for kids and families? Think waterslides, tipping bucket and a whole heap of waterplay fun. It's a fantastic community facility, open for every one to use. South...
Camping near Adelaide: top spots for a holiday Camping is such a great family experience. You don't have to be a Leyland Brother loaded up with expensive equipment to do it either. You don't need a 4WD, you don't need a lot of money, you don't need a lot of time you...
Outdoors and located no less than 200metres from the beach, West Beach Mini Golf is great fun for all ages and offers a whopping 27 holes! Divided into a range of course options. Open 7 days a week, A Family friendly atmosphere Awaits you with Loads of Amazing pirate...
Morialta Conservation Park is a top pick for family walks, nature play, and wildlife spotting, especially after rain when the waterfalls are at their best. Located just 20 minutes from the Adelaide CBD, it offers a range of walking trails suitable for families with...
Where is Hallet Cove Conservation Park? Hallet Cove Conservation Park is located 22 km south of Adelaide and there is public transport from the city to this park! When is the best time to visit? Hallet Cove Conservation Park is stunning all year round. In Summer the...
Adelaide is home to some amazing playgrounds, but sometimes, your kids may have a really intense love for a very specific theme. Most kids do at some point, whether it be dinosaurs, pirates, trains or just wanting to run around and get so damn dirty that you think you...
As the colder weather kicks in around Adelaide, the list of things most people want to do outside dwindles. But the exciting news is that Whale Watching season has begun! From late May right up until October, Southern Right whales return to the shores around the...
Sure, TLC said "Don't go chasin' waterfalls"... but we doubt they ever saw any of the waterfalls we have here in Adelaide - some only a short drive from the city and a bunch that are perfect for visiting with kids. If you are looking for a free family outing in Winter...
Kids. Love. Trains…….especially ours. So if you have a little train enthusiast in your family we’ve made it easy for you to fill up your weekends with Adelaide’s best train experiences. There’s of course train rides, but don’t forget the museums, train themed...
Lenswood Pick Your Own will open for the season on 28 February 2026. Pick Your Own Apples at @Lenswood isn't just pick and run type of thing - it really is a fun full day out you can have with the whole family in the beautiful Adelaide Hills. Lenswood is around 40...
Laratinga Wetlands is located in the Adelaide Hills suburb of Mt Barker, just off Bald Hills Road. The wetland's environmental and recreational qualities attract many visitors and has won several awards, including the United Nations Association of Australia World...
2025/26 Season Opens December 13, 2025 Cherry picking... not as you know it! There is a new Adelaide Hills spot for pick your own cherries and we couldn't be more thrilled! @Birdwood PYO Cherries is brought to you by the same family who run @Lenswood PYO Apples and...
Roonka Adventure Park is a hidden Riverland gem where adventure meets nature. Owned and run by Scouts SA for over 50 years, it has long been a favourite for school camps, Scouts, and groups. Now families are discovering just how much fun you can have here. Just over...
One of those things that you just do not understand until you’ve had kids is how excellent a well timed pram walk can be. There’s something about that perfect ratio of smooth with a few soothing bumps and long enough to last at least one sleep cycle that will have you...
When it's hot in Adelaide, it's really bloody hot. So here are some great parks where you can find FREE shade, water, and some playground fun to keep the kids happy and the electricity bill down. As always PLEASE be very careful with your kids around water. We love...
If you’re looking for a fun outdoor adventure the whole family will love (like LOVE), we can’t recommend SA eBikes enough. We recently spent a day riding through McLaren Vale on the Shiraz Trail and beyond, and it was easily one of the best things we did these school...
Find it at: Heritage Street, Keith Don Moseley Park received an extensive playground redevelopment late 2025. This nature-themed upgrade includes water play, a flying fox, sandpit, huge 4.2m tall towers, slides, swings, cubby houses and so much more. The best news?...
Looking for a fun day out with the kids (or just an excuse to wander through gorgeous fields of flowers)? Adelaide has some amazing spots where you can pick your own blooms – from bright yellow sunflowers in summer to colourful tulips in spring. It’s the perfect mix...
Goodbye Winter and hello Spring! Looking for the perfect picnic spot in Adelaide? Whether you're after a shady spot by water, a beachside escape, or a scenic park with plenty of space for the kids to run around, we’ve got you covered! And if you’re hunting for the...
Two parks. One river. Endless family fun!Onkaparinga River National Park – think hiking, lookouts, camping & the dramatic gorge.Onkaparinga River Recreation Park – wetlands, boardwalks, kayaking, fishing & family picnics. Onkaparinga River National Park A...
Nestled along Adelaide’s picturesque southern coastline, the Witton Bluff Base Trail is now fully open, offering families an inviting and accessible coastal adventure between Christies Beach and Port Noarlunga. What Makes It Family-Friendly? Safe and inclusive access:...
Everyone loves a slide, so we put together a bucket list of Adelaide’s best slides for you to tick off for the school holidays and beyond, and with all the amazing new playgrounds popping up all over the place at the moment you don’t have to drive too far out of the...
A brand-new initiative from the South Australian Tourism Commission, this scheme aims to support tourism in coastal regions affected by recent algal blooms. The program releases 20,000 vouchers (valued up to $500) to encourage families, including those in Adelaide, to...
Embark on an unforgettable family adventure with Adventure Kayaking SA as you explore the magical Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary and the fascinating Ships Graveyard Maritime Heritage Trail. Just 30 minutes from Adelaide’s CBD, this unique eco-experience invites you to...
If you're looking for an unforgettable outdoor adventure that the whole family can enjoy then Adventure Hubs SA is your kind of place, it offers exhilarating, all-year-round experiences designed to challenge, inspire, and entertain visitors of all ages. Nestled in the...
Find it at: Flagstaff Hill, South Australia Sturt Gorge Recreation Park is internationally recognised as an area of conservation and geological significance. The park is also home to a rock formation, known as sturt tillite, that is believed to have been formed from...
A bit about Mount Remarkable National Park A 4 hour drive from Adelaide, Mount Remarkable National Park is an ideal place to take the family.There’s lots of diverse wildlife and campgrounds with good facilities. The park is a popular destination for bush walking, with...
Find it at: Port Lincoln This park is not in the local Adelaide neighbourhood but if you're nearby in the area it's worth the trip, actually even if you're not in the area and need a trip away then put Lincoln National Park on your bucket list ! Lincoln National Park...
Find it at: Garden Island, SA Nature Play SA and National Parks SA have joined together to provide a range of fun & free events to be held at various National Parks around South Australia. Each month will feature a new park to discover, and the Park of the Month...
