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Discover Adelaide for kids! We have everything you need to know about what to discover in Adelaide: discover the best Adelaide playgrounds, the best child friendly café/restaurants and all the fun things to do with kids.


Laratinga Wetlands – Mt Barker

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 Environment Day Award. It’s a great place to spend a day walking the wheelchair accessible and pram friendly trails, riding bikes, having picnic, bird watching or just...

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Summit Aquatic and Leisure Centre

The new facility is currently under construction and is located within a precinct bordered by Bald Hills Road and Springs Road, Mount Barker. The site already includes the Summit Sport and Recreation Park, linear trail, and heritage barns. The first phase of construction will include; 25m x 10 lane competition/lap pool Learn to swim pool Splash pad for kids Shallow entry pool with water play Warm water therapy pool Gym and fitness rooms Crèche...

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Best Family Friendly Caravan Parks in South Australia

Caravan Parks sure have come a long way from when I was a kid. Jumping pillows, pools, playgrounds right up to massive waterparks, putt putt and pump tracks. Some of these parks go over and above when it comes to family friendly making them a fantastic family holiday option all within a drive from home. We’re lucky to have stayed at some of S.A’s best caravan parks and here’s our top 10. Victor Harbor Holiday Park Just over...

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FREE Water Play in Adelaide

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 kids exploring, having fun in nature and having a splash but you need to watch them at all times! And don’t forget to slip, slop, slap and wrap! All of the places...

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Best “Themed” Playgrounds in Adelaide

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 may get arrested for stealing sand. Whatever your kid is into, we have scoured the archives and compiled a list of some of Adelaide’s Best Themed Playgrounds for you to...

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Don Moseley Park, Keith

Find it at: Heritage Street, Keith The Don Moseley Park is being redeveloped! The park will be closed, apart from the rotunda and BBQ, from January to June 2025. We are led to believe the famous roller coaster will be retained…..we hope! The new playground will be nature themed and will include water play, a flying fox, raised sandpit, huge 4.2m tall towers, slides, swings, cubby houses and so much more. If you are heading to the states South...

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South Australian Road Trip Ferry Locations

Road trips with kids. The mere phrase sparks fear into the hearts of even the most seasoned parents, yet we often look back on those trip through the rosiest of rose coloured glasses as some of the best family memories don’t we. Usually. We absolutely love those unique experiences that only come with exploring our fantastic state, whether it be a brilliant playground (Check out all the best regional playgrounds here), drool worthy country...

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Charleston Playground

Find it at: Newman Road, Charleston Adelaide Hills Council have put the finishing touches on this fabulous new playspace at gorgeous Charleston. Coming in at about $180 grand, this has plenty to offer all of your kids as they stop off to stretch the legs during your Sunday road trip. We love the 3 on 3 basketball court (plus adjacent tennis courts if that takes your fancy) as well as the little scooter track that travels around the playground....

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Hallett Cove Coastal Boardwalk Bridges

The Marion Coastal Walkway will take you all the way from Marino Rocks through to Hallett Cove, a total of 7.2 kms and with the newly opened multi-million dollar dual suspension bridges, the walk is now even more spectacular. The views are incredible and you can stop and head down the stairs to the beach to explore the small sea creatures and ancient rock faces when you need a break. The trail is open to the elements and there are beautiful,...

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Rising Sun Hotel – Port Wakefield

Here’s a pub you never knew you needed to find, but trust us, you really do! Families, ditch the crappy servo food and skip the greasy bakery line on your next road trip that takes you through Port Wakefield, because this hotel feed blows our socks off every single time. We actually wish it was our local. Meander less than 1km off the main highway when travelling to or from Yorkes, or the North of South Australia, for this unexpectedly...

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Witton Bluff Base Trail

The first stage of the brand new $6.7 million Witton Bluff Base Trail has just opened and it’s accessible, kid, pram AND dog friendly and check out those views!!! Stage one of the trail is a shared-use boardwalk that goes from Port Noarlunga to the tip of the bluff. It’ll take around 30 minutes round trip and you can take the whole family for this one. An upgrade of the existing path at the Christies Beach end of the bluff will...

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25 Family Bucket List Ideas for 2025

Ready to turn 2025 into an epic year of intentional family adventures? Here’s 25 family bucket list ideas for outings and activities in 2025. No need for the usual ‘what should we do this weekend’, we have you covered. These ideas are anything but boring and the great news is, lots of them are cheap or free, or perhaps just require a bit of fuel for the car and a picnic basket of snacks (because we always need snacks!) Our...

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Monarto Safari Park

Are you ready to explore the wild?Discover the largest safari experience outside of Africa. Spanning more than 1,500 hectares and home to more than 50 species of exotic and native animals, you can fit every major Australian zoo within Monarto Safari Park and still have land left over!. Walk the wildBreathe in the fresh air, stretch your legs and explore the open plains of Monarto Safari Park. With 12kms of walking trails between the new Visitor...

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Adelaide Zoo

Find it at: Adelaide Zoo (Frome Rd, Adelaide) Giant Panda News Out of Adelaide Zoo – 24 Aug 2024 With Wang Wang & Fu Ni’s imminent departure from the Adelaide Zoo, we finally now know which two giant pandas will be taking their place! Here is what the Adelaide Zoo had to say on their announcement on Facebook: “Put your paws together for Xing Qiu and Yi Lan – the two Giant Pandas that will join Adelaide Zoo in the...

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The Hahndorf Farm Barn

Find it at: Mount Barker Road,  Hahndorf Adelaide’s Hahndorf Farm Barn is a unique blend of a children’s farmyard and wildlife park. You can hold, touch and feed most of the animals in complete safety and at your own comfort level. Find out how animals are born, grow and live on a farm. A visit to Adelaide’s Hahndorf Farm Barn is not just about family fun activities or keeping the kids entertained –...

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Westside Water Tower Port Augusta

If you are road tripping with kids to the states Mid North, over to the Eyre Peninsula or even up to the Flinders Rangers, here’s a fantastic FREE and fun activity that made a great break for us. Climb the West Side Water Tower at Port Augusta! Imagine this a road trip break that stops the kids from arguing, and is fun enought that they are happy to put their devices down for a half an hour and actually take in the environment that...

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Drive On Beaches in Adelaide and South Australia

South Australia is blessed with stunning family friendly beaches, and scattered around the metro and regional areas of Adelaide are beaches you can drive on! An iconic South Australian family day out, taking the car onto the beach for a day (and filling the car with sandy feet on the way out) is one of our favourite things to do on a hot Adelaide day. We are blessed as one of only two states where beach driving is unregulated, so respecting the...

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Jump Ship Brewing, Port Lincoln

When it comes to family outings, finding a spot that ticks all the boxes for both kids and adults can be a challenge. Luckily, Jump Ship Brewing in Port Lincoln nails it. Family-owned by Michelle, her husband, and their two boys, this incredible brewery and restaurant has transformed an old, deserted tile shop into a family (and dog) friendly setting that makes a comfortable hangout for all ages. It’s got the craft beer, the food, and most...

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Glen Forest Tourist Park & Vineyard

If you’ve ever explored the Eyre Peninsula, you’ll know it’s famous for its stunning coastlines, fresh seafood, and wide-open spaces. But when it comes to family-friendly attractions, options can feel a little… sparse. That’s where Glen Forest Tourist Park & Vineyard steps in to save the day. This place ticks all the boxes for a memorable day out. Animals to cuddle, activities to keep everyone entertained, and even a cheeky wine...

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TreeClimb Salisbury, Harry Bowey Reserve

TreeClimb Salisbury is set to open to the public at the start of 2025! Northern residents and visitors alike will be able to enjoy the high ropes challenges, ziplines and adventure courses in Harry Bowey Reserve, Salisbury Park. This new TreeClimb location will be a fantastic addition to the TreeClimb Kuitpo Forest and TreeClimb Adelaide City courses and we’re calling it the most family-friendly venue, featuring a dedicated course that...

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Coffin Bay National Park

Looking for a family-friendly adventure that combines stunning landscapes, wildlife encounters, and plenty of space for the kids to explore? Coffin Bay National Park, on South Australia’s breathtaking Eyre Peninsula, ticks all the boxes. Whether it’s 4WDing, spotting kangaroos, bushwalking, splashing in crystal-clear waters, or sliding down massive sand dunes, this natural wonderland has something to delight every member of the family....

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Classic Carriage Drives

Step back in time on a trip down memory lane with this relaxed, unique family experience. After a leisurely drive to Montacute in the Adelaide Hills, our carriage awaited us by a charming old stone building on Institute Road, creating a picturesque scene that set the tone for the entire journey. We were warmly greeted by the owner, Libby, her canine sidekick, Eddie, and the most beautifully natured horse, Stella – a delightful trio...

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Main and Cherry Cellar Door

Main and Cherry Cellar Door, located at Chandlers Hill, is a fantastic family-friendly winery just a short drive from Adelaide city. Offering a unique experience for both parents and kids alike, gosh we love a quality outing like this when there is also something special for the kids to eat and a few activities to entertain them. With the most gorgeous panoramic views of vines and the Gulf St Vincent you will be feeling instantly relaxed on...

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@Birdwood Pick Your Own Cherries, Adelaide Hills

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 just like they have shaken up the apple picking scene in South Australia, they are bringing their unique twist to cherry picking in December. Let’s go! You’ll find @Birdwood PYO minutes away from The...

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Bed in a Shed, Leasingham

If you’re looking for an easy family getaway, the Clare Valley ticks all the boxes. Just a breezy 90-minute drive from Adelaide, this stunning region is known for its world-class rieslings, charming cellar doors, and scenic Riesling Trail. But don’t be fooled – it’s not all about the wine! Clare is surprisingly kid-friendly, with plenty of room for little ones to roam, play, and explore. For our family of four, Bed in a Shed (The...

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Riesling Trail Bike Hire, Clare

The Clare Valley is one of those places that never disappoints. With its rolling vineyards, quaint country charm, and fresh open air, it’s the perfect spot for a family getaway. On our recent visit, we were looking for something a little different to do with the kids, so we decided to take on the Riesling Trail by bike – an experience we were so excited to share as a family. We have two kids, aged 7 and 5, and I’ll be honest – it’s been...

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Rices Creek, Auburn

Rices Creek is tucked away in the picturesque town of Auburn, surrounded by a beautiful native garden, vineyards, and an olive grove. One of the highlights is the full 18-hole mini golf course, which was a fantastic way to spend an hour or so with the family when visiting the Clare Valley region. The kids had an absolute blast, and even Dad mentioned that the course was surprisingly great – challenging enough to keep everyone engaged. The...

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Clare Bike Park

Find it at: Melrose Park, Clare The fabulously talented crew at The Trail Collective (check them out on Facebook here to find out more of their great work) have put together a fantastic facility for the locals up at Clare. Aimed at the beginner and intermediate level, this track is about 90 minutes north of Adelaide and a worthy stop on your day trip or weekend away up in the mid north. For more ripping things to do with the kids up at Clare,...

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Adelaide Planetarium

Ready for take-off? Launch your intergalactic voyage at the Adelaide Planetarium! Home to the only planetarium in Adelaide that is open to the public all year round, the Adelaide Planetarium is based at the University of South Australia’s Mawson Lakes campus, and offers a unique, interactive experience to explore the universe, galaxy and solar system. Marvel as you journey across space and time from the comfort of your seat, with realistic...

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Redwing Farm | Moonta | Yorke Peninsula

We have enjoyed a number of stays with the kids at Redwing Farm. Beautiful, family-focused and an easy 2 hour drive from Adelaide at the top of Yorke Peninsula. It is officially a favourite place to spend a long weekend! Located just out of Moonta, this beautifully appointed farm accommodation is perfect for families, in a great location and certain to continue as a regular tradition for our family. There are four delightful self-contained...

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