World Travel10 Family Holiday Destinations in Australia

10 Family Holiday Destinations in Australia

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If you are planning for a family vacation, then Australia is an excellent option for you. There are many options around Australia for families of all ages and budgets. In Australia, you can explore cities along the famous east coast, roam around old beaches and national parks along the west coast. Australia is full of amazingly beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Sites, stunning surf beaches, spectacular activities, and panoramic mountain ranges.

Let’s check out these top 10 family-friendly destinations in Australia.

1. Broome

Broome is one of the magnificent coastal jewels of Western Australia. Broome is Australia’s largest state, located in the Kimberley region, about 2,000 km north of Perth. The town of Waterside is home to the old dinosaur trails, the famous white sand of Cable Beach. It is one of the most famous attractions in the district and is probably best experienced at sunset. Enjoy a camel ride with your children in Broome.

Camel Ride at Cable Beach- Broome, Via: broomekimberley&beyond.com

Visiting points:

  • Cable Beach
  • Sun Pictures Outdoor Cinema
  • The Dinosaur Coast

2. Gold Coast

The Gold Coast is best known for its glitz, glamor, and beautiful beaches. The place gold Coast is also known as the home to some fabulous family-friendly attractions. Kids will like it, local theme parks such as Sea World, Dreamworld, and Movie World. Sun-kissed beaches and local wildlife parks are ideal places to have a good time with your family. There are various ways to keep your little ones entertained all day, from indoor skydiving and go-karting to portable mini-golf and animal encounters.

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary-Gold Coast, Via: pacific-destinations.com

Visiting points:

  • Burleigh Heads Beach
  • Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Warner Bros. Movie World

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3. Kangaroo Island

On Kangaroo Island, you can explore Australia’s best wildlife. A visit to Kangaroo Island provides the perfect opportunity to reconnect with nature. You can see kangaroos, koalas, echidnas, and native birds here. Spend quality time exploring the beaches and admiring the magnificent landscape across the island. Enjoy a family hike, with 509 km of coastline, to sand-cast construction along the reef. Enjoy some of the best destinations this incredible destination has to offer.

Kangaroo Island, Via: discoveraustralia.com

Visiting points: 

  • Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Flinders Chase National Park
  • Raptor Domain

4. Sydney

Sydney is one of Australia’s most prominent destinations. Sydney is known as ‘Harbor City’ and is home to various family sites. Take a trip to the Taronga Zoo or the famous Luna Park to appreciate a grand ship ride over the harbor or invest some energy building sand casts on Body Beach. Charming cafes and lots of great historical centers and craftsmanship to see.

Family holiday at Sydney, Via: Tripzilla.com

Visiting points:

  • Taronga Zoo
  • Bondi Beach
  • Luna Park Sydney

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5. Canberra

Canberra offers lots of things to see and activities to do with your family. The nation’s capital is safe parking, many picnic spots, and spacious enough to walk around. Canberra is home to world-class art galleries and museums, the National Zoo and Aquarium, and Questcon. Explore a variety of cafes scattered throughout the suburbs of Canberra.

Canberra, Via: accorhotels.com

Visiting points:

  • Questacon
  • National Arboretum
  • National Zoo and Aquarium

6. Melbourne

Melbourne is also known as the cultural capital of Australia. It is home to countless restaurants and cafes, beautiful museums, and art galleries. Melbourne is one of the best live entertainment scenes and family sites in the country. Explore the history of the world, involve yourself in interactive exhibitions. If your younger people love the game, be sure to catch a world-class AFL, tennis, or cricket game during your family trip.

Royal Botanic Gardens-Melbourne, Via: timeout.com

Visiting points: 

  • Royal Botanic Gardens
  • The Australian Centre for the Moving Image
  • Melbourne Museum

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7. Hobart

Hobart in Tasmania has a compact size, fascinating history, and accessible forests that make it a luxurious family driving holiday. It is a place for landscapes, friendly people, a relaxed island lifestyle, excellent food, and adventurous activities. They can also go for river rafting on the Franklin River. People can also go for cracking, hiking around Cradle Mountain.

Family walking bush Tasmania, Via: adventuretours.com.au

Visiting points: 

  • Salamanca Market
  • Mona Museum of Old and New Art
  • Mount Wellington

8. Darwin

The capital of the northern region, Darwin is sweltering; Thus, a cold swim is a daily custom here. Immerse your children in the Wave Lagoon at the waterfront pre-continent, or drive at Litchfield National Park at an interval of an hour to splash under the waterfall. Face some of Australia’s incredible native flora and fauna in the city and its surroundings, which you’ll find plenty to see and do with the family.

Darwin, Via: kephotography.com.au

Visiting points:

  • The Museum and Art Gallery
  • Mindil Beach Sunset Markets
  • Crocosaurus Cove

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9. Rottnest Island

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