Splash in Sydney

Pools, splash pads and beaches.

Places

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Philip Ruddock Water Playground

Dundas · Hills District

Make a splash at this free water playground in Dundas Park, with a playground next door and coffee a short stroll away.

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James Ruse Reserve

Parramatta · Western Sydney

Make a splash at James Ruse Reserve, with fountains, sprinklers and a tipping bucket, plus a playground for more fun once the towels come out.

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The Nielsen (Shark Beach, Vaucluse)

Vaucluse · Eastern Suburbs

Start with coffee and breakfast at The Nielsen, then head down to Shark Beach for an easy, toddler-friendly day by the sand.

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Clontarf Beach

Clontarf · Northern Beaches

A sheltered harbour beach with calm water, a netted swimming enclosure, a playground, a beachside kiosk and sometimes an ice cream boat!

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Playgrounds

Pirrama Park + Pirrama Park Kiosk

Pyrmont · Inner West

Water play, sandpit, slides and a kiosk right beside the playground.

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Waves Fitness & Aquatic Centre

Baulkham Hills · Hills District

Waves is such a good Hills District option on a hot day.

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North Sydney Olympic Pool

Milsons Point · North Shore

Harbour Bridge views, a splash pad, heated indoor swimming and plenty of family friendly features.

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Ryde Aquatic Leisure Centre

Ryde · North Shore

Think colourful water features, a wave pool, giant waterslide and plenty of splashy fun for the little ones! 🌈

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Ian Potter Children’s WILD PLAY Garden

Centennial Park · Eastern Suburbs

A hidden free garden with waterfalls, streams, water play, nature play and a bamboo forest slide.

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Balmoral Beach & Park

Balmoral · North Shore

Calm sheltered water, a fully fenced playground and everything close together.

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Clifton Gardens

Mosman · North Shore

An easy harbour day with swimming, playground time and plenty of grass in the same spot.

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Parsley Bay Reserve

Vaucluse · Eastern Suburbs

Sydney’s hidden little beach that is so good with kids.

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