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Lane Cove · North Shore
French Dining Next to The Canopy Playground
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Pram Friendly CafesLane Cove · North Shore
French Dining Next to The Canopy Playground
PlaygroundsLavender Bay · North Shore
A gorgeous little playground with a boat rocker, classic merry-go-round and harbour views nearby—plus coffee and pastries just up the road.
PlaygroundsParramatta · Western Sydney
A riverside playground with long slides, climbing, sand and water play, plus pram-friendly paths and ducks to spot along the foreshore.
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.
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.
Beecroft · Hills District
A fully fenced, train-themed playground where little train lovers can swing, spin and watch real trains rumble past.
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.
Dundas · Western Sydney
A freshly upgraded Dundas playground with slides, swings and climbing fun for little ones and bigger kids, plus a scooter track and picnic shelter.
Northmead · Western Sydney
Settle in for a family morning with slides, swings, nature play and two huge sporting fields for little legs to run wild.
Pymble · North Shore
A colourful, fully fenced fruit themed playground with slides, swings and shady picnic spots for a lovely little outing in Pymble.
Ettalong Beach · Central Coast
Resort-style pool and family-friendly accommodation for a Central Coast getaway.
Haberfield · Inner West
Fully fenced playground
Mona Vale · Northern Beaches
A lunch spot with Pittwater views right next to a fully fenced playground.
Mona Vale · Northern Beaches
An indoor play area and kids' gaming machines to keep little ones entertained while Dad relaxes.
St Leonards · North Shore
Flying eggs, flames and chef tricks — a fun dinner idea with kids.
Meadowbank · North Shore
A calm, beautifully designed indoor play centre with classical music, imaginative play areas and a café — ideal for under 5s.
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!
Darlington · Inner City
A hidden fenced playground perfect for toddlers in Darlington.
Baulkham Hills · Hills District
Turon Avenue Reserve is a nice shady local option with a good mix for younger kids.
Baulkham Hills · Hills District
There’s a free little garden themed playground tucked inside Grove Square and it’s a really good one for toddlers and preschoolers.
Eastwood · North Shore
A fenced Eastwood playground and an easy free play option with little kids.
Parramatta · Western Sydney
When you find a playground with a cafe next door! Takeaway coffee and snacks from the historic George Street Gatehouse, a short stroll from Paperbark Playground.
Ryde · North Shore
A storybook playground tucked into Ryde’s greenery, with fairytale sculptures, inclusive play and plenty of space for little imaginations to run wild.
Bella Vista · Hills District
More than trampolines, this rainy day spot has a dedicated under 5s area, soft play, climbing and slides for little ones to burn off energy.
Pyrmont · Inner West
Water play, sandpit, slides and a kiosk right beside the playground.
Rose Bay · Eastern Suburbs
Lyne Park is not your average local playground.
The Rocks · Inner City
A classic Sydney family option with pancakes and familiar kids meals, easy to combine with a wander around The Rocks.
North Parramatta · Western Sydney
There’s a magical little castle playground hidden inside Sherwin Park in North Parramatta.
Wahroonga · North Shore
Wahroonga Park is such an easy little morning with younger kids.
Wentworthville · Western Sydney
An easy family friendly club with plenty of food options and heaps to keep the kids entertained.
Parramatta · Western Sydney
A free Parramatta playground and outdoor play option.
Glenhaven · Hills District
Coffee, kids pancakes, a fully fenced playground and ducks to feed — all in one spot.
Baulkham Hills · Hills District
Waves is such a good Hills District option on a hot day.
Milsons Point · North Shore
Harbour Bridge views, a splash pad, heated indoor swimming and plenty of family friendly features.
Ryde · North Shore
Think colourful water features, a wave pool, giant waterslide and plenty of splashy fun for the little ones! 🌈
Centennial Park · Eastern Suburbs
A hidden free garden with waterfalls, streams, water play, nature play and a bamboo forest slide.
Five Dock · Inner West
Jungle Buddies is such an easy indoor play option, particularly with younger kids.
Leura · Blue Mountains
An ice rink, motorboats, slides, swimming pools and more... all at one hotel?!
Clarence · Blue Mountains
All aboard a historic steam train for a Blue Mountains adventure, with old-fashioned carriages and lovely views for the whole family.
Katoomba · Blue Mountains
Cafe with play equipment, carousel
Burradoo · Southern Highlands
A beautiful country pub near Bowral with plenty of space for the kids to play while the adults relax.
Burradoo · Southern Highlands
Looking for something to do with kids in Bowral? Burradoo Park Farm is one to add to your list. This working farm has animals, a craft room, bug room, playground and great food all in one spot. Even better, general admission is free!
Lane Cove · North Shore
The Canopy is such an easy one because you get play, food, shops and parking in the same place.
Willoughby · North Shore
The Incinerator and Hallstrom Park make a really easy cafe and playground combination.
Carss Park · St George
Carss Park gives you a waterfront playground and open park space, with By The Bay Cafe nearby for coffee or food.
Five Dock · Inner West
Home Grounds is such a good lunch spot when you want somewhere the kids can play while the adults actually get a chance to catch up.
Mortdale · St George
One of the best things about Wonderworld is the all day entry, so you’re not racing against a short session time.
Ryde · North Shore
Monkey Mania inside Top Ryde is a big indoor option with slides, climbing areas, a jumping castle and loads of space for the kids to play.
Narrabeen · Northern Beaches
The big drawcard at Tramshed Cafe is that the kids can actually eat inside a real tram.
Miranda · Sutherland Shire
A family cafe with children’s play facilities.
Sydney · Inner City
A waterfront restaurant option that can be added to a Darling Harbour family day.
Rozelle · Inner West
Dirty Red is a great cafe one to know about with little kids thanks to the courtyard and kids play kitchen.
Camperdown · Inner West
Camperdown Commons gives you a little bit of everything.
Forest Lodge · Inner West
If you have a train loving kid, eating inside the heritage tram at Butcher & The Farmer makes lunch a little more exciting.
St Leonards · North Shore
There's plenty to keep the kids busy at Vitaland Kids Café in St Leonards, with a mix of slides, climbing equipment and pretend play areas.
Wentworth Point · Western Sydney
MiniNova has so much packed into the play space.
Petersham · Inner West
Public House Petersham is such an easy pub option with kids.
West Pennant Hills · Hills District
Sunnyside is such a good cafe find with little kids.
Chatswood · North Shore
Indoor play space and café on Level 3 of Chatswood Chase, with plenty to keep toddlers and younger kids busy.
Mona Vale · Northern Beaches
Tropical vibes without leaving Sydney!
Lane Cove · North Shore
Looking for somewhere to entertain the little ones on a rainy day? Doo Doo Kids in Lane Cove is an adorable indoor play centre, complete with its very own mini town!
Castle Hill · Hills District
If your kids have energy to burn, Area 51 in Castle Hill is definitely one to add to your list.
Lane Cove · North Shore
Sushi plates come around on the train, which the kids love, and their kids meal comes with a little toy too. The Canopy playground is just nearby, so they can have a play afterwards.
Kirrawee · Sutherland Shire
An easy family lunch spot in Kirrawee, with a kids’ play zone, little picnic tables and Sunday entertainment to keep the kids smiling.
Bondi · Eastern Suburbs
Mickey Mouse shaped pizza, colouring in for the kids! Dinner here with kids absolutely delivered.
Mascot · Eastern Suburbs
A cafe with a fully fenced playground right beside the tables.
Five Dock · Inner West
A fully fenced playground with eight slides and sandpit
Queens Park · Eastern Suburbs
A fully enclosed playground right beside the cafe, an easy coffee and play morning.
Meadowbank · North Shore
A bright, colourful fully fenced playground with a flying fox and water play.
Balmoral · North Shore
Calm sheltered water, a fully fenced playground and everything close together.
Mosman · North Shore
An easy harbour day with swimming, playground time and plenty of grass in the same spot.
Vaucluse · Eastern Suburbs
Sydney’s hidden little beach that is so good with kids.
Carlingford · Hills District
A playground that feels a little more like an adventure than your average park with its safari themed playground filled with life sized animal sculptures
Silverwater · Western Sydney
Enjoy a coffee close to the kids’ outdoor play area at Sabah, a family friendly Silverwater café with brunch favourites and a kids menu.
Oatley · South West Sydney
Enjoy a coffee and brunch at Oat House while the little ones explore the kids area, complete with a cubby house and slide.