How to spend the school holidays with the kids in New South Wales.
Take a break during their school holiday break by booking the brood in for a family holiday in New South Wales. Whether you’re searching for a day, weekend or week-long trip through the state, there is plenty to do.
Those hoping to save that annual leave for a larger holiday (Christmas visiting the relatives perhaps?) can opt to fill the kids’ holiday calendar with daily activities in and around Sydney.
No matter your agenda, we’ve found the most fun-filled family-friendly activities and experiences in in NSW these school holidays to ensure your little one is kept entertained all holiday long. Start booking these babies into the itinerary now:
NSW Family Holiday Destinations
These six family holiday destinations in NSW are renowned for their family friendly atmosphere, picturesque surrounds and outdoor activities.
Far North Coast
Hunter Region
South Coast
Coffs Coast
North Coast
Central Coast
1. Far North Coast
Includes: Byron Bay, Ballina, Yamba and Lennox Head.
Perfect for: Getting away from the big city and enjoying nature
Nearing the border of NSW and Queensland, the Far North Coast is a dynamic environment of coastal beaches and hinterland. Quiet coastal towns are rife and the possibility of adventure amongst World Heritage Sites is standard.
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Resort: East On Byron
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Holiday Park: North Coast Holiday Parks Lennox Head
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Apartment: Ballina Beach Village Dolphin Bay
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Byron Bay Surf Experience - Small Group Lesson
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2. Hunter Region
Includes: Port Stephens, Lake Macquarie, Newcastle, Cessnock, Wiseman’s Ferry, Hunter Valley
Perfect for: Foodies and animal lovers
Couple a harbour-town holiday with a relaxing vineyard stopover by exploring the Hunter Region. Port Stephens and Lake Macquarie are ideal for marine life encounters and a coastal retreat while the Hunter Valley provides an inland sojourn complete with wines for the adults and chocolates and fudge for the children.
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Resort: Chateau Elan at the Vintage
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Motel: Branxton House Motel
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3. South Coast
Includes: Kiama, Wollongong, Kangaroo Valley, Jervis Bay, Batemans Bay, Bega
Perfect for: Peace, quiet and cheese
Go against the grain and head south for a holiday with a bit of everything. Expect a smattering of environments when you do. From the cityscape of Wollongong and the inner sanctuaries of Kangaroo Valley and Bega, you’ll be spoilt for choice on a holiday to the South Coast.
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Resort: Coachhouse Marine Resort
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Holiday Park: BIG4 Easts Beach Holiday Park
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Hotel: Coolangatta Estate
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Illawarra Fly Treetop Walk Experience
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4. Coffs Coast
Includes: Coffs Harbour, Grafton and Nambucca Heads
Perfect for: Beach holidaymakers
A perennial favourite for families, the Coffs Coast is nestled comfortably between ocean and mountain. It’s a piece of coastal paradise that showcases 90 kilometres of beaches, islands and reserves and more activities that you can shake a stick at.
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Resort: BreakFree Aanuka Beach Resort
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Holiday Park: Banana Coast Caravan Park
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Cottages: Ambiance Holiday Apartments
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Coffs Harbour All-Terrain Segway Tour
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Surf Rafting, Coffs Harbour
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5. North Coast
Includes: Port Macquarie, South West Rocks, North Haven, Diamond Beach and Forster
Perfect for: Adventurous types
Located in the mid-North Coast of NSW the Port Macquarie region is a water baby’s dream destination. Water activities include high speed boating, river cruises and kayaking while on land you can enjoy horse riding, coastal walks and camel safaris.
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Resort: Sandcastle Apartments
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Holiday Park: Riverlodge Tourist Village
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Motel: Mid Pacific Motel
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Horse Riding, One Hour Trail Ride with Tuition - Port Macquarie from Adrenalin
Suitable for all levels of experience, this one hour trail ride just outside Port Macquarie will introduce you to the sport. Let the professionals lead the way and for the adults, a free wine tasting is the reward you deserve at the end of the journey.
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6. Central Coast
Includes: Wyong, Terrigal, The Entrance, Avoca, Copacabana, Gosford, Bateau Bay
Perfect for: A beachside escape not far from Sydney
With its calm, shallow waters and historical coastal attractions, it’s little wonder that the Central Coast is part of practically every Sydney child’s holiday memories. Drive up and stay over at one of the many campervan parks available to make it a truly memorable holiday.
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Resort: Pullman Magenta Shores Resort
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Hotel: Mercure Kooindah Waters
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Holiday Park: Blue Lagoon Beach Resort
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Abseiling, 2-3hrs - Central Coast, Sydney
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Tree Top Crazy Rider 'Xtreme' 1km Flying Fox Expe...
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Quad Biking, 1.5 Hour Explorer - Sydney
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