One of our fav spots in Canberra to take the kids has to be the Tim and Gina Fairfax Discovery Centre at the @nationalmuseumofaustralia.
It’s colourful, calm, clever and clean and inside you’ll find a fun mix of climbing, building, storytelling and dress-ups that keeps the kiddos happy for ages.
Even the walk through the Museum to get there is part of the adventure, with plenty for kids to spot along the way.
Mum tip: Sessions are timed and can book out quickly, so it’s worth planning ahead!
Sydney parents — this one’s a winner.
The dinosaur section at the Australian Museum was a huge hit with the kids.
✔️ Educational
✔️ Interactive
✔️ Great rainy day activity
📍 Australian Museum – Sydney CBD
🚆 Easy public transport - st James or museum stations
👶 Kid friendly
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Rainy Sydney weekends call for museums ☔️
👭Took my daughter to the Australian Museum and her favorite was the Minerals Gallery — sparkling crystals, meteorites, and a little natural science adventure together.
🌟The best part? It’s free and perfect for a slow family afternoon.
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A great day at the Australian Museum with# Yasya.
The dinosaur exhibition was amazing. Seeing these huge skeletons in real life was truly impressive, and we had a wonderful time together.
It’s free, so I highly recommend visiting if you are in Sydney. #AustralianMuseum #Sydney #FamilyTime #Dinosaurs SydneyWithKids MuseumDay
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4 days in Adelaide and we are making every second count! ⏳💨
We decided to fit the entire cultural precinct into one Saturday, hitting the Art Gallery and the Library before spending the afternoon at the South Australian Museum. 🏛️
From the massive whale skeletons to the fascinating Egyptian gallery and the new Palaeozoic fossils, this place is endless. It’s the perfect spot to get lost in history—even if our feet are starting to protest from all the walking! 🦴✨
Adelaide, you’ve kept us busy, but we’re loving every second of it. 🇦🇺🙌
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Stop scrolling! I found the ultimate Sydney “Mum Hack” for FREE activity in Sydney 🖼️
Most people think the @artgalleryofnsw is just for quiet “adult” art... but have you been to lower level 3 of the building? 🤫
It is home to the Ashley Dawson-Damer Children’s Art Library and it’s a total game changer:
✨ Incredible cubby house nooks for reading and relaxing
✨ For Babies: There’s a dedicated sensory play mat (perfect for a crawlers’ break!)
✨ The Price: $0! Completely FREE to enter
✨Light-filled architecturally designed space with reading towers and terraced seating for children primarily aged 0-12 to enjoy while exploring books
While the kids are busy in the creative nooks, we actually got to enjoy some world-class art. It’s the perfect “slow parenting” morning in the city. ☕️👣
SAVE this for your next Sydney adventure!
You won’t believe the giant playground hidden inside... Follow for Part 2! 😱
📍 Art Gallery of NSW
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Trip to Melbourne Museum with the fam #melbourne #museum #raybanmeta
Is it just mine, or are all kids obsessed with interactive museums?? 🙌🏽
Because my kids were in heaven… and honestly, so were we! Interactive exhibits, hands-on games, glowing light displays, and mazes that kept everyone entertained the whole time.
We parked for free at Broadway and walked over... so easy! It's also super close to Central Station if you want to take public transport. You could even make a full city outing of it and combine it with dinner at Spice Alley afterwards 🍜✨
The kids’ favourite? The maze challenge where they had to find all the hidden pictures to win a little prize 🎁 And of course the museum shop was a must-stop too.
They’ll be changing up some of the exhibits soon, so be sure to check it out while it’s fresh!
📍 Mind Games: Art Alive!
Short walk from Broadway Shopping Centre, Sydney NSW
🕒 Open everyday 9am-8pm
🎟 Tickets $32 each as part of the family bundle, kids 3 and under are free
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The $1 school holiday adventure!
Step 1:
Jump on the 50-cent train into the CBD.
Step 2:
Walk into Brisbane City Hall.
Step 3:
Explore the Museum of Brisbane’s Autumn Holiday program.
🎨Art workshops.
🧶Creative activities.
💭Curious little minds fully engaged.
And the best part?
Many of the activities are free or cheap as chips.
🎩Book a spot before you go for the Clock Tower Tour, you can climb to the top for amazing views across the CBD!
Proof you don’t need a big budget to create memorable school holiday moments.
We’ve rounded up what’s happening here 👇
https://sparkpop.au/museum-of-brisbanes-autumn-holidays
Save this for your Brisbane city day.
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First time visiting Melbourne Museum with the tribe. I am just amazed that this place is free for kids and educators. We are always thankful for this city that encourages learning, sports and nature for the children. We can definitely spend a whole day next time and tick all of our subject areas. 😎 #homeschoolinaustralia #javiershomeschool #homeschooltribeau #thingstoseemelbourne #melbournekids