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Big4 Gold Coast Holiday Park

This family and pooch-friendly holiday park is like staying in a fun-filled adventure park

Brisbane is recognised as one of Australia's child-friendliest cities: from it's offerings in the arts (see our What's On For Kids in Brisbane section) to the abundance of open air spaces, fun kids parks and free outdoor activities and the year round climate to enjoy them.

Along with a spate of indoor options, including the brilliant free children's art centre at GOMA, the performing arts also get a look in with regular children's theatre, concerts and festival programs.

Eating out with young ones needn't be formulaic, with a decent helping of cafes and restaurants catering for families.

Plus, specialist shops for growing needs can help make the shopping experience memorable for the right reasons.

And, Brisbane is a top spot when it comes to kids birthday party venues and ideas to make their special day a memorable one.

We've got everything covered for kids in Brisbane in this section.

Best Day Trips With Kids

Day tripping around Brisbane is not just for grown-ups to enjoy, with plenty of great day trips that are perfect for kids.

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Yatala

Major Dirtbox

Major Dirtbox is an Australian first – a unique fantasy playground for grown-ups (and teens) where they get to operate heavy duty machinery on a construction site

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Tarragindi

Bne Baracca

Bne Baracca (formerly Bruno's) is a charming cafe in Tarragindi taking up residence in an old corner store

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Bowen Hills

Il Verde

Il Verde is a little slice of Italy nestled along King Street dining precinct, dishing up authentic Italian fare

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Mt Gravatt Lookout

Lovewell Cafe

Lovewell Cafe is a café with a purpose, partnered with the Lovewell Foundation (changing the world one woman at a time)

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Newport

Newport Waterside Park

Newport Waterside Park is a super state of the art sand-based playground on the Newport waterfront, that comes with its own al fresco shipping container café

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South Ripley

Splash'n'play Water Park

Splash’n’Play is a state of the art water park and adventure playground overlooked by the family-friendly foodie eatery Forty West

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Annerley

Snag & Brown

Annerley adds another notch to its foodie belt with hidden gem Snag and Brown Café, a foodie destination that is also child and dog friendly

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Brookfield

Brookfield General Store

This quintessential country store and cafe in Brisbane's west serves up warm hospitality, great coffee and hearty meals - all in a picturesque rural setting

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