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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.

Cbd

City Botanic Gardens Playground

Brisbane city's enchanted playground can be found in the city’s oldest park – the City Botanic Gardens

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Babysitters in Brisbane - KIDDO App

Kiddo App is the new and effective way to find a good babysitter near you at the click of a button

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Dreamworld

Dreamworld is all about making new memories, and these holidays, memories are made of endless thrills

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The Gap

Walkabout Creek Cafe

The Gap's Walkabout Creek Cafe, located at the gateway to D'Aguilar National Park, has a weekend lunch menu that hits the spot

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QUT Gardens Point

The Cube

The Cube, a must visit for young science fans, is one of the world’s largest digital interactive learning & display spaces

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Mt Gravatt

Hibiscus Swimming Pool

A favourite southside haunt on a hot day is Hibiscus swimming pool located in the Hibiscus Sports Complex at Upper Mt Gravatt.

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Griffith University Aquatic Centre

Griffith University Aquatic Centre is one of the southside's best kept secrets. Located in beautiful bush surrounds at Mt Gravatt Campus, this peaceful public pool appeals to all ages – not just uni students.

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Lutwyche

Espresso House Windsor

Venture into the hilly Federation cottage lined streets of Windsor and in the midst of it all you’ll stumble across a cute old colonial shop

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Lytton

Fort Lytton

On a grassy outpost in the industrial reaches of Lytton lies Fort Lytton, the heritage listed remains of Australia's only surviving moated 19th century fortress.

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North Ipswich

The Workshops Rail Museum

Whether you have the slightest interest in things that run on tracks or not, this national treasure of a museum is must-visit.

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Gold Coast

Palm Beach Parklands

This tucked away expanse of parkland on the cusp of Currumbin Creek is like the Gold Coast's very own pirate cove.

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Ipswich

Ipswich Nature Centre

This fabulous wildlife nature centre is possibly Ipswich city's best-kept secret

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Brighton

Decker Park

Decker Park is one of those rare all-in-one parks that suits just about everyone

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Wynnum

George Clayton Park

This splendid park/playground sits on the cusp of Manly and at the junction of Upper & Lower Esplanades

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Holland Park

Glindemann Park

On two sides of a small gully, Glindemann Park is a long ribbon of green that incorporates 3 mini play areas

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Tennyson

Ken Fletcher Park

Tennyson's state of the art riverfront park, named after local tennis great Ken Fletcher, is a drawcard for all ages.

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