Lake Parramatta Reserve, a beautiful oasis in Western Sydney
With 75 hectares of bushland to discover, Lake Parramatta Reserve is an easy destination for families who like to enjoy nature without having to leave the city. Lake Parramatta is…
Sydney Best Swimming Pools
Find the best swimming pools in Sydney, described in detail here. Find out all you need to know when planning a visit to a new Sydney pool with the family.
Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre in Ultimo
Five went mad at the Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre! I hadn’t taken all the children there before and was interested to see what the older boys would think. I…
MacCallum Pool, Cremorne Point: Sydney Harbour Pools
MacCallum Pool, you are a true Sydney hidden gem…. but easy to get to both for Sydneysiders and for visitors to our Harbour City. The views over Sydney Harbour…
Malabar Beach, rock pool and playground, a must visit for young families
Malabar Beach with its rock baths and terrific playground makes a wonderful place for Sydney families to explore. Malabar Beach is a very popular spot with residents that have young…
Lane Cove Aquatic Centre – Our Family Review
Lane Cove Aquatic Centre is absolutely one of my family’s favourite swimming spots, winter and summer, rain and shine. We’ve been regular visitors since we came to Sydney almost 20 years…
Cook + Phillip Park Aquatic Centre in Central Sydney
Cook and Phillip Pool is a family favourite in the middle of Sydney and there are HEAPS of reasons why! This is a great spot for babies, toddlers and preschoolers,…
Botany Aquatic Centre
Botany Aquatic Centre is a firm family favourite. The sad thing is that the gigantic water slides are no longer there, although we believe there are plans for renovations and,…
Riverstone Swimming Centre: Info + Pix
Riverstone Swimming Centre Riverstone Swimming Centre is a terrific pool to visit with kids. The venue offers a variety of facilities for families to enjoy. Best of all, it never…
Andrew (Boy) Charlton Swimming Pool at The Domain
Andrew ‘Boy’ Charlton Swimming Pool is a very special Sydney swimming pool, with the most stunning views over Woolloomooloo Bay, the navy ships at Garden Island and Sydney Harbour, plus…
Greenwich Baths on Sydney Harbour: Everything You Need To Know To Plan A Visit
Some years ago, a friend of mine recommended against visiting Greenwich Baths, saying it was too crowded. But when Seana suggested we visit to write a post, I decided to…
Sydney’s Best Water Slides – For Kids and Their Families (Updated)
All of my wild children love a speedy water slide. And in fact, I don’t mind one myself. No need to look too far for Sydney water slides, there are…
Ku-ring-gai Fitness and Aquatic Centre (formerly West Pymble Pool).
Hooray for a gorgeous outdoor pool with lots of grass to run around on, plus indoor pools to splash and play! Ku-ring-gai Leisure and Aquatic Centre is set in the…
Northbridge Baths – Sydney Harbour Pools
How much fun has my family had at Northbridge Baths over the years??? It’s a great little spot, much loved by local families and it was a home away from…
Ryde Aquatic Leisure Centre: Family Review With Lots of Photos
Hooray for Ryde Aquatic Centre, this is a fantastic swimming pool for families and one our family has visited on hot sunny days, on wet days and on many days in…
North Sydney Olympic Pool – A Swim + Splash With A View
Oh, I do love North Sydney Pool, and my love has been true for almost 25 years. I used to live at Milson’s Point and would have a swim here…
The Best Swimming Pools in Sydney For Families
There are literally hundreds of Sydney swimming pools, many of them super special places to swim and play. If you’ve got busy kids then you’ll know that splashing and swimming…
Willoughby Leisure Centre
Ah, what fun myself, my husband and our four kids have had at Willoughby Leisure Centre. It used to be one of our top spots for wearing our very active…
Bondi Icebergs Club: Swimming at Bondi’s Iconic Ocean Pools
Bondi Icebergs Club Yes, it’s an icon, and 100% a must-visit venue for those who love swimming with a wide, beautiful view. Beautiful people to the right and their beautiful…
Aquatopia at Prairiewood Leisure Centre: An Affordable Water Park In The West
Aquatopia Water Park, at Prairiewood Leisure Centre, is an affordable water park with plenty of attractions and facilities that are suitable for all ages. When I was a child, going…
The Des Renford Leisure Centre, Maroubra
Des Renford Leisure Centre Cnr Robey Street and Jersey Road Maroubra 2035 Phone: 02 9093 6300 Des Renford website Open: Monday –Thursday 6am–9pm; Friday 6am–8pm; Saturday–Sunday 7am–6pm. Indoor pools open…