New South Wales Theme Parks and Attractions

The Sydney Opera House is one of the world's most creative and busiest arts centres, featuring world-leading performances and events. Experience the Sydney Opera House's attractions by enjoying a show, taking a behind-the-scenes tour or sipping a cocktail at the Opera Bar as the sun sets over the beautiful harbour.

Experience fresh mountain air as you rise above Sydney and enter the spectacular Blue Mountains region. The Blue Mountains is perfect for exploring the best that NSW has to offer. The Three Sisters at Echo Point, bushwalking, galleries, dining, shopping, day spas, golf, and numerous attractions. The Blue Mountains is the ideal destination for that romantic getaway or family escape.

Spanning Sydney Harbour peaking at a height of 134 metres, the Sydney Harbour Bridge is a spectacular feat of engineering and an enduring icon famous the world over. The Sydney Harbour Bridge is the world's tallest steel arch bridge, connecting the northern suburbs of Sydney with the city centre. There are many ways to experience this iconic landmark, including a professionally organised "climb". Learn about the fascinating history of the bridge and its place in the city as you make the exhilarating climb to the top. The open vista provides an unforgettable experience, and the scope of the view is spectacular.

Luna Park is Sydney's premier amusement park featuring fun and games for the entire family. Located at Milsons Point on the north side of Sydney Harbour bridge the park has an amazing outlook over Sydney Harbour. Entry to Luna Park is free so you only need to pay for the exciting rides, carnival games, drinks and food.

Bondi Beach is one of Australia's most famous beaches and well-known worldwide. Each year tens of thousands of people take to the golden sands of this wide, one-kilometre long city beach expanse to walk, jog, or just soak up the sun. Being only 10 kilometres from the city centre, Bondi Beach is one of Sydney's busiest beaches. There's a host of events held here all year round from community art shows to city to surf running marathons.

Taronga Zoo is Australia's leading zoological park, featuring a comprehensive collection of both native and exotic species - all located on elevated land along the harbourside in one of the most beautiful vantage points on Sydney Harbour overlooking Sydney Cove, the Harbour Bridge and the Opera House. With over 4,000 animals to see, over 20 keeper talks and shows a day, tours, events & concerts, there's always a new reason to visit Taronga Zoo.

With over 40 slides and attractions including a whole zone dedicated to little water adventurers and adrenalin pumping action on some the tallest and fastest water rides in the world, Wet'n'Wild Sydney is so much more than a water park. Whether you're spending summer with your friends or your family, there'll be heaps of exciting attractions for everyone to enjoy at your newest water theme park. Wet'n'Wild Sydney, the only place to be seen this summer!

The Manly SEA LIFE Sanctuary offers the opportunity to come face to face with cute Little Penguins, sharks, sea turtles , giant rays, venomous fish, slippery cephalopods and aquatic reptiles! The Sanctuary has a walkthrough tunnel to marvel at the marine life above, an interactive rock pool to feel different types of animals and most famously, the Shark Dive Xtreme, where you can immerse yourself in the marine habitat and swim with resident grey nurse sharks!

Come and experience the iconic Australian bush like never before. Get up-close and personal with native Australian wildlife and magnificent Gum trees, as you climb, weave and fly through the tree tops on self-guided rope courses. Flex your adventurous spirit and test yourself mentally and physically with over 100 elevated obstacles with rope ladders, wobbly bridges, tunnels, cargo-nets and zip lines. TreeTop Adventure Park is in four unique locations in New South Wales: Central Coast, Newcastle, Sydney and Western Sydney.

The magical, must-see destination in the World Heritage Blue Mountains. The Jenolan Caves are the largest, most spectacular and most famous caves in Australia. Explore the world's oldest caves - one of the most outstanding cave systems in the world. You are never too young or old to experience the amazing - award-winning tours, adventure caving, scenic bush walks and Australian Aboriginal culture. Glimpse Australian birds and animals in the wild, including kangaroos and platypus.

Scenic World is renowned for providing the ultimate Blue Mountains Adventure - from native birds and fresh air, to breathtaking views of the World Heritage-listed region including the Three Sisters, Katoomba Falls & Jamison Valley. The whole family can enjoy thrilling adventures on the Scenic Railway, Scenic Walkway, Scenic Cableway and Scenic Skyway!

Wild Life Sydney Zoo features interactive displays, inspiring and entertaining daily shows, captivating daily feeding sessions, guided tours and enhanced walk-through habitats including Koala Encounters, Kangaroo Walk-About, and Butterfly Tropics. Wild Life Sydney Zoo is Australia's most unique and best wildlife park and it's conveniently located right in the heart of Sydney on Darling Harbour.

Dolphin Marine Magic is the only zoological park in NSW exhibiting dolphins. The park is home to bottlenose dolphins, little penguins, sea lions and Plugga, the green sea turtle. Various opportunities are available for close encounters with dolphins and seals. Two daily Marine Discovery Presentations involve both dolphins and seals in marvellous performances together. There are also small group encounters such as the Ultimate Dolphin Experience, where you spend 20 minutes in the water with a playful dolphin.

Spending some time in The Rocks is a must-do Sydney experience - locals have been enjoying it for thousands of years. As the traditional home of the Gadigal, and the place of first European settlement in Australia, The Rocks has plenty of secrets to share. The best thing is you don't have to go far to find them. You can see them in the rock face that gave the area its name, the roughly-laid cobblestone laneways, the solid wooden beams in the warehouses, and the crushed cockle shells that make up the mortar between huge, hand-carved sandstone bricks. Home to The Rocks Discovery Museum, Cadman's Cottage, Sydney Learning Adventures, Susannah Place Museum and the award-winning Big Dig Archaeology and Education Centre, there's also plenty of places where you can literally touch the local history as well. From a picnic lunch under the Harbour Bridge or an alfresco dinner under the stars, to shopping at the markets and The Rocks unique retailers and taking time out in a gallery or museum, The Rocks is the perfect place to escape the everyday, every day.

Crowned by the sublime peak of Mt Kosciuszko, the country's highest mountain, Kosciuszko is a majestic national park covering almost 700,000 hectares. It is the State's largest national park and Australia's most extensive alpine region. For adventurers, Kosciuszko National Park in the Snowy Mountains offers plenty to see and do throughout the year. During summer, take your pick of kayaking, mountain biking, camping, bushwalking, fishing, rafting, caving, horseriding or spotting endangered species, such as the mountain pygmy possum. In winter, holidaying at Kosciuszko National Park is all about the snow. Make the most of your holiday by skiing and snowboarding at Thredbo, Perisher Valley, Guthega, Charlotte Pass and Mount Selwyn. A number of excellent drives and trails are accessible to explore the surrounding beauty of the area. At the northern end of the park in Kosciuszko, you'll also find the Yarrangobilly Caves, five limestone caves that are approximately 440 million years old. The best way to experience the spectacular views from the top of Mt Kosciuszko is by chairlift. The Kosciuszko Express Chairlift is open 365 days a year and takes you on an amazing 15-minute scenic ride

Australian Reptile Park is a hands-on zoo located in a natural bush setting on the Central Coast of NSW, home to exotic reptiles from around the world and a wide variety of Australian native animals. Enjoy live entertaining shows, themed exhibits and behind the scenes tours. Learn about conservation work undertaken by keepers including the Tasmanian devil breeding program at Devil Ark, and our lifesaving snake and spider venom collection work. Only 60 minutes from Sydney or Newcastle, Australian Reptile Park is a centrepiece attraction of the greater Central Coast, Hunter Valley and Port Stephens regions.

Only a short ferry ride from Sydney's city centre is Cockatoo Island, Sydney Harbour's largest island and one of Australia's most fascinating historical sites. Take an audio tour or self-guided journey and explore the island's convict prison cells and shipbuilding history. Stop for refreshments and take in the sweeping harbour views from the Overboard cafe and the Cockatoo Island Marine Centre. Cockatoo Island is the only Sydney Harbour island where you can stay overnight. Take a short break in one of the luxury houses or apartments or camp overnight on the harbour's edge.

Shoalhaven Zoo is the largest zoo on the New South Wales South Coast, bringing together over 100 species of native and exotic mammals, birds, and reptiles. Set in 16 acres of native bushland and resting on the banks of the beautiful Shoalhaven River, it is the perfect activity for families and groups visiting the area. With an array of native Australian animals for guests to marvel at along with exotic animals such as monkeys and iguanas you will be kept busy wondering the scenic zoo and viewing the animals antics.

Kiama's famous Blowhole is the largest in the world! This landmark has attracted people to the region for over 100 years, and was first sighted by George Bass when he anchored his whale boat in the sheltered bay, now known as Kiama harbour, in December 1797. It is estimated that 900,000 people visit the Blowhole per year to view the spectacular plumes of water that can be seen when the seas are running from the south east. Only a short distance from the town centre and railway station, the Kiama blowhole has picnic areas and rock pool nearby.

The Big Banana Fun Park is the BIGGEST and BEST Fun Park on the Northern NSW coast. It's a full day of family fun for the entire family set amongst the bananas, overlooking the amazing Coffs Harbour Coastline. Now boasting 6 fantastic attractions including a 600m toboggan track, State of the art Laser Tag arena, Brand new Water Park including 4 heart stopping thrill slides and kids aqua play area, Magnificently sculpted 36 hole Mini Golf course, Theatre and Plantation tour, Ice Skating rink, Gift shop, Cafe, Candy Kitchen, Cheesemaking Workshop and Opal Centre.

Taronga Western Plains Zoo is located in Dubbo, in central west New South Wales. The Zoo is home to hundreds of animals from around the world and consists of free access Visitor Plaza and a 6km circuit that meanders through natural bushland and around large open style exhibits. With over 300 hectares of wild and wonderful bushland and over 500 animals, Taronga Western Plains Zoo offers a safari adventure right in the heart of NSW. Find yourself surrounded by magnificent wildlife on wide open plains.

Merimbula's Magic Mountain is a great way to spend a day. You'll find a range of activities including grand-prix racing cars, toboggan, water slides, roller coaster, carpet slide, jumping castle, mini golf, Tree Climb Challenge, a high ropes adventure course for all of the bigger kids and more. Magic Mountain offers birthday, Christmas and corporate parties, and holds fantastic events throughout the year. The park boasts a fantastic performance stage for concerts, set amongst the tranquil bushlands of the far South Coast. Picnic and barbecue facilities are available for use and snacks are available from the Kiosk and Tram Takeaway Food Bar.

Located just 10 minutes' drive from the beautiful township of Kiama, NSW's favourite water theme park is the ultimate destination for family fun in the region. Open between September and April each season Jamberoo Action Park offers a full day of thrills, adventure and excitement guaranteed to get your heart racing as you enjoy some world class high thrill water rides and attractions. When all the fun gets too much Jamberoo Action Park's many eateries can provide just the energy kick needed to keep the action going. For those who prefer to bring their own lunch, various picnic areas and coin operated BBQ's are available around the Park.

Penrith Whitewater Stadium was the competition venue for the canoe/kayak slalom events during the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games. Located at the foot of the world heritage listed Blue Mountains, about an hour west of Sydney, it is the only man-made river of its kind in the southern hemisphere. The whitewater course has been constructed using a combination of both natural and man-made materials to recreate the characteristics of a wild river. 14,000 litres per second of raging whitewater flowing over a moveable obstacle system has proven to be a challenging and exciting ride even for the best paddlers in the world. So if you are looking for some extreme fun, then look no further. Let our friendly staff give you an adventure you'll never forget!

Lightning Ridge is the home of the spectacular black opal, the rarest form of Australia's magnificent national gemstone. A charismatic opal town on the edge of the NSW outback, is the world's main source of the most desirable of opals. Fossick for your own treasure on lands that 100 million years ago were inhabited by dinosaurs and ancient forests, a stone's throw from the discovery one of the world's most large and valuable uncut black opals. Experience outback skies, birds, animals, landscapes and hospitality in a place famous for its friendly inhabitants.

Tropical Fruit World is a successful tourist attraction and commercial farming operation distributing quality tropical fruit produce to interstate markets across the country. Avocados, sapotes, annonas, bananas carambola and pitaya are among these crops. Take a fresh look at fun! Discover more than 500 varieties of weird and wonderful exotic fruits. Enjoy guided tours, rides, fruit tasting and fauna park. Delicious food and great shopping, too.

Lord Howe Island is Just Paradise. Immerse yourself in the spectacular surroundings and experience some of the world's best day hikes, snorkelling on the coral reef, hand-feeding fish on Ned's Beach and much more. This multi award winning, World Heritage-listed paradise is less than a 2 hour flight from Sydney or Brisbane and now is the perfect time to visit.

Offering endless layers of History and culture, a myriad of sights and activities, culinary delights with food bursting with flavour, friendly local people and a sub-tropical climate, Norfolk Island is the perfect holiday choice for visitors of all ages.

Walk in the treetops of a beautiful rainforest near Sydney, and enjoy the spectacular views of the canopy and Pacific Ocean. With Illawarra Fly Treetop Adventures, you can even fly on Australia’s highest zip-line. The Treetop Walk includes a ground trail through the rainforest. On the Illawarra Fly Zipline Tour, you’ll soar through the air using a series of steel cables and navigate suspension bridges up to 35 metres above ground. You’ll have the opportunity to see native animals such as wombats, echidnas and sugar gliders, and hear local birdlife..