School Holiday Special

Scenic view of kayakers on Yarra River against Melbourne's modern skyline under a bright sky.
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Experience a stunning view of the Sydney Opera House from a yacht on a sunny day.
Colorful kites soar over Semaphore Beach festival in South Australia, showcasing art and summer fun.

10 Things To Do These School Holidays — Every City, Under $50

Real activities, real prices, no guesswork, handpicked for Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, and Perth.

Whether you’re stuck for ideas on day three of the holidays or planning the whole fortnight, here are ten kid-approved activities in every major capital — all priced under $50 per child. Prices are a guide only and move with the seasons, so always check the live price before you book. Some links on this page are affiliate links — if you book through them, TripCove may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

Sydney /NSW

A giraffe at Taronga Zoo with the Sydney Opera House in the background, contrasting wildlife and urban life.
Vibrant neon-lit sea anemone in a dark underwater setting, showcasing stunning tentacles.
  • WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo
  • SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
  • Sydney Zoo (Western Sydney)
  • Taronga Zoo + Ferry
  • Luna Park Sydney
  • Harbour Hop-On Hop-Off Cruise
  • Manly Snorkelling Experience
  • Madame Tussauds Sydney
  • Sydney Tower Eye + Skytour 4D
  • Maritime Museum “Big Ticket”
Book Sydney Activities

Melbourne/Victoria

Vibrant skyline view of Melbourne, Australia with Yarra River in the foreground.
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Colorful kites soar over Semaphore Beach festival in South Australia, showcasing art and summer fun.
  • Melbourne Zoo
  • SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium
  • Eureka Skydeck
  • Legoland Discovery Centre
  • Scienceworks
  • Melbourne Museum
  • Puffing Billy Steam Railway
  • Healesville Sanctuary
  • Melbourne Star Observation Wheel
  • Luna Park Melbourne
Book Melbourne Activities

Adelaide/SA

Tenterfield travel guide – granite boulders and rolling hills
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A scenic street in Adelaide with blooming jacaranda trees lining the road. Perfect for travel and nature themes.
A woman playing golf at Royal Queensland Golf Club with a bridge in the background. Perfect for sports and leisure themes.
  • Adelaide Zoo
  • Cleland Wildlife Park
  • National Railway Museum
  • Investigator Science & Tech Centre
  • Bay Discovery Centre, Glenelg
  • Adelaide Central Market Tour
  • Popeye River Torrens Cruise
  • Magic Mountain, Glenelg
  • Glenelg Beach & Tram
  • Monarto Safari Park
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Perth/WA

A family enjoys a camel ride by the beach, capturing the moment on a sunny day.
Sunlit view of Cottesloe Beach with the iconic Indiana Tea House and people enjoying the summer day.
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  • Caversham Wildlife Park
  • AQWA — Aquarium of WA
  • Penguin Island Ferry
  • Scitech
  • Fremantle Prison Tour
  • Hillarys Boat Harbour
  • Kings Park & Botanic Garden
  • Perth Mint
  • WA Maritime Museum, Fremantle
  • Araluen Botanic Park
Book Perth Activities

Brisbane/QLD

Young man leaps over colorful blocks with Brisbane Ferris Wheel in the background.
A woman playing golf at Royal Queensland Golf Club with a bridge in the background. Perfect for sports and leisure themes.
Child playing on a colorful climbing structure in a playground.
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  • Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
  • Wheel of Brisbane
  • Queensland Museum SparkLab
  • Sunset City Lights River Cruise
  • North Stradbroke Island Ferry
  • Trevena Glen Farm
  • Streets Beach & GOMA Children’s Art Centre
  • Daisy Hill Koala Centre
  • Mt Coot-tha + Planetarium
  • Australia Zoo Day Trip
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