Best ideas for the Spring School Holidays

Spring school holiday ideas
Spring school holiday ideas

The sun is shining and it's time to get the kids up and out of the house. While there may be some days that require indoor activities, it's a great time to make sunny memories, keep the family entertained, and hopefully find some peace and quiet in amongst the chaos.

With the spring holidays in sight, take a minute to check out the amazing benefits and discounts your My NRMA membership offers.

Here’s our list of the top things to do this school holidays across Australia.

As an NRMA member you can save on your trip interstate. Ensure your route is safe before driving to any destinations and your NRMA roadside assistance is up to date before any road trip.

NSW

Sydney Spring School Holiday Activities

Luna Park

Luna park 

Luna Park Sydney is Sydney’s most historic and iconic amusement park, located in the heart of Sydney Harbour. Established in 1935, Luna Park Sydney is not short of beautiful views, with classic and modern rides for the whole family to enjoy.

Four new family rides accommodate both mum and dad, so the kids don't have to ride alone. The Big Dipper, The Sledgehammer, and the Boomerang are three new thrill rides, which are sure to bring the fun to new heights. 

SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

Enjoy an aquatic themed day out with single entry tickets to SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium. You're in for a great family outing at Sydney Aquarium; featuring an abundance of unique marine animals showcased in multiple stunning exhibits.

Witness sharks, stingrays, dugongs, even Australia's own duck-billed platypus for a great day out. The Penguin Expedition Boat Ride is a one-of-a-kind experience where you can ride through the King and Gentoo Penguin colonies and see these amazing birds up close. It’s free with your general admission ticket to SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, so you can enjoy this unique encounter at no extra cost!

NSW North Coast Spring School Holiday Activities

Sandboarding in Port Stephens

Sand dunes 

Sandboarding in Port Stephens is a must do for your bucket list. The thrill of sliding down the spectacular Stockton Sand Dunes is so much fun! You will board custom-built off-road vehicles for the short, bouncy ride into the largest moving sand mass in the southern hemisphere. The dunes stretch 32 kilometres, that’s the entire length of Stockton Beach and can reach over 40-50 metres high, that’s like a 10 storey building. The views alone are spectacular.

Once in the dunes, the team will give you a rundown on sandboarding and how to use our hand made custom designed boards for maximum speed (and safety!) Then you are off. Climb to the top of the dunes, jump on your sandboard, slide on down, then repeat!  Instructors are always on hand to help and answer any questions about sandboarding Port Stephens or the dunes and to make sure you have maximum fun.

Regional NSW Spring School Holiday activities

Taronga Western Plains Zoo in Dubbo

taronga western plains zoo

Take the family on a trip they won't forget to the award-winning Taronga Western Plains Zoo where My NRMA members save on general admission tickets.

Enjoy seeing the magnificent wildlife with different ways to get around the zoo either by car, cart or our favourite - by bike.

With over 700 animals, it's sure to be a fun day out with something for everyone to see.

ACT

Canberra Spring School Holiday Activities

National Dinosaur Museum

national dinosaur museum

Let’s be honest, everyone is fascinated by dinosaurs. So these holidays in the ACT, why not take the family to explore Australia’s largest permanent display of dinosaur fossils.

Live out your Jurassic fantasies with animatronic dinosaurs that move, roar, blink and breathe including a 20 metre long T-Rex!

Family tickets are available for $55, covering 2 adults and 2 children or 1 adult and 3 children. Additionally, general admission is free for children under 4 years old, while tickets for children aged 4 to 16 are just $12, making it an affordable and enjoyable day out for the whole family.

Brisbane Spring School Holiday Activities

Lone Pine Sanctuary

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

Take a majestic cruise along Brisbane River on the way to visiting Lone Pine Sanctuary nestled among the river bends just south of the Queensland capital.

Lone Pine Sanctuary is one of the top places to cuddle a koala and My NRMA members can get 15% off the cruise and entry combo.

This is a perfect day for visitors to see some of Brisbane – and Australia’s - highlights, and equally as perfect for locals who want a chance to re-explore their home city and native fauna.

Gold Coast Spring School Holiday Activities

Dreamworld

Dreamworld

Dreamworld Gold Coast is Australia’s largest theme park filled with thrill rides, family-friendly attractions and wildlife presentations the whole family can enjoy. Experience more than 40 rides and slides, get up close and personal with the Australian wildlife and meet some of your favourite Dreamworks heroes.

Combine your pass with other attractions and over multiple days to get the most out of this fantastic discount. The whole family will love the rides, animals, sights and more! You'll be putting happy kids to bed peacefully each night.

VIC

Melbourne Spring School Holiday Activities

Legoland and SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium

legoland discovery centre

Explore the wonders of SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium and get hands-on at the top-rated LEGOLAND Discovery Centre.

This all-in-one package offers access to Melbourne's top attractions at a discounted price. With a variety of activities suitable for all ages, you will be guaranteed endless fun and entertainment for the whole family.

Puffing Billy steam train rides

Puffing Billy

Share in a piece of Victoria’s history with an iconic railway journey through the Dandenong Ranges on the Puffing Billy steam train. The scenic journey will take you through the tranquil rainforest, fern gullies and towering Mountain Ash trees along a 24 km track from Belgrave to Gembrook and back.

Feel the wind in your hair as you cruise through the ranges on the open carriage railway while you take in the sights and listen to commentary about the local region. This is an experience for the children, parents, grandparents and railway enthusiasts who will all love taking a ride through Victoria’s history.

Fancy a shorter trip? Why not jump off half way at Lakeside and explore the area. Or meet the train at Lakeside to travel the last leg of the journey to Gembrook!

SA

Adelaide Spring School Holiday Activities

Adelaide Tree Climb Course

Adelaide tree climb

TreeClimb Adelaide is an outdoor adventure in the heart of the city. As the only aerial adventure park in Adelaide, the whole family can be climbing through the treetops together on either the Children's course or the Grand Course 7 days a week.

Highly trained staff and crew will guide you or your children through the obstacles spread out over the course. Starting with the easy yellow course, children can move onto the more challenging course as their confidence grows. The Grand course also comes with 52 obstacles across 5 difficulty levels.

 

NT

Darwin Spring School Holiday Activities

Crocosaurus Cove

crocosaurus darwin cove

Calling all adventurous families! Dive into an extraordinary experience at Crocosaurus Cove in Darwin, with great discounts available for My NRMA members.

Get ready for an up-close encounter with the fearsome saltwater crocodiles, as you explore the interactive exhibits and thrilling attractions.

Feel your heart race as you hold a baby crocodile, or for the brave ones, go face-to-face with these magnificent predators in the "Cage of Death" – a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to swim alongside massive crocs!

 

WA

Perth Spring School Holiday Activities

Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq

Archie Bros

Bring your whole family for an absolutely electrifying day out at Archie Brothers Karrinyup.

There's things for young and old at this reimagining of the classic arcade. Test out your luck and score some great prizes to take home and keep the fun going. Or run the kids (and yourself) ragged around the arcade activities – dodgems, bowling and more!

Perfect for a wet weather day or when you just need to have everything taken care of for you. Archie Brothers also offers an entire menu (including some cheeky adults only drinks to get you through the day).

My NRMA members save on prepaid game cards and bowling.

TAS

Hobart Spring School Holiday Activities

Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary

bonorong wildlife sanctuary

Create lasting memories with your family this summer school holiday by visiting the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary in Hobart, and save on entry using your My NRMA membership.

Get up close and personal with Australia's unique wildlife, including adorable kangaroos, cuddly koalas, and curious wombats.

Be introduced to the famous Tasmanian devil while skilled wildlife keepers provide fascinating insights into their behaviour and the conservation efforts being undertaken to keep these Aussie icons thriving.

You can even take in the nocturnal; life during an exclusive night tour!

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