A vibrant playground for unforgettable family moments
From sun-drenched beach days to hands-on creative play, the Bondi region is packed with family-friendly fun. Whether you’re travelling with toddlers or teens, there’s plenty to keep everyone entertained—and just as many ways to slow down and reconnect.
Beachside fun for all ages
Bondi, Bronte, and Tamarama beaches offer the perfect setting for families, with clean beaches, safe swimming spots and nearby cafés. At Bondi Beach, younger kids can splash in the shallow water, while older kids can enjoy catching the waves. The iconic Bondi Icebergs Club is great for swimming laps or splashing in the children’s pool, while North Bondi Children’s Pool is another top choice for families, with shallow waters perfect for little ones and beginner surfers. Bronte Baths and the Bogey Hole provide safe, enclosed areas for snorkelling and splashing, and Tamarama Beach has ample grassy picnic spots.
Playtime in the park
When it’s time to take a break from the beach, the Bondi region offers plenty of family-friendly parks for play, picnics and relaxation. Just steps from the beach, Bondi Beach Park features a boat-themed playground and nearby picnic areas. Waverley Park Playground is one of Sydney’s best kids’ playgrounds, with rocket ship-themed equipment that sparks young imaginations.
Tamarama Park and Bronte Park offer expansive grassy lawns, playgrounds and shaded barbecue facilities, perfect for a beachside family day out. Parents can grab coffee from nearby cafés while the kids play. Queens Park near Centennial Parklands has open fields, playgrounds and shaded picnic spots—ideal for a family game of soccer or cricket. Don’t miss Centennial Park’s Wild Play Garden, where kids can explore and engage in interactive nature play.
Fun-filled activities
The Bondi region buzzes with activities to entertain and engage kids of all ages. Older kids seeking adventure can take surf lessons at Let’s Go Surfing or test their skills at the popular Bondi Skate Park. For creative minds, the Bondi Pavilion offers regular hands-on workshops in pottery, arts, and crafts. A family stroll along the vibrant Bondi Beach Sea Wall reveals colourful street art, perfect for sparking inspiration and capturing memorable photo moments.
Rainy day fun
Bondi Junction has plenty to keep the family entertained on a rainy day. Catch a family-friendly movie at Event Cinemas Bondi Junction, dive into virtual reality adventures at FREAK with VR escape rooms and laser tag, or get creative at Kaboo Splatter Paint Studio, where the whole family can make colourful masterpieces.
Wildlife encounters and outdoor adventures
For curious explorers, the Bondi region offers plenty of ways to connect with nature. At Bronte’s Bogey Hole rockpools, kids can spot crabs, starfish and tiny fish—making it a favourite snorkelling spot for all ages. The iconic Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk is a scenic family outing, with panoramic ocean views, wildlife sightings and stops like Marks Park, ideal for whale watching from May to October.
For more nature-filled outings, take a short bushwalk at Dover Heights, or visit Bronte Gully—a peaceful pocket of native flora, wildlife and even a hidden waterfall. At Centennial Parklands, families can immerse themselves in nature with open fields to explore, shaded picnic spots, and opportunities to spot black swans, ducks, turtles and cockatoos.
Family-friendly dining
Dining out with kids is easy, with plenty of family-friendly options. Enjoy a relaxed dining experience with ocean views at Icebergs Bistro and North Bondi RSL Club. Speedos Café in North Bondi offer colourful dishes that appeal to both kids and adults. In Bronte, cafés like Bogey Hole Café and Locale Bronte provide a relaxed spot for breakfast or lunch near the beach. For a casual meal, grab a pizza at Vacanza Pizzeria and enjoy it by the sand.
At Westfield Bondi Junction, you’ll find a variety of kid-friendly eateries, perfect for a quick meal between activities. For a sweet treat, head to Gelato Messina in Bondi Beach or Anita Gelato in Bondi Junction.
Festivals and events for the whole family
Bondi offers year-round family-friendly festivals and events. In summer, Sunset Cinema Bondi at Bondi Pavilion screens family films under the stars. The Bondi Festival brightens winter with live performances, the Bondi Ice Skating Rink, and activities for kids. Pack your kite for the Festival of the Winds in September, where the sky is filled with colourful kites. Sculpture by the Sea transforms the coastline from Bondi to Tamarama into an outdoor gallery of large-scale art installations. In December, Carols by the Sea brings an evening of festive carol singing to Bondi Beach.
The Bondi region is the perfect place for families to make memories. With its beaches, scenic trails, creative workshops and lively festivals, Bondi offers something for everyone—whether you’re seeking adventure, relaxation or quality time together.