Stop 1: Sydney
Sydney, Australia's largest city with rich history, one of the must-visit destinations for first visitors. Everyone who has visited Sydney, without exception, marvels at its beauty, which is not the beauty of the metropolis, but a kind of beauty that is comfortable, pleasant and easy living.
【The Sydney Opera House】
This building, which looks like both a sail and a seashell, is the Australian icon--the Sydney Opera House. They say it was not actually inspired by a seashell, but by the peeled of an orange. The best place to admire and have your picture taken with the Sydney Opera House is at Lady Macquarie's Corner at the northern end of the Royal Botanic Gardens. The Opera House is often home to musicals for children. When night falls, the brilliant light show can be seen at Opera House's facades. Sitting on the long staircase outside the theatre, with the sea breeze blowing in, it's a great way to enjoy the view of Sydney Bay.
【Taronga Zoo Sydney】
Taronga Zoo is ideally located on the hills of Sydney's North Shore, with views across the giraffe zone, Sydney Harbour, the Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge are all in sight. After seeing the Sydney Opera House, you can take a direct boat trip from Circular Quay deck next to the Opera House to the zoo. it should be the fastest and easiest way to get there in only about 15 minutes .
Taronga Zoo emphasizes the closeness of man to nature. Built on a hillside, the zoo offers the chance to see seals, tigers, monkeys and echidnas, in addition to the most popular koalas, kangaroos and platypus! More than 4,000 animals. In addition to having a close encounter with the animals, the children can also enjoy a wide range of animal performances.
【Australian Museum】
Australian Museum is located near Hyde Park, Sydney.it is recognised as one of the top ten pavilions in the world, and Australia's largest natural exhibition centre, History Museum. The collection is extremely rich and many of the items are unique.
Children will learn about the unique flora, fauna of Pacific and native cultures of Australia.
【Recommended Brunch Restaurants in Sydney】
In Australia, brunch is considered a popular lifestyle, and restaurants who serves brunch usually offer delicious desserts, so it's a good idea to wake up and find a brunch shop to experience the Australian specialties!
The Grounds of Alexandria is based on a converted old factory building. It doesn't have a stunning view of the sea, but its idyllic market style attracts visitors and foodies alike. There are a number of brunch restaurants here, each with its own semi-open space and potted plants blooming in the corners. Flowers of all colors, adorned everywhere with intricate decorations, fit seamlessly into the greenery of the garden, much like a real-life "Wizard of Oz" scene. A dreamy fairytale feel.
The garden also has a mini farm with sheeps, pigs and ponies, perfect place for the kids.
at weekends, there is farmer's market in the garden, which sells a variety of handmade snacks and fresh vegetables and fruits.
Beside from Brunch, you can visit the famous seafood market in Sydney --Sydney fish market, where you can buy seafood and cook aside to taste the freshest on the spot .
Stop 2: Gold Coast
Traveling with children in Australia, you can't miss the various 'theme parks' on the Gold Coast. Whether it's the movie world, the fairytale fantasy dreamy world or the sea world, there are plenty of places to explore and all types of theme parks to suit your needs.
【Movie World】
One of the most popular theme parks on the Gold Coast, a must-visit for movie buffs and families alike, with 16 well-designed rides to suit every taste. all 6 different classic Hollywood movie theme shows daily brings you into the real move world . The perfect atmosphere and meticulous details are designed to make sure your movie dream come true!
5 experience you can't miss in Movie world
● Watch Hollywood stunt riders in action（11:00 & 13:50）
● "Superman Racer" gives you the superhuman thrill of accelerating to 100 km/h in less than 2 seconds!
● Meet and photograph with Batman;（13:00）
● Batman Speed Racer
● Parade of cartoon stars and superheroes（15:30）
【Dreamworld】
It's the most comprehensive theme park and the most diverse and themed theme park in Australia. The park includes the largest wildlife park in South East Australia: Kangaroo Koala Kingdom, Dream Farm, sheep shearing. Here, you can also hold koalas and take photos(* which is not possible in other state), and free face painting in the place of indigenous performances.
Dreamworld is a diverse and relaxing mix of excitement and suitable for all ages, from parents and children to the elderly and young at heart, there is always something for everyone!
【Surfers Paradise】
The Gold Coast beach has a long coastline and is blessed with perfect waves due to its geography. It has become a popular holiday destination for surfers. Surfers Paradise Beach is a popular destination for young people who want to fight the waves and make a name for themselves. It's also the best place to learn to surf, with a large number of surf schools and quality instructors. If you have teenage kids, this is the best place to stop for.
The Beach Bazaar is also a must-visit places here, even for the locals, who loves to come here for treasure hunting. There are hundreds of stalls selling a wide variety of exquisite handicrafts, local specialties, fashion, jewelry, art and more. But it is only available every Wednesdays and Fridays.
Stop 3: Melbourne
Melbourne has all kinds of Classic Victorian architecture, most vibrant graffiti streets, the tallest building in the southern hemisphere- Eureka Tower. From the 88th floor observation deck, you have the beautiful panoramic view of Melbourne. watching the sun set down with evening glow between the sky and city line, then the city lights up by illumination， it is a great way to feel the city. You can also experience the thrill of standing in a fully transparent glass room and being launched out of the building! The city is as much classic as it is modern
Melbourne is the only city allows hot air balloons to fly over the city in Australia.
Melbourne has the best coffee, with independent coffee shops lining the street corners, each of them has its reputations!
【Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne】
The Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne is the home of treasured part of cultural life. The gardens offer breathtaking views, tranquil lakes and a wide variety of plants.
The popular Ian Potter Foundation Children's Garden (The Ian Potter Foundation) is one of the most popular spots. it helps children explore the natural world with designed facilities： plant tunnels to crawl through, rocks to climb and bamboo groves to play hide and seek.
The Royal Botanic Gardens has also curated several trekking tours to introduce visitors to the history, culture and most exquisite gardens.
【Hosier Lane】
Probably the most vibrant place in Melbourne, the narrow streets are lined with a variety of graffiti, most of which are Vibrantly coloured, and in some cases uniquely displayed in 3D. the graffiti here is probably the fastest-changing place in Melbourne, with some walls looking brand new in the next day morning already! . If you're lucky, you'll see a number of street artists and their teams painting on spot, a great place to experience local Melbourne culture.
【Puffing Billy】
Children are always fascinated by trains. The Puffing Billy Railway is built in 1900 to serve the local mountain people, transporting passengers, timber, potatoes and plants, it is a real living museum. The century-old steam train is one of the best-preserved antique railway lines in Victoria state. It still travels through the densely vegetated Dandenong Ranges. On a more than 50-minute train experience, you'll pass by a historic trestle bridge, through Wright Forest. See rolling hills and open, lush farmland.
You can also drape your legs over the open sides and experience the special way of train ride it used to be.
【Phillip Island】
Phillip Island is famous for the fact that Summerland Beach, off Cape Nobis at the south-western tip of the island, is a sanctuary for elfin penguins, where children can see the precious and cute little blue penguins returning to their nests at sunset time. In addition, you can watch farm shows, see koalas up close and experience chocolate making activities.
This is the first farm in Victoria's history . The farm has a very large variety of animals and is especially good for families and children. we recommended you to arrive before 2pm, as there are regular farm shows almost every afternoon, such as goat milking, the Pawing horses, training sheepdogs, shearing sheep, etc.
● Koala Conservation reserve
The Koala Conservation reserve on Phillip Island is also a very popular place to see koalas, compared to the zoo,it is Closer to the natural state, you can see koalas more closely.
● Watch the penguins return to nest
At just 30 centimetres tall, the Little Blue Penguins on Phillip Island are the smallest penguin species in the world, and unique to Australia. They leave Phillip Island early in the morning to find food in the deep waters, at dusk, they follow a regular route back to the nest with food to feed their babies everyday. it's fun to watch as they moves the small body and walk back in line with its special walking style.
● The Chocolate Factory
You can watch the full chocolate making process at the Penny's Chocolate Factory on philip island. and make your favorite chocolate on your own! The two-meter-high chocolate "David" sculpture and the chocolate waterfall will bring you into movie scene of "《The Charlie's Chocolate Factory》.
【The Mornington Peninsula】
The Mornington Peninsula is located in the south of Melbourne and has become a popular destination for Melbourneites because of its beautiful surroundings. The preferred destination for short breaks. Vacationing on the Mornington Peninsula is not the kind of luxury vacation where you enjoy fancy hotels, mansions and yachts, but more so Quiet idyllic life and rustic charm
● Sunny Ridge Strawberry Farm
Strawberries, blueberries, blackberries and raspberries can be picked at Sunshine Strawberry Farm in different seasons. the longest season is from November to April.
In the farm, each person is allowed to take away 500g of berries and you can eat as much as you can when you are picking them.
● Moreington Peninsula Spa
Moreington Peninsula Spa is a geothermal spa resort with a variety of spa plus dining packages. There are wide variety spa to choose from, such as foot pools, hilltop open-air spas, Turkish baths, saunas and more, and There are private hot springs pool for families also. Among them, the open-air hot spa at the top of the mountain has a great view, soaking in the hot spring pool with the sunset and the cool breeze, overlooking the land,it is a great experience!
● Rainbow house
The Mornington Peninsula is a popular weekend holiday destination for Melbournians who come over here to cool off on the beaches during the summer season, so a whole row of small houses was built to store their fishing gear, small boats and other vacation items. each owner had painted his or her little house in a variety of colors and patterns. In time it became a popular photographer spot!
● Ashcombe Maze&Lavender Gardens
Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Gardens is Australia's oldest and most famous hedge maze, a beautiful circular rose maze and a perennial flowering lavender labyrinth - all in 25 acres of world-acclaimed gardens.
