Looking for outdoor things to do with kids on the Upper North Shore? Roolu lists five outdoor places in the area right now. They are Broken Bay Pearl Farm, Canoelands Orchard, Treetops Adventure St Ives, Banana Cabana Primate Sanctuary and Taronga Zoo. There are no outdoor events or classes listed yet, so this guide is about the five places and how to plan a visit.
What is listed now
The clubs below this guide link to each organiser. Here is where they are:
- Kangaroo Point: Broken Bay Pearl Farm.
- Canoelands: Canoelands Orchard.
- St Ives Chase: Treetops Adventure St Ives.
- Galston: Banana Cabana Primate Sanctuary.
- Roseville: Taronga Zoo, as listed in our data. Please check the address and ticket details on the zoo's own page before you plan a trip.
We do not have opening times, prices, ages or activity details for any of them. Ask the organiser what visitors can do, whether you need to book, and what it costs.
Matching the place to the child
The five places are quite different, so it helps to think about what your child enjoys:
- If they like animals, the primate sanctuary and the zoo are the natural places to look at.
- If they like climbing and moving, Treetops Adventure is worth a look. Ask about age and height rules.
- If they enjoy seeing how things are made or grown, the pearl farm and the orchard may appeal. Ask what visitors can see and do.
We cannot say what each place offers beyond its name, so the organiser's page is the place to confirm.
Getting there
These places are spread over a wide area, from Kangaroo Point and Canoelands to Galston and St Ives Chase. Some are further from the main roads and rail line than others. Work out how you will get there, how long it will take and whether there is parking, before you set off with children.
Planning an outdoor day
- Check the opening days and booking rules on the organiser's page.
- Ask about age limits and any rules for adults who come along.
- Outdoor places depend on the weather, so ask what happens if it rains.
- Pack water, sunscreen, a hat and snacks.
- Ask whether food is sold on site, or bring your own.
Still adding more
We are still adding outdoor events and classes for the Upper North Shore. Check the organisers' own pages for the latest details before you go.
