Entertaining the kids during the school holidays is never an easy chore, and the Easter school holidays can be more difficult than most with the weather often being wet. This year, after the summer that has just passed, we can probably expect the worst. Below are some suggestions on how to fill the long, damp days of the Term 1/Easter school holidays in Sydney.
1. Visit the Power House Museum
The Power House Museum is one of only a few Sydney attractions that are equally interesting to both kids and adults alike. The Power House is Sydney's museum of science, technology, design, decorative arts and social history and its regular exhibits are full of moving and speaking displays along with a multitude of buttons to press, to reveal new information or turn an exhibit on. Currently the Museum is hosting the spectacular Harry Potter exhibition, although this closes on the 9th of April, so get there quickly if you don't want to miss out. For the young and the young at heart, the Wiggles exhibition will provide hours of entertainment and have you singing along to all the Wiggles classics. The Museum also holds a range of school holiday activities and programs ranging from shows to workshops. Nearby, there are quite a few luxury Sydney hotels if you're feeling like treating the kids to a night in town.
2. Sydney Observatory
Like the Power House Museum, the Sydney Observatory runs school holiday programs for kids and families. The activities cover most age groups and range from all day workshops to short films and telescope tours, while some activities are included in the admission price, some incur a small charge. For the older kids, why not stay the night in one of the many hotels in the Sydney CBD and attend one of the night activities at the Observatory. The rings of Saturn Pizza Nights will be held on Tuesday the 10th and Wednesday the 18th of April. A telescope viewing of Saturn (weather permitting) is the highlight along with a 3D space theatre adventure, pizza and a Milky Way bar for dessert. Bookings are essential, as this is a popular activity.
3. Hoopla Festival at Darling Harbour
From the 6th to the 9th of April, Darling Harbour is host to the annual Hoopla Festival, a combination of circus, sideshow and street theatre for all the family. There are many free outdoor events, plus a fantastic line up of indoor shows featuring some of Australia's most talented (and slightly unusual) performers. Book some Sydney accommodation and spend a couple of days soaking up the carnival atmosphere.
4. Luna Park
Weather permitting, Luna Park can be a great way to spend a day or evening. If you're like me, and love to ride the rollercoaster and big wheel then you'll have as much fun as the kids. If you prefer a more tame form of entertainment then Luna Park can still come up with the goods, visit the Deck Brasserie and Bar for some gourmet food, a good glass of wine and some of the best views in Sydney. A ferry back to the city and a night in one of the many Sydney hotels in the CBD and everybody's happy. Buy your Luna Park passes online for a $5 discount per person.
These are just a few of the activities on offer in Sydney these Easter school holidays. Book a couple of nights in one of the hotels in the Sydney CBD and spend a few days exploring the Sydney culture and attractions.
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