25+ Fantastic Family Weekends Away From Sydney

Jeez, it really is so good to get away. And who doesn’t deserve a break?
Flushes the cobwebs out, clears the mind.
Here I’ve pulled together a list of the posts on this blog about places that make great weekend getaways for Sydney families.
When you’ve had a look and decided where you might like to go, you then need a family-friendly cost for the escape!
Most of the posts have information about where to stay and accomm deals on offer.
Bargains and Specials
Have a regular check of Scoopon’s accommodation deals around Sydney, there are often great deals there. Click here to check,
More info on specials and deals below!
Family Weekends Away From Sydney
Blue Mountains
Things To Do In The Blue Mountains With Kids and Where To Stay

Visiting Jenolan Caves With Kids

Emirates One & Only Wolgan Valley Resort – Sydney’s Most Luxurious Weekend Away

Jervis Bay
Where To Stay At Jervis Bay With Kids

25 Things To Do At Jervis Bay With Kids

South Coast/Illawarra
10 Things To Do In Kiama With Kids + Where To Stay

Jamberoo Action Park – A Great Spot for Families
Thirroul Beach, Pool and Playground: Family Getaway
The Novotel Northbeach Wollongong – Our Family Review
The Bradman Museum at Bowral, just one of many family-friendly things to do in the Southern Highlands.
Southern Highlands
Just a 1.5 hour drive from central Sydney, and far less from the southern suburbs, the Souther Highlands make a great escape for families.
Check out this post on Things To Do in Bowral and Berrima With Kids.
Canberra
15 Best Things To Do In Canberra With Kids – And Where To Stay
Camping
The Best Places To Go Camping In and Around Sydney
Central West NSW
Where To Stay In Orange With Kids
15 Things To Do In Bathurst With Kids
Western Plains Zoo and Billabong Camp, Dubbo
Road Trip: Sydney, Dubbo, Orange – Things To Do and Accommodation
Hunter Valley
Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley: A Family-Friendly Resort
Broke Fordwich Wine Country In The Upper Hunter Valley- Seven Tips For Planning A Trip
BIG4 Valley Vineyard Tourist Park in NSW’s Hunter Valley – Our Family Review
North of Sydney
Dangar Island In The Hawkesbury River
25 Things To Do At Lake Macquarie With Kids
15 Things To Do At Port Stephens With Kids- And Where To Stay
Forster Family Holidays: Things To Do And Where To Stay
Ideas Throughout NSW
School Holiday Getaways Throughout New South Wales
Sport + Rec Kids Camps and Family Camps in NSW
Resorts and Hotels with Kids Clubs in NSW
Finding special and last minutes deals
For bargains, you might also like to keep an eye on Scoopon’s accommodation deals around Sydney, these change all the time. There are bargains to be had, click here to check,
For info on getaway specials and deals, I like to check out the Expedia Short Breaks webpage as well, you never know what you might find there!
You might also find something on the Expedia Last Minute webpage here or on the Australia-wide Mega Sale page here.
Where’s your favourite NSW spot for a family weekend away?
If you’ve written a post yourself, please do share it in the comments.
We’ve got so much more of NSW to explore. Can’t wait!
Happy escaping
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