Adelaide with toddlers and under-5s
This is a gentle day in Adelaide with toddlers and under-5s, built from play and water. Bonython Park (2.3 km from the centre) has a playspace with flying foxes and water play. Adelaide Zoo (1.6 km) is free for under 4s. Funtopia Prospect (6.0 km) and The ARC Campbelltown (7.1 km) are indoors, and The ARC has heated pools and a splash pad. Bonython Park is free and the others are ticketed.
Pick two or three stops rather than all of them. Play outside in the morning, then choose indoors or the zoo for the afternoon. Funtopia closes at 4pm on weekdays. Bring swimmers and a towel for The ARC, and a hat for the park. The listings do not cover pram access, shade or toilets, so check with each venue.
Every stop is a listing on Funtivities, checked against the place's own website. Last reviewed 24 October 2026. Prices and hours can change, so check the listing before you go.
The day at a glance
- Morning: Bonython Park / Tulya Wardli
- Late morning: Adelaide Zoo
- Afternoon: Funtopia Prospect
- Late afternoon: The ARC Campbelltown
Morning
Start at Bonython Park
Bonython Park / Tulya Wardli, Adelaide · Playgrounds & Parks · Ages 2-12 · Free · 4.6 stars (1037 reviews)
A City of Adelaide park on Port Road with a playspace featuring flying foxes, water play and an accessible carousel, plus a learn-to-ride area. It is free and 2.3 km from the centre. Listed ages are 2 to 12.
Tip: The learn-to-ride area suits kids with a first bike or scooter.
Late morning
Visit Adelaide Zoo
Adelaide Zoo, Adelaide · Zoos, Wildlife & Aquariums · Ages 2-17 · From $0 · 4.4 stars (9786 reviews)
A zoo on Frome Road with more than 2,400 animals, Nature's Playground and daily keeper talks. Under 4s are free, and child entry is $27, so toddlers cost nothing. It is open 9:30am to 5pm.
Tip: Adult entry is $49.50. A family or mini group ticket is from $124.
Afternoon
Play indoors at Funtopia
Funtopia Prospect, Sefton Park · Indoor Play Centre · Ages 0-17 · From $10 · 4.4 stars (771 reviews)
An indoor playground, climbing walls and a baby play area in Sefton Park for ages 0 and up. The Baby World 2-hour pass is $10, and babies aged 0 to 1 are free. The Playground World 2-hour pass is $16.
Tip: Open 9am to 4pm on weekdays and 9am to 6pm on weekends.
Late afternoon
Swim at The ARC Campbelltown
The ARC Campbelltown, Campbelltown · Swimming & Aquatics · Ages 0-17 · From $0 · 4.5 stars (1633 reviews)
A council leisure centre in Campbelltown with indoor heated pools, a splash pad and swim lessons. Children under 3 swim free with a paying adult, and a child swim pass (3 and over) is $8. A family pass is $30.
Tip: Open to 9pm on weekdays and 7pm on weekends.
Before you go
- Adelaide Zoo is open 9:30am to 5pm, and under 4s are free.
- Funtopia closes at 4pm on weekdays. Babies aged 0 to 1 are free.
- Children under 3 swim free at The ARC Campbelltown with a paying adult.
- Bonython Park is free, with water play and an accessible carousel.
- The listings do not mention pram access or shade, so check with each venue.
Questions parents ask
What can you do in Adelaide with a toddler?
Bonython Park has a playspace with flying foxes, water play and a carousel. Adelaide Zoo has Nature's Playground and keeper talks, Funtopia Prospect has a baby play area, and The ARC Campbelltown has indoor heated pools and a splash pad.
Is Adelaide Zoo free for toddlers?
Under 4s are free. Child entry is $27, adult $49.50 and a family or mini group ticket is from $124. The zoo is on Frome Road, open 9:30am to 5pm. Check the listing for current prices.
Where can toddlers swim in Adelaide?
The ARC Campbelltown has indoor heated pools and a splash pad. Children under 3 swim free with a paying adult, and the child swim pass (3 and over) is $8. It is open daily and has swim lessons.
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