With the warmer weather making a welcomed return, discover where to stay and play with the kids in the Hunter Valley. With a fantastic line up of activities, there’s no shortage of family fun to keep the little ones entertained. Here's to making memorable Spring adventures in the Hunter Valley these school holidays!
STAY
Rydges Resort Hunter Valley
With a kids water park, carousel, mini train ride, games room and Kids Club, Rydges Resort Hunter Valley is a haven of fun for families. Not to forget, their on-sight golf course and swimming pool means there truly is something for all families! Book their "Kids Eat Free" package for complimentary breakfast for the family, plus free dining for kids and a with a family ticket to either Hunter Valley Wildlife Park or Hunter Valley Gardens.
voco Kirkton Park
Stay at voco Kirkton Park and treat yourself and your little ones to a delightful Hunter Valley High Tea! Nestled amongst the rose garden kids will adore their very own Tiny-Tea party menu, while you sip on a glass of sparkling and try our traditional High Tea or signature High Cheese with locally sourced cheeses. Afterwards, make some memories and visit our adorable voco piglets, Shiraz and Semillon.
Hunter Valley Stays
When travelling with the family, there's nothing quite like a place that feels like "a home away from home'. Check out Hunter Valley Stays collective of unique properties. Their property locations are set amongst beautiful and inspiring landscapes whilst enjoying close proximity to the best of the Hunter Valley including stunning golf courses, spas, ballooning, cycling, fine dining and of course, award winning cellar doors and wineries.
In the Hunter Valley there's no shortage of unique holiday homes, vineyard cottages and resorts, check out the full range of accommodation options here.
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Hunter Valley Gardens
Enjoy the Hunter Valley Gardens in full bloom with the family this Spring School Holidays. Gather your team and explore the holidays activities taking place every day, with rides, interactive activities and workshops for the kids to enjoy. Conveniently located across the road is Hunter Valley Aqua Golf, whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned pro, it’s always a blast for the whole family – and you might even score some awesome local prizes!
Hunter Valley Wildlife Park
Take the family to Hunter Valley Wildlife Park to meet the newest addition to the family - a baby giraffe! Conveniently located in the heart of the Hunter Valley, the kids will love the opportunity to feed the animals, pat the kangaroos and get up close to the Lions, Meerkats, Squirrel Monkeys and more.
Hunter Valley Farm and Adventure Centre
Looking for some adventure these school holidays? The Hunter Valley might be known for its food and wine, but it’s also the perfect place to get active with the whole family. At Hunter Valley Farm and Adventure Centre, there's plenty to keep the kids entertained. Take in the beauty of the vineyards and Brokenback Mountain Ranges on horseback or Segway for a fun, unique viewing experience. If that’s not enough, why not try your hand at archery, have a go at grape stomping, or get up close with the farm animals?
Go Karts Go
Challenge your friends and family to an unforgettable speed race at Go Karts Go! With the Hunter Valley’s biggest, fastest and most exciting 4-stroke go kart hire track, this is one not to miss. Awesome fun for the whole family, with Double, Junior and Adult karts available ensuring everyone gets a go zooming around the track.
Kid friendly wineries
There’s no need to feel like you can’t enjoy a wine tasting with the kids in tow. Keep the kids busy at our wineries with expansive grounds, outdoor games and entertainment for all. Check out Talits Estate with outdoor games and pétanque in their picturesque gardens, or Scarborough Wines with hula hoops, skipping ropes, Jenga and games a plenty! There’s plenty of wineries with activities for the kids, after all, happy kids, happy parents!
And it's not just the large outdoor spaces and games that make our wineries kid friendly. Check out these unique kid-friendly tasting experiences.
- Glandore Estate: Does Chocolate and Cordial pair well together? Let the kids find out with Glandore Estates very own Chocolate & Cordial Tasting.
- Saddlers Creek: Bundaberg beverages and matching snacks tasting paddles are available for kids to enjoy at Saddlers Creek.
- Tulloch Wines: A specially prepared junior experience with 4 different soft drinks & 4 matching snacks or a sophisticated experience for your teens with a selection of Mailer McGuire specialty Kombucha paired with a local cheese box.
- Wild Ren Wines: A line-up of treats, matched with drinks that the kids will love.
Sweet Treats
What school experience is complete without some sugar and sweets. From a dedicated desert bar to the Hunter Valley's very own patisserie, discover the sweet treat to top of your adventure.
Ben Ean
Visit the newly opened Ben Ean Patisserie for cheesecakes, macaroons, tarts, pies and decadent cakes all created daily by the in-house pastry chef. With views overlooking the nearby vineyard, Ben Ean makes the perfect stop for a sweet treat and a freshly brewed coffee.
Hunter Valley Chocolate Company
A visit to the Hunter Valley Chocolate Company, makes for a fun (and tasty) experience for the whole family. At the factory, offer the unqiue opportunity to see into the kitchen and watch how handmade chocolates are created. Be sure to pick up a handful of the popular chocolate frogs, chocolate covered snakes and peppermint bites.
Sabor Dessert Bar
With over 50 delicious desserts to choose from, it’s Sabor Desert Bar is a dream come true for dessert lovers! While the whole menu is available to children, find a few desserts specially made for little dessert lovers, like the Willy Wonka waffles and the kids dipping plate. It’s a yummy adventure everyone will love.
