Family fun
Room to roam, safely
Norfolk Island offers a wealth of activities for families to enjoy together, combining adventure, nature and history in one unique destination.
Plan your holidayThe calm, shallow waters of Emily Bay are ideal for families looking to swim, snorkel or simply relax on the sandy shores, this protected lagoon is safe and easy for kids of every age. And that's really just the start, between the national park, the old convict grounds, and a good handful of low-key attractions built for exactly this kind of holiday, there's plenty to keep the whole family busy without ever feeling rushed.
Things to do together
A full day, every day
Emily Bay
Sheltered, shallow and safe, with a pontoon out in the lagoon kids love swimming out to, and free BBQs on the grass for an easy lunch.
Norfolk Island National Park
Leafy trails, ocean views, and native birdlife to spot along the way, an easy way to stretch little legs without a long walk in mind.
Kingston UNESCO World Heritage Site
Convict ruins and open grounds kids can genuinely explore, with school-age children entering the museums free.
Queen Victoria Memorial Gardens
A colourful, relaxed spot for a family picnic, especially bright through spring and summer.
Auraville Hedge Maze and Gardens
A proper maze to get lost in for a while, plus gardens worth a wander once everyone's found their way out.
Tea Shire Drive
A horse-drawn carriage tour through the 100 Acre Reserve, a slower, novel way for kids to see the island.
In The Wild
Mini golf paired with a nature walk, an art gallery, and a cheese, wine and ice cream bar, plenty to keep every generation happy in one stop.
Fitzy's Farm
A working lavender and potato farm with mini golf and outdoor games, plus loaded potatoes, waffles and imported gelato to refuel with.
The Farmers Market
Weekend stalls of fresh produce and local treats, a good, easy outing to fold into any morning.
Lions Park playground
A proper playground in town for the littlest ones, an easy stop between everything else.
Top tips
Making the most of it
Pack for the beach every day
Emily Bay is close to everything, worth keeping togs and towels in the car just in case.
Let them roam a little
Norfolk Island is genuinely safe and easygoing, older kids can explore with a bit more independence than usual.
Ask about free museum entry
School-age children get into Norfolk's museums free, worth checking before you pay for tickets.
Slow the pace down
This isn't a tick-every-box kind of island, leave gaps in the day for whatever the kids find first.
Ready when you are
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