What to do with the children when it rains in Sydney. Family kid things to do in Sydney when it rains.

It is sad but true that Sydney's skies aren't always blue. There's gotta be a little rain sometimes, but you try explaining that to your little person.

So what do you do if it rains when you are in Sydney and the short stuff need stuff to do.

If you want to make a run for it there are options north, west and south of Sydney:

Escape a wet Sydney

If you're a fighter and can't stand the idea of screaming kids in a confined space (e.g. your car) grab your umbrella, waterproofs or wetsuit (what ever your preference) and get out there and have some fun.

Sydney Harbour Bridge - A good looker whatever the weather

Climb The Sydney Harbour Bridge Pylon

The Sydney Harbour Bridge Pylon is great value and packed full of great information and 200 steps. You will be rewarded at the top with a great view of the Sydney Opera House so unless it is really chucking it down its well worth taking steps to see it. The kids will enjoy the climb and the view but you might miss out on much of the info.

Indoor Play Centres

There has been a significant growth in indoor play centres. Many have cafes and provide an area for parents to relax whilst their kids let of steam (particularly if they are already wet :)

Recommended Sydney Indoor Play Centres

Darling Harbour

Darling Harbour is a good destination as you have the Powerhouse, Imax, Wild Life World and Sydney Aquarium and more

Swimming

If you looking for a cheaper option there's always your local swimming pool. My favourite would be Willoughby Leasure centre as they have a nice hot spa, coffee and cake.

Local Library

Not for kids straining at the car restraints but can work for some. Besides, worst that will happen is you will be shhhhhhhh'd, asked to leave, be shamed and never spoken to again :)

Toy Shop

Potentially expensive and real head ache but if you were planning on going for little johnny's birthday then maybe now is the time.

Big Top - Circus in Sydney

Sydney attracts the worlds best circus including one or two Australian acts such as Circus Oz.

Info on Circus Oz plus

What to do in Sydney When Its rains