Featherdale Wildlife Park - Doonside

Featherdale Wildlife Park in Doonside, Western Sydney, offers an authentic hands-on Australian animal experience in a sprawling, friendly park dedicated to native fauna. It provides an immersive day out for locals and tourists alike, focusing on conservation and education in a natural bush setting.

Highlights: The park is famous for its up-close encounters. Visitors can hand-feed kangaroos and wallabies, get a photo with a koala, and meet wombats and dingoes. It proudly houses the world's largest collection of Australian native animals, including everything from Tasmanian devils and cassowaries to a massive saltwater crocodile, ensuring a day packed with discovery.

Why mums love it: It’s an unbeatable day out for animal-loving families. The pathways are easy to navigate with a pram, and the interactive nature of the exhibits keeps kids of all ages engaged and excited. It’s a fantastic way to teach children about native wildlife in a fun, memorable setting that feels like a world away from the city.