Here’s How to Entertain the Kids These School Holidays…

Looking for ways to entertain the kids these school holidays? Short on time but still need a break?

Book a staycation at Rydges Fortitude Valley and enjoy the convenience of our city-fringe location on King Street!

Get 20% off overnight accommodation for a school holiday stay + kids stay and eat FREE! Head to the ‘Offers’ page for details and to book your stay. See T&Cs on the ‘Offers’ page.

Here are a few things to add to your staycation itinerary:

• Take a dip in our outdoor pool.
• Relax on the Bar Gusto deck for authentic Italian pizza and pasta. Located on Podium (P) Floor of Rydges Fortitude Valley*.
• Jump in an Uber to QAGOMA and see the ‘Make, Believe, Magic – The Worlds of The Jim Henson Company’ exhibition. From The Muppets, Sesame Street, Fraggle Rock and the Labyrinth, the exhibition features hundreds of objects, from practical puppets and animatronic creatures to props, costumes, original drawings and moving image clips.**
• Head to Rosé Gelateria on King Street for some delicious gelato.
• Visit the Brisbane Illustration Fair for zines, comics, prints, stickers, original art & more – just a few steps away from Rydges Fortitude Valley. 10am-4pm | Sat 3 – Sun 4 October. Only $2 for entry and kids 12 and under are FREE!
• Burn off some energy with ten pin bowling or arcade games at Archie Brothers on King Street.
• Set yourself up for a big day of exploring with buffet breakfast in Six Acres Restaurant.
• Relax and unwind at Roma Street Parkland. Just a short Uber ride away from Rydges Fortitude Valley.

Book your school holiday staycation today! Click here to book.

*Always check the Rydges Fortitude website for the latest venue trading hours and closure dates in case of private events.

**Make sure you book ahead as this exhibition is a popular one!

Images:

• Image 1 – Buffet breakfast at Six Acres Restaurant, Rydges Fortitude Valley.
• Image 2 – Take a dip in our year-round heated outdoor pool.
• Image 3 – Retreat to your room after a big day spent exploring Brisbane.
• Image 4 – Production still from the Emmy-winning series on Apple TV Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock 2022–present / © Apple. All Rights Reserved / Image courtesy: Apple, The Jim Henson Company.
• Image 5 – Products at Brisbane Illustration Fair. Images by Soggy Bread is Sad.