The Entrance, NEW SOUTH WALES
Airing Date: Jun 4th, 2002
It is easy to see why families have been flocking here for more than 100 years.
The Entrance offers all types of traditional fun but for something a bit modern try a Funtech Scoot Car. Drivers of these new-aged vehicles must hold a current drivers license but there's plenty of room for two.
The Entrance Waterfront Mall holds local markets every Saturday.
After grabbing a bargain or two head next door for a nostalgic piece of the past and take a ride on the 70 year old carousel. Originally imported from France, it has been restored to its former glory with hand carved horses. This piece of history will show the kids some old-time fun.
At lunchtime follow the crowds to Jimbo's Seafood, a fish and chip institution for over 50 years. The special family pack is designed to feed the whole clan.
After lunch head to Vera's Watergarden, a colourful interactive aquatic pool the kids will just love. But don't leave before 3.30pm because that's when the daily pelican feeding takes places.
With so many activities there are plenty of reasons to stay overnight. A villa at the Dunleith Caravan Park is an affordable family option.
The facts
Dunleith Caravan Park has weekend accommodation in a villa from $200 per family. Waterfront villas start from $100 per couple per night. Kids are $6 extra per night.
Dunleith Caravan Park
Tel: 02 4332 2172
Rides on the Carousel are just $1.
Carousel
Tel: 02 4349 7858
A special fish and chip family pack from Jimbo's Seafood costs $33.
Jimbo's Seafood
Tel: 02 4332 2817
A half hour Funtech Scoot Car hire costs $25.
Funtech Scoot Car
Tel: 02 4332 1392
The Entrance Tourism
Tel: 02 4334 4213
Tourism New South Wales
Tel: 13 20 77
