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Little Builders Docklands

An indoor sandpit at The District Docklands for children up to ten, with ride-on excavators, buckets, shovels and building toys. Parents stay to supervise and need their own admission ticket. Shoes and socks come off in the sand, so plan for a hands-on, sandy visit.

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Plan the visit

Suitable ages
Sandpit play is for children aged ten and under. Source ↗
Activity
Indoor sand construction with ride-on excavators, buckets, shovels, moulds and themed building areas. Source ↗
Supervision
Parents or guardians must actively supervise throughout; shopping drop-offs are not allowed. Source ↗
Booking
Advance booking is recommended. Walk-ins are subject to capacity. Each under-18 needs an individual waiver signed by their legal guardian. Source ↗
What to bring
Clothes suitable for sandy play. Everyone entering the sandbox removes shoes and socks; use the venue’s toys rather than bringing your own. Source ↗
Adult entry
The 28 September 2026 ticket selection lists A$5 per adult, in addition to the child ticket. Source ↗
Food options
Tuck Shop café on site. No food or drinks in the sandbox. Source ↗
Address
18 Wharf Street, The District Docklands, corner of Studio Lane, opposite Crown Duty Free Source ↗

Research sources

Operator website checked 2026-09-27. This is desk research from official sources, not a review of a visit. Programmes, prices and availability can change.

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