Big Banana Coffs Harbour: Rides, Hours & Fun Park Guide

There is something quietly delightful about a giant fruit by the highway—especially when it’s half a kilometre of downhill toboggan track. The Big Banana Fun Park has been turning heads on the Pacific Highway for years, a roadside oddity that somehow became the centrepiece of Coffs Harbour’s family-fun scene. Whether you’re passing through or planning a full day out, here’s everything you need to know before you go.

Location: Coffs Harbour, NSW, Australia · Key Attractions: Toboggan rides, mini-golf, laser tag · Water Park Status: Open between Sydney and Gold Coast · Visibility: Visible from Pacific Highway · Daily Opening: 9am for main areas

Key details and specs that visitors consistently ask about, sourced from official park records and government tourism listings.

Is the Big Banana still at Coffs Harbour?

Yes. The Big Banana Fun Park remains firmly planted at its original Coffs Harbour address on the Pacific Highway. Visitors on TripAdvisor consistently describe spotting the iconic giant banana from the road as they approach from the north. The park has not, as far as verified records show, relocated to Aanuka Beach despite occasional rumours circulating online.

Relocation rumours

No official source confirms any move. The NSW Government listing and Visit NSW both reference the same Pacific Highway location the park has used for decades.

Current site confirmation

The park is visible from the highway, which is part of its roadside appeal. Spectators can enter the park for free if they are accompanying children or waiting for riders on certain attractions.

The Big Banana Fun Park – it’s a whole ‘bunch’ of fun!

— Visit NSW, Official Tourism Site

Where is the Big Banana located in Australia?

The Big Banana Fun Park sits at 351 Pacific Highway, Coffs Harbour NSW 2450, on the North Coast of New South Wales. It is roughly halfway between Sydney and the Gold Coast—a position that has made it a classic road-trip stop.

Exact address

The address is 351 Pacific Highway, Coffs Harbour NSW 2450, Australia, confirmed by Visit NSW. You will find it on the left side of the highway as you approach the township from the north.

How to get there

Most visitors arrive by car along the Pacific Highway. The park has a dedicated car park. Public transport options are limited; a car is the practical choice for families heading here from surrounding areas. The park is well signposted from the road.

Home to Australia’s largest indoor Giant Slide and biggest regional Water Park

— Visit NSW, Official Tourism Site

What do you do at the Big Banana?

More than just posing with a oversized fruit. The park packs a serious amusement park punch: toboggan rides, water slides, mini-golf, laser tag, ice skating, and more. The Giant Slide is 17.5m tall, 83m long, and 6 lanes wide—the largest indoor slide in Australia.

Rides and attractions

The flagship Toboggan Ride stretches over half a kilometre down a hillside with ocean views. Riders control their own speed down the track. The Plantation Coaster requires children to be at least 8 years old and 135cm tall to ride alone, or 3 years old with an accompanying adult. Other highlights include:

• Bumper Cars and 4D Ride Simulator
• Axe Throwing range
• Escape Rooms (open late daily)
• Laser Tag arena (open late on Friday and Saturday nights)
• 36-hole Mini-Golf course
• Fun Zone with Australia’s first QBIX Gaming Room and Pixel Gaming Floor (NSW Government listing)
• Steve McEwan’s Reptile World

Coffs Harbour’s famous Toboggan ride! Hold on tight and hug the turns

— Big Banana Official, Park Operator

Water park features

The Water Park is the biggest between Sydney and the Gold Coast. During warmer months it runs giant water slides and splash zones. The water park closes during autumn and winter seasons.

What this means: the toboggan draws the biggest crowds, so its absence reshapes the park’s appeal—prioritize the Giant Slide, mini-golf, and laser tag if you’re visiting during closure season.

Why does Coffs Harbour have the big banana?

The Big Banana started as a tourist attraction and roadside curiosity, part of a tradition of oversized Australian landmarks that pull cars off the highway. It has evolved into a full amusement park while keeping that quirky identity intact.

Origin story

Australia has a long history of “big things”—big merino, big pineapple, big banana. These structures were built to catch the attention of road-trippers and give small towns a landmark they could own. The Big Banana was one of the earliest and remains one of the most recognised.

Tourism role

For Coffs Harbour, the park is a major draw. It anchors the family-fun category for the region and appears in almost every Coffs Harbour visitor guide. The Visit NSW listing describes it as “a whole ‘bunch’ of fun,” and it holds the top spot for amusement attractions in the area on review platforms.

Is Coffs Harbour worth visiting?

For families and road-trippers, yes—particularly if you can make a day of it. The park offers enough variety to fill several hours, and the all-weather setup means it runs rain or shine.

Family appeal

The Plantation Coaster and other rides have clear height and age restrictions, which helps parents plan. Younger children have dedicated zones. The Ultimate Pass covers unlimited access to most attractions including the Banana Plantation Self-Guided Tour, making it solid value for a full day.

The pattern here: the Ultimate Pass removes decision fatigue for families—pay once, ride anything. Without it, you face per-ride pricing that adds up fast, especially with hungry kids demanding snack breaks between attractions.

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Families heading to Big Banana for toboggan rides and water park fun often explore Coffs Harbour accommodation from beachfront resorts to riverside holiday parks nearby.

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