iPlay at Westfield Carousel is a high-energy family entertainment spot located in the rooftop dining precinct, making it an easy add-on to a shopping trip, movie, or meal out. With Clip ‘n Climb walls, Drift Dodgems, a huge arcade, and an on-site café and licensed bar, it’s designed to appeal to kids, tweens, teens and adults alike.
The Clip ‘n Climb area features seven individual climbing walls, each with different designs and levels of difficulty. Climbers are clipped into an auto-belay system, so there’s no need for a climbing partner – you simply clip in, climb, and the system gently lowers you back to the ground, making it a fun option for both confident kids and beginners. It’s a great way to burn energy and build confidence, especially for primary school-aged children and tweens who enjoy a challenge.
Drift Dodgems are another big drawcard. These aren’t standard bumper cars – the track allows you to slide and drift around corners for a more thrilling ride. Kids can drive on their own or share with a friend or sibling, depending on their height and the current safety rules. It’s a short, action-packed experience that’s ideal for tweens and teens, but younger children will love riding along with a parent too.
Inside, iPlay Carousel is packed with a wide range of arcade machines, from classic favourites like air hockey through to big, modern video and redemption games. You’ll find racers, shooters, quick-reflex games, prize and ticket games and more, so there’s something to suit most ages and abilities.
Play is loaded onto an iPlay Playcard, which you tap or swipe on each game, and many games still reward you with satisfying old-school paper tickets that can be traded in for prizes at the counter.
The prize wall is always a highlight for kids. After playing, they can count up their tickets and choose from a huge range of goodies, from small trinkets for younger children through to bigger items for those who like to save their tickets across multiple visits. It adds an extra layer of excitement and makes even a short session feel like an outing.
When it’s time for a break, there’s a café and licensed bar on site. Families can grab easy, kid-friendly options like pizzas, hot dogs, pies, nuggets and chips, along with snacks and drinks. The seating areas are relatively small but handy for keeping an eye on kids while they eat or take a breather between games and climbing sessions. The licensed bar also makes it a popular choice for older teens’ parties or relaxed parent catch-ups while the kids play.
iPlay Carousel is well set up for celebrations and group outings. They’re known for their birthday parties, with dedicated packages that bundle arcade credit and attractions, and party tables or rooms depending on the current offering. Parties are suitable for kids, tweens and teens, and there are also options for school groups, youth organisations and corporate events that want to combine fun activities with food and drinks. Bookings are handled online via their party organiser, and it’s worth checking current package details and minimum numbers on the official website. Read the Buggybuddys review of an iPlay birthday party.
Being in Westfield Carousel’s rooftop dining precinct is a big bonus. There’s convenient rooftop parking, and you’re only a short walk to cinemas, restaurants and other family-friendly venues. It’s easy to make a whole day of it: climb, race, and game at iPlay, then head out for a meal or movie without needing to move the car.
Overall, iPlay Westfield Carousel is a lively, noisy, high-energy venue that works well for rainy days, hot weather, after-school treats, school holiday outings and birthday parties. With arcades, Clip ‘n Climb, dodgems and an on-site café all in one spot, it’s an easy win for families with kids of different ages who all want to do something fun under the same roof.
iPlay, Westfield Carousel
Address: Westfield Carousel Rooftop Dining Precinct, Level 2, 1382 Albany Highway, Cannington WA 6107
Official website: https://www.iplayaustralia.com.au/locations/iplay-carousel/
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