If you’ve got kids who love to climb, slide, bounce and run off some energy, Lollipops Playland Bayswater is a great indoor option. With plenty of parking out the front and a good mix of play spaces for toddlers through to bigger kids, it’s the kind of place that works well for a casual play date, a rainy-day outing or a birthday party.
One thing parents will appreciate is the security at check-in and check-out. Children are given a wristband or sticker, while adults receive a matching ticket, and the entry gates are controlled by staff. It’s a simple system, but it does make the whole centre feel well set up for families with little ones.
The toddler area is especially well done. Designed for children under 3, it has its own little climbing structure with soft foam steps, a double slide, ball pit, soft blocks and a foam rocker. There are also wall activities including a xylophone, spinning gears and a maze, which gives busy little hands plenty to do.
A fun feature here is the “waterslide” look slide, where the water is enclosed inside the slide, so kids get the novelty without getting wet.
The toddler section is separated from the bigger equipment with soft play barriers rather than fencing, which helps keep it feeling open while still giving smaller children their own space.
Next to the toddler zone is a bouncy castle with a built-in slide, which is always popular. There’s also lots of seating nearby, so it’s easy for parents to sit with a coffee and still keep an eye on the kids.
For older children, the main play structure is where most of the action is. It stretches over three levels and is packed with tunnels, bridges and obstacles to scramble through.
Everything is padded, which is always reassuring, and there’s enough variety to keep kids moving for quite a while. The big four-lane speed slide is a standout and gets plenty of use, and there’s also a two-lane drop slide for children aged 4 and up.
Down on the ground level, there’s even more to explore. Kids can dive into the ball pit, tackle the twisting poles, hop across stepping logs and have a go on the flying fox.
The ball blaster zone is another big hit, with foam balls, a fountain, cannons and targets adding a bit of extra excitement for bigger kids.
Something a little different at Lollipops Bayswater is the pirate ship ride, which runs every hour and is announced over the PA system. Younger children can ride with an adult and older kids can go on their own, depending on their wristband. It’s a fun extra that adds something a bit special to a visit.
There are also a few arcade-style extras, including ride-on games, air hockey, a claw machine and iPads loaded with games. They’re not the main attraction, but they do add a bit more variety, especially for kids who like to mix things up.
When everyone needs a break, the café has a good range of food for both kids and grown-ups. Outside food isn’t allowed, so it’s handy that there are decent options available and plenty of seating around the centre.
If you’re thinking about birthday parties, Lollipops Bayswater has four themed party rooms and a few different package options. There are also extras like glitter tattoos, balloon twisting and face painting, plus weekday specials, private function hire and the option to hold parties during disco or NERF nights.
The centre also runs themed evening events each month, which sound like a lot of fun for families after something a bit different. These include NERF nights, K-Pop nights and Halloween celebrations, running from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Entry is $19.90 and includes a nugget meal, with dancing, games and use of the dance floor included. Bookings are required.
During the week, they also run fun promotions such as “pay your age” days and free entry for certain names, and they often have seasonal offers too, including their Black Friday VIP pass sale with discounted multi-visit passes. There’s also a loyalty card for regular visitors, which is always worth grabbing if you think you’ll be back.
For younger children, the term-time classes are a lovely extra. Messy Monday runs from 10:00am to 11:30am and is aimed at ages 1–4, with sensory play and all kinds of messy fun to help build fine motor skills. Tactile Tuesday runs at the same time and focuses on sensory and craft play, with lots of opportunities for little ones to explore textures and strengthen little hands. Both are included with entry.
A really thoughtful feature at this centre is the sea-themed sensory room. It has been created to support children with different sensory and regulation needs and includes resources from local Perth small business Neurospicy Kidz. The space is designed to help with fine and gross motor skills, regulation, sensory seeking and stimming, and it shows that the team has put real thought into making the centre welcoming for a wide range of families.
Lollipops Bayswater also has a strong connection to the local community through its support of the Hunter Hero Foundation. Visitors can donate on entry, helping support local families navigating childhood cancer with practical and emotional support. The centre also hosts an annual fundraising event for the foundation, with this year’s event on 17 April featuring entertainment, face painting, balloon twisting, raffles and more.
With a great toddler area, a huge climbing structure, fast slides, a pirate ship ride, party rooms, regular classes and a real effort to create an inclusive environment, Lollipops Playland Bayswater has a lot going for it. It’s easy to see why it remains a popular choice for Perth families.
Lollipops Playland Bayswater
Address: 68 Beechboro Road South, Bayswater WA
Opening hours: Check current opening hours on their official website
URL: Lollipops Playland Bayswater
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