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Perth City is an amazing family friendly place. Here is our guide of the best and free things to do in Perth City for families with kids of all ages, whether you’re visiting for a few hours or a few days.

Our guide includes the major tourist attractions as well as water parks, playgrounds, play centres, historic attractions and even an up to date list of all the events happening in Perth.

You’ll find the best family friendly restaurants, some with kids activities and play areas. Explore beautiful Elizabeth Quay, have fun in Forrest Place and more!

There are many events and activities held in the City especially on public holidays and school holidays. Some are free and some will require you to purchase tickets in advance.

Enjoy our guide and be sure to tell us if you find something new or different for families to explore.




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    Ivey Watson Playground, Kings Park

    

    Tucked inside Kings Park’s Poolgarla Family Area, Ivey Watson Playground is purpose‑built for little ones, with play equipment designed specifically for children aged six and under Poolgarla Family Area – Kings Park. The Playground is set within a large fenced precinct, but there are a couple of open entry points and access via the café, so it’s very much a “shoes on, eyes open” kind of outing if you have speedy toddlers or mini escape artists. Access is via Kings Park Road, opposite Outram Street, with plenty of parking in the Poolgarla Family Area carpark and along Kulunga Grove. Pram‑friendly Read more…
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    Captain Cook Cruises WA

    

    Captain Cook Cruises is Perth’s premier cruise company providing picturesque cruises to visitors of Perth from the magnificent vantage point of the Swan River. With its base of operations in the Elizabeth Quay precinct on Barrack Street Jetty, they are easily accessed with a short stroll from the CBD. Guests can select from a range of tours taking in beautiful scenic views and providing easy access to Perth City, Fremantle and the Swan Valley. Read more…
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    Totterdell Park, West Perth

    

    In amongst all the shiny office buildings in West Perth is Totterdell Park. The leafy inner city park is made up of a  soft fall play area with a large metal  play frame that features two slides, “shop” window, climbing  nets, ramps, monkey bars, a  climbing wall and more.  There is also a see-saw and fun nest swing too. This play area isn’t covered by shade sails, though the park is surrounded by mature trees, giving a little afternoon shade.   The quiet  park is not fenced and runs alongside Thomas Street, so you’ll want to keep an eye on little escape artists if you choose to take younger children.  There is ample space Read more…
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    Rio Tinto Naturescape, Kings Park

    

    Nature play in the heart of Perth. So large and magical you almost forget you’re in a city. Flowing creeks, waterfalls, rope climbs, mud kitchens and make your own cubbies. The possibilities here are endless. Rio Tinto Naturescape provides a picturesque place for your children’s imagination to run wild. There are multiple different areas that all seem to merge seamlessly into one perfect nature playground. The areas are great for big kids and toddlers with a lot of care and supervision in certain areas. The mud kitchen was a good first option for my daughter to get her stuck into Read more…
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    Elizabeth Quay Water Park

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    Elizabeth Quay Water Park is one of the Perth CBD’s best spots for kids to cool off, splash and play right in the heart of Perth. The interactive water feature covers around 1000 square metres, more than three times the size of the Water Labyrinth in Forrest Place, and sits just a few steps from Elizabeth Quay Train Station, making it incredibly easy to reach by public transport. At the centre of the water park is a large circular “island” surrounded by three smaller islands. Beneath the water, the stunning Pinjah mosaic tells a Noongar Dreaming story of the creation Read more…
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    Variety Place Playground, Kings Park

    

    Tucked into the Saw Avenue Picnic Area on the Subiaco side of Kings Park, Variety Place Playground is a brilliant all-ages nature Playground where kids can climb, balance, crawl and explore for hours. The space has been redeveloped with the support of Variety WA and the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority, with a strong focus on nature play and inclusive design so that children of all abilities can play side by side. Set amongst mature trees and open lawns, it’s a fantastic spot to let the kids burn off energy before enjoying a relaxed family picnic. The Playground is packed Read more…
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    Perth Zoo Playground

    

    As part of Perth Zoo’s Master Plan 2040, Perth Zoo’s playground has been revitalized into a bigger and better nature-based play space accessible to children of all abilities to enjoy. This award-winning playground is designed to celebrate Perth Zoo’s animals and their work in conservation and breeding, and it has already been recognised as having the region’s best landscape architecture! This state-of-the-art playground includes a ‘cloud’ deck, climbable giant numbat, 40m rope tunnels, feather hammocks, sand pit and nature play trail. At the heart of the playground is the ‘cloud’ deck, which has a mist system that stimulates clouds while Read more…
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    May Drive Parklands, Kings Park

    

    Did you know that the May Drive Parklands located in Kings Park and Botanic Garden was the very first environmental playground and community area of its kind in Australia? Previously known as the Synergy Parklands, this fun spot with golf course green-worthy lawns, is still a BIG hit with families in Perth. The park is fondly known as “The Dinosaur Playground”, since it’s home to many climbable dinosaur sculptures. May Drive Parklands features a 75m-long elevated walkway, a two-tiered island fort, life sized replicas of dinosaurs and extinct Australian Fauna (like the giant croc!), a timber boardwalk and an interactive Read more…
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    Planet Royale

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    Planet Royale – The Ultimate City Hangout for Teens & Primary School Kids Planet Royale in Northbridge is one of Perth’s coolest indoor hangouts for kids and teens, packed with retro arcade games, modern favourites, VR experiences and a colourful pop‑culture store. Whether your child loves racing games, pinball, claw machines or immersive virtual reality, there’s something here for every age group. Families can explore the vibrant arcade, try out the VR zone (best for ages 10+), browse the collectibles store, or check out what’s on at the Royale Theatre. With casual dining available and plenty of open space for Read more…



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