Make the most of the school holidays with an unforgettable family day out! From thrilling water parks and interactive museums to escape rooms, cruises and outdoor adventures, Perth is packed with amazing school holiday attractions for kids of all ages.
Whether you’re after free family fun or a special ticketed experience, our guide has something for every family. Explore stunning gardens, cool off at an aquatic centre, discover fascinating museums, or challenge the whole family to an immersive adventure experience. With so much on offer across Perth and Western Australia, there’s truly something for everyone these school holidays.
Browse our regularly updated directory of school holiday attractions across Perth and Western Australia and start planning a holiday your kids will never forget. Because life’s too short for bored school holidays!
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FEATUREDDiscover over 125 years of fire brigade history in Western Australia at the Old Central Fire Station Heritage Centre. Now heritage-listed, the Old Central Fire Station was the city of Perth’s first purpose-built fire station. Explore fascinating displays of historic firefighting equipment, see vintage fire trucks up close, and join us on the balcony to hear captivating tales of firefighter antics—some now more legend than truth! Children and the young at heart can gear up as firefighters, pose on our iconic fire pole, and then take the wheel of our authentic fire truck, making for a memorable and interactive Read more…
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FEATUREDPerth’s Outback Splash is one of WA’s top outdoor entertainment destinations. Open from 27th September to late April, the family fun park is located on the doorstep of the Swan Valley, just over 30 minutes from the Perth CBD. At the heart of the fun is the park’s first water attraction, the Splash Island waterslide playground. Its island-theme rises three storeys high, crowned with a giant tipping bucket that showers delight. It’s especially a hit amongst primary school-aged children. The playground features five varied waterslides – some perfect for the little ones and others that challenge the more adventurous, ensuring Read more…
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FEATUREDWhiteman Park is a unique recreation and conservation reserve that covers nearly 4,000 hectares of natural bushland and leisure facilities in Perth’s northern suburbs. Whiteman Park is full of fun and interesting things to do with the kids, every day of the year, and school holidays are no different! When was the last time you selfied with a koala? Rode on an old-fashioned tram? Or just simply wandered amongst the native bushland? Whiteman Park is a unique recreation and conservation reserve that covers nearly 4,000 hectares of natural bushland and leisure facilities in Perth’s northern suburbs. Open every day of Read more…
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FEATUREDSplash, Swim, and Relax at Bold Park Aquatic Centre Located among the beautiful bush surrounds of Floreat, Bold Park Aquatic Centre is one of Perth’s favourite family swimming destinations. Whether you’re visiting for a casual swim, a day of inflatable fun, or enroling the kids in VacSwim holiday lessons, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. With a 50m outdoor pool, 20m covered leisure pool, shaded lawns, and an on-site café, Bold Park is the perfect place to cool off, learn to swim, and make family memories all year round. Pool Facilities Outdoor 50m Heated Pool – perfect for lap swimmers Read more…
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FEATUREDDiscover a hidden treasure in Perth’s northern suburbs – the Wanneroo Botanic Gardens has been captivating visitors since 1981. Experience 36 holes of pure Mini Golf fun set amidst one of Perth’s most picturesque garden settings. Challenge yourself on two distinct courses, the Garden and the Billiard Golf course, that together form Australia’s largest outdoor Mini Golf complex. Each track is masterfully designed with its own unique obstacles, curves, ramps, and challenges. Test your skills and conquer the tricks and traps of these two fantastic Mini Golf courses. Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned pro, there’s endless fun and Read more…
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FEATUREDLooking for a family-friendly day out north of Perth? Wanneroo Regional Museum and Community History Centre is a welcoming, relaxed destination for families with young children to explore, play and learn together. The museum brings Wanneroo’s stories to life through colourful displays, historic photos, everyday objects and hands-on interactives designed to keep little minds curious. Children can discover what life was like for early colonists, explore farming and community life, and learn about the Noongar people’s enduring connection to Country in ways that are accessible and engaging for all ages. There’s always something happening for families, with regular school holiday Read more…
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FEATUREDCubetown Perth is a brand-new indoor digital playground where kids (and parents!) can run, climb, throw and think their way through 6 bright and glowing interactive challenge rooms. Designed for ages 6 and up (with younger kids able to join in with help), it’s one of the newest and most unique indoor activities Perth families can enjoy together. Across multiple themed arenas, players take on fast-paced games that feel like real-life video games — where your body is the controller. Families can team up to set a high score on the weekly leaderboard or compete (think kids vs adults!), with Read more…
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FEATUREDSchool holiday adventures at WA Museum Boola Bardip Ocean missions, shipwreck mysteries and hands-on creativity await at WA Museum Boola Bardip these school holidays. Plan a family outing or book the kids into a drop-and-leave workshop. OceanXperience Closes Sunday 11 October Step aboard a recreation of the OceanXplorer research vessel and take on missions inspired by real ocean expeditions. Explore interactive displays and try thinking like an ocean scientist. These school holidays are the final chance to experience the exhibition! MORE… OceanXperience: Family Night Saturday 3 October | 5.30pm–9pm Entry at 5.30pm or 7.30pm | All ages Make family Read more…
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Prison Island Perth is an exciting team-based indoor adventure in the CBD, offering a unique alternative to traditional escape rooms that is perfect for families. With 35 different “cells” to explore, the experience is designed for ages 7 to 77, ensuring that kids, parents, and even grandparents can join in the fun together. Unlike a standard escape room where you are locked in one space, families can move freely between rooms, choosing from a variety of physical, technical, and intellectual challenges. Whether it’s testing your coordination in a game of basketball or working together to solve a tricky puzzle, there Read more…
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Whether you’re in search of an adventure-packed day or a leisurely family outing, Optus Stadium and its Stadium Park precinct have you covered! Optus Stadium Tour Take the kids behind-the-scenes on a Stadium Tour where they’ll get to see the player’s changerooms and even walk to the edge of the field! Sky View Deck Tour See amazing views of Perth and the Stadium on this family-friendly rooftop tour – no harness needed! This 45-minute tour is perfect for young adventurers. HALO Rooftop Climb For something different, try a HALO Rooftop Climb – a 360-degree walk around the roof of the Read more…
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Bring Aviation History to Life This Spring School Holidays The Aviation Heritage Museum is the perfect spot for the whole family these school holidays, with plenty on offer to explore and enjoy! Dedicated to preserving Western Australia’s wartime and civil aviation history, the museum is home to an incredible collection of aircraft and stories spanning over a century. This spring school holidays the museum will be hosting two educational family tours, included with the purchase of museum entry, giving families even more value and a chance to explore more of the museum together. Families can join one of two Read more…
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Turn The Winter Break Into an Epic Family Escape Immersive Adventures For Young Explorers (and Their Grown-Up Sidekicks) These school holidays, get them off the couch and into the role of hero, spellcaster, treasure hunter or explorer. With over 20 action packed worlds waiting to explore, Escape This gets everyone thinking creatively, working together and making memories. 🪙 Save <20% on tickets for under 16s 🌧 Fully indoors, play whatever the weather 🧩 Challenges designed for the whole family to get involved 🧠 Screen-free fun that keeps brains busy 🗺 Wide variety of different themed adventures to choose from Read more…
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A huge inflatable playground is popping up in Esplanade Park from 26th Sept -4th Oct! In hour-long sessions, kids (3+) can race around the larger-than-life 80 metre obstacle course, alongside 9 more inflatables. Supervising adults go free, so you’ll get to kick back and enjoy a coffee or ice cream whilst the kids burn off bucket loads of energy in a safe, screen-free environment. Tickets start at $18 for the quietest session (9am – 10am), or $20 for standard tickets booked online. If you have a group of mates all going together, make sure you go for the bundles Read more…
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Kids cruise free this spring school holidays! Take a fun 1-hour scenic voyage exploring Mandurah’s wonders of the water with Mandurah Cruises. Their family friendly Dolphin Cruise & Views Tour departs daily at 10am, 11:30am, 1:30pm & 3pm. Watch dolphins at play in their natural environment – guaranteed (or you can cruise again for free)! Spot pelicans, ospreys and swans on the vast wetlands. Cruise through Mandurah’s luxury canals and fishing boat harbour. The kids will love nautical fun on deck, with a lifelike engine room, marine controls, captain’s wheel, giant binoculars and more. Their vessels are double Read more…
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School Holidays at The House of Honey Honey Bee Tour Discover the fascinating world of bees on this fun and educational 45-minute experience for the whole family! SEE the hives TASTE pure honey LEARN about life inside the hive ENJOY honey sparkling water and a mead tasting for adults Multiple dates available Book now: The Honey Bee Tour Email enquiries: [email protected] Swan Valley Group Beekeeping Experience Ever wondered what it’s like to be a beekeeper? Suit up and get up close to a live hive! Learn about bees and beekeeping, meet the colony, hold a frame of honey Read more…
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Nova 93.7 Kids Luna Park is back at the 2026 Perth Royal Show Get ready for the ultimate kids’ fun zone at the 2026 Perth Royal Show! Designed especially for families with children aged 2–12, this bright, wonder-filled precinct is packed with magical showtime adventures. Enjoy exciting carnival rides, classic sideshow games, iconic showbags and delicious carnival treats. There’s something for everyone, and with the precinct located right next to the main arena on Loton Avenue, it’s easy to find. Ride the Dream Swinger, The Storm, Tea Cups, Balloon Fiesta and Runaway Train Roller Coaster. Try your luck at Laughing Read more…
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Take family time to new heights at Treetops Adventure, with two incredible outdoor adventure parks to explore around Perth. For an adventure close to the city, Treetops Adventure Yanchep is just 45 minutes north of Perth, nestled within the natural bushland of Yanchep National Park. Families can climb through the trees, navigate aerial challenges, cross suspended bridges and soar along ziplines while enjoying one of WA’s favourite national parks. Heading south? Turn the journey into a family day trip to Treetops Adventure Dwellingup, located in the beautiful forests surrounding Dwellingup and Lane Poole Reserve, around 90 minutes south of Read more…
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Palace Arcade in Northbridge is one of Perth’s coolest retro‑gaming hangouts, combining classic arcade machines, neon‑lit nostalgia and seriously good American‑style comfort food. With more than 40 original arcade games spread across two levels, families can battle it out on favourites like Pac‑Man, Street Fighter, NBA Jam and Donkey Kong — all while enjoying pizza, fried chicken and ice‑cold drinks. Sundays are especially popular with families thanks to $15 UNLIMITED GAMES (check website and socials for latest deals as they change all the time), making it an affordable and exciting outing for kids and teens. The venue is spacious, vibrant Read more…
