All Things to Do for Kids in Perth

The brand new Picasso Park at Alkimos Vista offers an artistic and creative play experience for kids (and adults) of all ages! The 2.5-hectare park features a two-storey undercover play structure, slides, music play, lots of climbing obstacles, a birds nest swing, full-size basketball court, smart benches, exercise equipment and more! The two-storey undercover play structure is a standout! Not only is the design fun and creative, the undercover designs means the playground is not only sun safe, but it can also be utilised by kids rain or shine. The play structure can be access multiple ways, my fearless toddlers Read more…

Located on the north-west corner of Leatherback Oval in Alkimos Beach is a brand new Bike Safety Course that is sure to be a hit with kids of all ages! It features a realistic layout of Perth’s streets that gives children aged 4-11 years old hands on opportunities to learn pedestrian and bike travel safety skills. Hudson is only 3yo but he had a ball on his trike, going over the speed humps, stopping at the traffic lights, maneuvering around the roundabouts and stopping at the crosswalks to let other people go! His highlight though was the “ tool stop Read more…

Leafy Somerly Park in the northern suburb of Clarkson features a bright playground suitable for kids of all ages, including traditional play equipment mixed with some sensory play. On arriving and walking down the path and under a tall gazebo to the playground, the first things to grab Miss 4’s attention was the musical play equipment. A board with different shapes to drum on and chiming pipes of different heights and pitch stand at one end along with two spring rockers and a spinning toy. From here, she began exploring the main play structure, starting with the rubber swinging platforms. Read more…

A well-established strawberry farm in Wanneroo offering a great family picking experience. The farm is known for its friendly atmosphere and quality strawberries. Open: 2025 dates TBA – keep an eye on their Facebook page around August/September Cost: 2025 fees TBA For all current info visit their Facebook page Buggybuddys Review Sue and Tim’s Strawberry Farm, Wanneroo   Read more…

Hardcastle Park, Landsdale   Located in family-friendly Landsdale, Hardcastle Park is a delightful new playground for kids of all ages. Featuring nature play, tradition play equipment and a picnic space, it’s a great space to hang out with the family. On arriving, I was first struck by the large grassed area. This is perfect for throwing down a picnic blanket, kicking a ball around or playing with the family dog. We saw both occur during our visit. Miss 6 was immediately drawn to the traditional play equipment. This features climbing ladders, a rock climbing wall and a rope ladder to Read more…

If you are looking for a small but mighty suburban playground in the northern suburbs, the brand new playground at Drimmie Park in Clarkson has you covered. The main feature of the playground is a bright red replica of a World War II Catalina Seaplane which features a soft fall hill, climbing nets, and huge tunnel slide. Surrounding the seaplane are some cargo boxes which add to the endless fun of imaginative play! There is a swing set with a toddler swing and a normal swing. Bring your buckets and trucks because there is plenty of sand to play with… Read more…

Lollipops Playland Butler provides an exciting indoor play experience in Perth’s northern suburbs. This climate-controlled centre features extensive play equipment including multi-level climbing structures, spiral slides, ball pits, and a dedicated toddler zone for the littlest visitors. The facility includes an on-site café serving barista-made coffee, snacks, and light meals, allowing parents to relax while keeping an eye on their children. Birthday parties are a highlight, with themed party rooms and various packages available to create memorable celebrations.   Buggybuddys Review  Lollipop’s Playland, Butler   Read more…

A well-established strawberry farm offering visitors the opportunity to pick their own fresh, sweet strawberries. The farm provides a traditional picking experience in a friendly, welcoming environment where families can enjoy selecting the best berries straight from the plants. Open: 2025 dates TBA – keep an eye on their Facebook page around August/September Cost: 2025 fees TBA For all current info visit their Facebook page Note: It’s recommended to check their Facebook page before visiting for current availability, opening hours and picking conditions, as these can vary depending on weather and fruit availability. Read more…

The much awaited Akimos Beach Fitness Park is now open! If you are into fitness, then this park has it all. It features a “ freeletics “ area where you train with your own body weight, and also an area to practice parkour ( Miss 7 loved this ). There is a beautiful lush green Yoga Lawn adjacent and also a kids play area including awesome slide, swings and a log balance area which is perfect as adults can work out while keeping an eye on the kids the whole time, perfect! All the play equipment featured soft fall ground Read more…

Just a mere 45-minute journey north from Perth, you’ll find Treetops Adventure Yanchep, nestled within the bushlands of the beautiful Yanchep National Park. Spot the Western Grey Kangaroo as you glide high above the bush on one of the 16 ziplines, or wave at the Tawny Frogmouths as you wobble your way across 70+ challenging aerial obstacles.   Treetops Adventure Yanchep Ghost House Rd, Yanchep, 6035 yanchep@treetopsadventure.com.au 0455 421 312 READ OUR REVIEWS HERE: Treetops Adventure, Yanchep National Park   Treetops Adventure Dwellingup   Read more…

Located in Carramar, The Duke offers a modern British pub experience with a strong family-friendly focus. Standout Features: Kids eat free every Monday with purchase of a full-priced adult meal Modern British pub atmosphere Multiple dining spaces suitable for families Big screens for sports viewing Hearty pub-style food Perfect for: Family meals, casual dining, watching sports with the family, and taking advantage of the Monday kids eat free deal. Buggybuddys Review The Duke, Carramar       Read more…

Situated on the beach in Amberton Estate, Eglinton, this brand new playground is perfect for toddlers and is also fenced! Whilst not fully fenced, the majority is gated/fenced with the only escape being some wooden logs that leave it open, parents can sit on the grass near the logs through which I did, to catch any little escapees! Overlooking the ocean, the park is at the back of the estate with beautiful views. There is a new staircase down to the water, showers, lots of beautiful green grass and most importantly SHADE 🌳 The playground is fully covered with shade Read more…

The Banksia Grove Skate Park has been built with everybody in mind, from toddlers to teens – there is even plenty of seating for parents to sit back and relax while watching their kids play! Located at Grandis Park in Banksia Grove, the new skate park has already proved to be extremely popular with local kids, their friends and families. Banksia Grove Skate Park was designed in consultation with the local community through workshops and with feedback from students from Joseph Banks Secondary College. The skate park caters for beginner to advanced level skaters and includes a ‘closed flow’ bowl, Read more…

Every new playground popping up in Perth seems to be bigger and better than the one before, Shorehaven’s Treasure Island Adventure Playground is no different, although this playground has taken ‘play’ to a whole new and exciting level by creating a real-life treasure island. This adventure playground overlooking the Alkimos wreck not only encourages kids to climb, swing and slide, there is also a series of hidden clues, puzzles to solve and treasure to find. There are 6 treasure hunts to embark on at Shorehaven’s Treasure Island, all you need to do is collect your Captain’s Notebook from the sales Read more…