All Things to Do for Kids in Perth

Augustus Park located in Jane Brook is situated overlooking a beautiful lake. The main play area is mainly made up of ropes which is something different to the usual playground. So if your kids love climbing and hanging this is a park for them. The playground is based on sand and wood chips. Some of the rope equipment which is at the park is rope monkey bars, a wobbly wooden bridge, spider web climbing areas, rope bridges, and balance ropes. There are shade sails covering the playground for extra protection from the sun. There are tables overlooking the lake and Read more…

Penistone Park in Greenwood is a big, leafy community park that combines a fun Playground with serious sports facilities, making it a great spot for active families. Surrounded by tall gum trees, the Playground blends traditional equipment with nature play elements, so there’s plenty to keep a mix of ages entertained. The main Playground is set in sand and centres around a traditional climbing structure. Children can test their skills on the double rope ladder that feels a bit like boarding a ship, before moving across to bars for swinging, steps, a tunnel, a rope bridge, a fireman’s pole and Read more…

Warradale Park in Landsdale is home to one of Perth’s most heartfelt and thoughtfully designed play spaces. The fully fenced nature Playground on Southmead Drive was created in memory of toddler Sam Trott and stands as a beautiful tribute to the community spirit that surrounded his family. The City of Wanneroo worked closely with Sam’s family and the Autism Association of Western Australia to design a space that celebrates play while being especially considerate of children’s sensory needs and inclusivity, making this much more than a standard suburban park. You can read more about the background of the project on Read more…

Point Fraser Foreshore Reserve has a fresh new look thanks to a complete Playground renewal, transforming the space into a nature‑based play area right on the edge of the Swan River. Just a short stroll from the Perth CBD along Riverside Drive, this is a great stop for families with school‑aged kids who love climbing, balancing and exploring, with the bonus of gorgeous river views and wetlands all around. The original Point Fraser Playground, built in 2005, has been replaced with a more natural, landscaped play space designed to better meet community needs. The new layout still makes the most Read more…

Located at 96 Ross Street Gnangara, this welcoming farm offers a fantastic strawberry picking experience. The farm provides boxes for visitors to fill with fresh, sweet strawberries. It’s a great family outing where you can also purchase local garlic alongside your strawberry picking adventure. No booking is required and there’s no entry fee – you just pay for what you pick! Open: 2025 dates TBA – keep an eye on their Facebook page around August/September Cost: 2025 fees TBA (2024 season was $15 per box holding approximately 3kg) For all current info visit their Facebook page Note: This is a Read more…

Whitfords Nodes Ninja Warrior Course is a brilliant spot for active kids, teens and adults who love a challenge. Set within the Whitfords Nodes Health and Wellbeing Hub in Hillarys, this coastal park combines a serious ninja-style obstacle course with running tracks, outdoor gym equipment, Playgrounds and beach access, making it easy to turn a quick play into a full family day out. The ninja course itself feels like stepping onto the set of an obstacle TV show. You’ll spot familiar elements like the quintuple steps right at the starting line, followed by obstacles such as the spin cycle, cargo Read more…

Bells Rapids is a popular family-friendly picnic and walking spot on the Swan River, located in Brigadoon in the Perth Hills. Known for its picturesque rapids, rocky outcrops and suspension bridge, it’s a great place for kids to explore nature, throw stones in the water, spot birds and enjoy a bushwalk close to the city. Why Families Will Love It Scenic Suspension Bridge: Kids will love walking over the long wooden bridge with views of the rapids below. Great photo spot. Easy Riverside Exploring: Plenty of shallow edges (in low water) for supervised stone throwing and playing by the water’s Read more…

Located within the Ethel Warren Bullsbrook Community Centre at 3 Maroubra Ave, Bullsbrook Library is a family-friendly facility offering a range of services and programs. The library features unique amenities including a playground and parent privacy room, making it especially welcoming for families with young children. With extended hours on Tuesdays until 7pm, the library provides flexible access for working families. Regular Activities: Story Time (Monday to Friday) Rhyme Time (Weekly) Buggybuddys Review Bullsbrook Library, Bullsbrook   Read more…

Tony’s Summer Fruits in Carmel offers a family-friendly pick your own orchard experience in the beautiful Perth Hills. During peach season, the trees are loaded with sweet, juicy peaches ready to be picked straight from the tree – a great hands-on day out with the kids and a fun way to show them where their food comes from. Cost: Entry: $2 per person Fruit: $6 per kilogram (peaches and other seasonal fruit) Across the year, the farm also has other seasonal fruits available, including: Avocados Nectarines Plums Check ahead to see what’s in season before you go. Bring hats, sunscreen, Read more…

If there’s one thing Piara Waters is not short of, it’s a playground! Aspiri Park in Piara Waters is yet another brilliant small playground in the popular family-friendly suburb. There’s lots of elements packed into this playground including a little nature play, a big climbing net and a curvy slide that kids will love to ride again and again! Let’s explore… The main attraction is the climbing net, built on a wood chip base, which is sure to provide a lot of fun for kids of all ages. The slide has a fun twist, and is set into a soft-fall Read more…

The Aviation Heritage Museum located in Bull Creek provides a unique museum that collects, conserves, and gives a home to aircraft and other artefacts which make up Western Australian’s rich aviation history. The museum is the focus for many Royal Australian Air Force Association (RAAFA) commemoration activities with displays commemorating the achievements and sacrifice of Air Force personnel in war and peace. The Aviation Heritage Museum’s talented volunteers have designed, donated, and built an amazing array of aviation displays that include 30 aircraft and thousands of aviation pieces to help tell the story of our aviation history and heritage. The Read more…

Tucked just a short stroll from busy Westfield Innaloo, Millet Park – affectionately known as “Spider-Man Park” – is a leafy local favourite with plenty to keep active kids busy. The park combines a classic Playground, a huge climbing web, junior bike skills track and a beginner-friendly skate area, with lots of open space and paths for riding and scooting. The Playground gets its superhero nickname from the large rope climbing “web” that towers over the play space. The structure has two sides with rubber crow’s nest-style platforms near the top, giving confident climbers a fun challenge and a great Read more…

Located in South Lake, The Berrigan Bar & Bistro offers a modern, welcoming atmosphere perfect for family dining. Standout Features: Dedicated kids’ entertainment room featuring: Old fashioned arcade games Huge Connect 4 Smart TV Safe, supervised space where kids can play Kids Eat Free every Wednesday night* *Kids Eat Free Promotion: Available every Wednesday One free kids meal with each adult meal valued at $20 or more Valid for children 12 years and under For bookings: (08) 9417 4811 Perfect for: Family dinners, especially Wednesday nights, casual dining, and relaxed family gatherings where parents can enjoy their meal while kids Read more…

Peninsula Farm Cafe (formerly Tranby Tea House) is a beautifully renovated riverside cafe in Maylands, offering a perfect blend of heritage charm and modern dining. Located next to a historic farmhouse, this bright and airy venue provides both indoor and outdoor seating with stunning views over the Swan River. The cafe serves a thoughtfully crafted menu featuring wholesome options and treats, including a dedicated kids’ menu and convenient child-sized milkshakes. Stand-Out Features: Children’s playground with the best river views in Perth Kid-friendly play area featuring a mini cafe, balancing beams, and well-stocked toy box Option for picnic-style dining under trees Read more…

There’s yet another reason to make the South West town of Bunbury a stop on your next road trip – its brilliant Koolambidi Woola Youth Precinct. Koolambidi Woola is Noongar for ‘celebrating young people’. Here there’s a basketball court, parkour (for big and little kids), massive beach climbing net, skate park, and even mini golf! Next time you head south with your family, be sure to pack the skateboards and scooters! The new skate and scooter facilities are fantastic. Catering for beginner to advanced level skaters there are a lot of jumps, ramps and rails to encourage kids to work Read more…

Just 5 minutes drive from Garden City Shopping Centre, atop Wireless Hill, is a beautiful is Wireless Hill Nature Playspace. We arrived in the middle of the day, and amazingly the play area is naturally shaded by the surrounding trees, even at noon. It was so quiet and peaceful, with by birdsong come from the surrounding bush land. Miss almost 3 really enjoyed Wireless Hill Nature Playspace . She found lots of balancing beams, logs and rocks to climb. There are steps carved out of logs running up to a platform. A lot of the play area is surrounded by Read more…

Lollipops Playland Jandakot is an exciting indoor play centre offering a safe and engaging environment for children to explore and play. The air-conditioned facility features extensive play equipment including multi-level climbing frames, slides, ball pits, and a specially designed toddler area for younger visitors. Parents can relax in the café while supervising their children, enjoying barista-made coffee, snacks, and light meals. BUGGYBUDDYS REVIEW  Lollipop’s Playland Playcentre Jandakot Read more…

The Vic Park Market brings a unique themed experience to John MacMillan Park every Sunday morning from 8am to 12 noon. Each week offers something different, rotating through themes like “Pets in the Park” (with petting farms), “Health and Wellness”, “Artisans in the Park”, “Vintage in the Park”, and “Gardening in the Park” (on fifth Sundays). Run by the Rotary Club of Victoria Park, this community market combines fresh produce with themed activities and stalls in a beautiful park setting. Top Tip: Check the weekly theme before visiting to make the most of your experience – first Sunday for pets, Read more…

Located on Level 1 of Forrest Chase, B.Lucky & Sons is Perth’s unique arcade gaming venue featuring a quirky pawn shop theme. The venue offers arcade games, Strike bowling lanes, karaoke rooms, cocktail bar, and food menu including burgers, pizzas and share plates. Open daily with extended hours during school holidays (Mon-Thu 11am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11am-12am, Sun 12pm-8pm). Under 18s welcome until 8pm when accompanied by an adult, becoming strictly 18+ afterwards. Games range from $2-$5. Easily accessible via Perth Station (4-min walk) with nearby parking at CPP Citiplace. Perfect for casual gaming, parties, and social events. No reservations needed for Read more…

Sandy Beach Reserve has long been one of Bassendean’s most loved riverside spots, and the addition of the Sandy Beach Playspace has truly transformed it into a destination Playground. Tucked at the end of West Road right on the banks of the Swan River, the reserve combines wide open grass, shady mature trees and a sprawling nature play area that invites kids of all ages to climb, splash and explore for hours. The heart of the playspace is an impressive multi-level tower structure that immediately grabs the attention of adventurous kids. Two large timber towers are linked by bridges and Read more…

Located on Benara Road, Noranda WA 6062, this community-focused shopping centre is situated next to a sports complex and community centre, making it a central hub for local residents. Family-Friendly Amenities: Parents’ Room with baby change facilities (near Esprezzo) Outdoor table tennis table Family-oriented stores and services Pet-friendly facilities Read more…

Located in the heart of the new community at Mandogalup, Florence Estate Park is A playground that beautifully incorporates wooden beams for its play equipment. This spacious playground is nested beside rows of mature trees, providing scenic greenery, and playing in the park feels like you’re right next to nature. My girls headed straight to the main play area, where the big slide is. The tall climbing structure features various climbing wall panels for kids to use. Missy 6 had no trouble climbing onto all of them, but younger toddlers might find the tallest one daunting. The flooring of this Read more…

The Stirling Farmers Market is a genuine producer-to-consumer market operating every Sunday from 7:30am to 11:30am at the City of Stirling Administration Building (25 Cedric Street). Run by the Rotary Club of Karrinyup, this community-focused market ensures all produce is sold directly from growers and makers, guaranteeing fresh, local products. The market features a variety of stalls including fresh produce, and regularly hosts community stalls representing local charities and community groups. Operating rain or shine, it’s a reliable weekly destination for families seeking fresh, locally-sourced products. Top Tip: Arrive early (closer to 7:30am) for the best selection of fresh produce, Read more…

Located in Hamilton Hill, Carrington’s Bar & Grill offers a welcoming community tavern atmosphere perfect for family dining. Standout Features: Winner of AHA’s WA’s Best Steak Sandwich 2024 Family-friendly environment Kids eat free every Sunday (with minimum spend of $25.50 per adult per kids meal) Regular entertainment including live music and quiz nights Perfect for: Family Sunday lunches, casual dining, and community gatherings where both adults and children can enjoy quality food in a welcoming pub atmosphere.   Read more…

Canning Libraries offer diverse programs and activities for children and youth, creating safe and welcoming spaces for learning and entertainment. With a strong focus on early literacy, multicultural engagement, and digital skills, the libraries provide both traditional and modern programs for young people from birth to teens. Regular Programs Early Years (0-5) Stories and Rhymes sessions ABCD English Pre-kindergarten English language development Bilingual Storytime (Ages 3-5) Stories in English and other languages Better Beginnings Program Early literacy support for ages 0-5 Daily reading and singing encouraged School-Age Programs Weekend Activities After School Programs School Holiday Programs LibraryCraft (Ages 7-17) Read more…

Bicton Baths is a beautiful, family-friendly swimming spot on the Swan River, offering calm, sheltered water and plenty of space for kids to play. The distinctive U-shaped jetty is a big hit with confident swimmers who love jumping in and climbing back up the ladders, while the shallow areas closer to shore are ideal for toddlers and less confident swimmers to paddle and splash. Families can enjoy shell collecting, nature play and even a bit of snorkelling, with clear water and plenty of marine life to spot. On the grassed reserve above the river there are shady picnic areas, free Read more…

Northern Parklands is a brand new playground as part of a redevelopment in Bentley. The parklands were created with the input of local school children and teachers and the outcome was a play space that is quite different from the norm. There’s a street games strip which is such a great idea and includes hopscotch, noughts and crosses, basketball and netball, a climbing frame mini obstacle course and mini skateboarding course. There’s also a nature play area which includes a flying fox and a nest swing. My favourites were the running track and learn to cycle course! It was a Read more…

Jubilee Reserve, Eden Hill   Jubilee Reserve is a multi-use reserve with a great playground located in Eden Hill. With play equipment suitable for toddlers to tweens, this shaded, sand-free playground is sure to be a hit. On arrival, Miss 4.5 bolted straight for the climbing ropes. A large arched climbing structure with rope ladders, a climbing wall and rubbery platforms with a huge winner with my Miss and a 7 year old girl. A metal ladder also runs up the side of this structure, connecting it to a second climbing structure. This second structure features swinging ropes, a rope web, and Read more…

Located between The Camfield and the Matagarup Bridge in Stadium Park at Optus Stadium, the Optus Stadium Sensory Playground is a compact, fully fenced gem that’s ideal for a play before or after exploring the wider precinct. Designed with younger children and sensory play in mind, it’s one of those parks where you can easily lose a couple of hours while the kids run, climb and explore. The first thing that grabs kids’ attention is the large rope climbing frame built into a soft-fall hill, with a slide starting at the top. Because the entry to the slide is up Read more…

Facilities 50 metre, 8 Lane Indoor Heated Pool (heated at 27 degrees) 25 metre Leisure Pool with Beach Access (heated at 32 degrees) Gym – Health Club Group Fitness Studio Group Training Studio Wellness Studio Group Cycling Studio Spa / Sauna / Steam Meeting Rooms Birthday Parties Crèche Buggybuddys Review Melville Aquatic Leisure Complex, Leisurefit Booragoon   Read more…

Wanneroo Showgrounds Playground is a lovely little spot tucked inside the secure grounds of Wanneroo Showgrounds, making it a great option if you’ve got speedy little runners who like to explore. Accessed via Ariti Avenue, the Playground shares the space with the long-established skate park and community tennis courts, so there’s plenty here to keep a mix of ages entertained. The Playground itself is compact but engaging, with a fun green and purple colour scheme and equipment that suits younger children. Kids will love zooming down the curved slide, having a go on the swings or climbing aboard the rowboat Read more…

Honeycomb Park in Brabham is a buzzing community Playground that lives up to its name. Tucked within Peet’s Brabham Estate, not far from the Swan Valley and just around the corner from the much-loved Jungle Park, this 1.4 hectare green space is packed with play opportunities for kids of all ages, plus plenty to keep parents comfortable too.   The first thing you notice is the huge yellow and black honeycomb tower rising out of the park. The bespoke honeycomb play structure is designed for confident climbers, roughly 4 years and up, with ladders and platforms leading kids up through Read more…

Dayton Neighbourhood Park on Arthur Street is a brilliant community Playground that caters for a wide range of ages and abilities, making it a great option for families with mixed-age kids. Set back from the road with a large grassed area, it has plenty of space to play, run and relax. The main Playground is split across two primary structures. The first is geared more towards older or more confident children who love to climb. This structure is built around rope elements, with rope bridges and monkey bars encouraging kids to test their strength, balance and coordination. There’s a tunnel Read more…

Bayswater Riverside Gardens is a much‑loved riverside Playground and parkland that’s especially perfect for toddlers and young children. Stretching along both Milne Street and King William Street in Bayswater, it combines a fully fenced play space with big open lawns, river views and easy paths, making it a spot where families can comfortably spend a whole morning or afternoon. The Playground itself is designed with little ones in mind. It’s fully fenced and gated, with rubber soft fall underfoot and shade sails overhead in the warmer months, giving parents a bit more peace of mind. Inside the fence you’ll find Read more…

The Pottery Playroom is Perth’s only ceramic painting studio and cafe with a FREE soft play area (don’t forget your socks)!   READ OUR REVIEW: Pottery Playroom, Joondalup Read more…

The new Tomato Lake all-abilities playground has opened and it appears to be a big hit as it was very busy when we visited. The playground is in front between the cafe and the bbq picnic area. The bbq area has also been refreshed with new picnic tables. The playground has been designed to suit toddlers through to older kids, including those with disabilities. It is bright and colourful with soft fall base The playground features an inclusive seesaw, which is the only one of its kind in WA. There are a number of bench seats along the car park Read more…

Located in Yokine, Mid Century Cafe and Collectables offers a unique retro-vintage dining experience that takes you back to the 1950s, 60s, and 70s. Standout Features: Dedicated kids’ area featuring: Mini table and chairs Play kitchenette Range of toys Vintage entertainment including: Old board games 1960s magazines Retro decor and collectables available for purchase Location: 56 Michael Street, Yokine Perfect for: Family breakfast or lunch, coffee dates with kids, and a unique dining experience surrounded by nostalgic memorabilia.   Buggybuddys Review Mid Century Cafe, Yokine   Read more…

Set on the banks of the picturesque Leschenault Inlet, Sykes Foreshore Reserve is a brilliant family-friendly spot in Bunbury, offering a fantastic combination of fenced Playground, fun splash pad and calm inlet beach. It’s right next door to Discovery Parks – Bunbury Foreshore, making it an easy stop if you’re holidaying in the area, or a great day trip destination for locals. The centrepiece of the reserve is a large boat-themed Playground which ties into the area’s maritime history. In the late 1800s a ship was wrecked on this very shoreline, and at low tide you can still spot the Read more…