All Things to Do for Kids in Perth

The City of Melville Libraries offer an inclusive and vibrant environment for families with young children, featuring an extensive range of multicultural and bilingual programs. With locations at AH Bracks, Bull Creek, Civic Square, and Wilgi Kaartdijin Mia Willagee, these libraries provide engaging activities that celebrate diversity while fostering early literacy and social development. Regular Activities Storytime Sessions (Ages 2-5): Interactive storytelling sessions featuring stories, rhymes, and creative play, available multiple times per week across different branches. Sessions run for 30 minutes and include parent/carer participation. Rhyme Time (Ages 0-2): Engaging sessions designed for babies and toddlers, featuring interactive stories, Read more…

Deep Water Point Park has everything you could possibly want for a mums playgroup meet-up, coffee & cake with friends or on your own, stroll next to the river, family BBQ or family breakfast/lunch/dinner.  All that aside it’s also a stunning view of the Perth city skyline. The park is fully fenced and gated (one entrance and exit) and is covered by shade sails and mature trees shade. The play area is sand based surrounded by a grass verge and picnic table seating which were in full sun when I visited in the morning. The frame is suitable for crawling Read more…

Close to the cafe strip in Mount Lawley, we discovered a lush, green park with a shaded playground, lawn to run on and paths to ride a bike or scooter. The play equipment here includes a traditional playground with various climbing ladders, a fireman pole, a chain bridge for balancing, a twisty slide, monkey bars and a flying fox. Across a brick path, there are also two individual spring rockers shaped like a train and a plane, and a four-way rocker with frogs and horses heads, two toddler swings and two regular swings, a rope net spinner, and ball-shaped spinner. Read more…

Pears on Pottery is a welcoming pottery painting studio located in the heart of Mount Hawthorn. This creative space offers families a relaxing artistic experience where both adults and children can paint their own pottery pieces. The studio runs daily paint sessions, Friday night painting events, and hosts birthday parties and special events. Open most days with extended hours during school holidays, it’s perfect for a creative family outing or special occasion. No experience is necessary, and all materials are provided. The studio offers both walk-in sessions and bookable time slots, with gift vouchers available for that special creative gift. Read more…

Strive Park, Girrawheen   Strive Park is a small park located in the Blackmore Park Estate, in Girrawheen. The playground here features nature play elements, some traditional play elements, and a bike and scooter track. It’s sure to be a hit with the kids! Miss 6 loved the traditional part of the playground first. She headed straight for the swings and climbing equipment. There are three swings available. Two regular swings and a birds nest swing. Adjacent to the swing are wooden climbing poles with foot hold pegs. These are quite tall and great for kids who enjoy climbing. On Read more…

The Local Farmers Market operates at two convenient locations in Perth’s southern suburbs: Honeywood Market (Wandi) – Every Sunday 8am-12noon, located on the oval next to Honeywood Primary School on Litoria Drive Cockburn Market (Yangebup) – Every Saturday 8am-12noon at Nicholson Reserve on Dotterel Way These community-focused markets bring local producers and artisans together, offering fresh produce and locally made goods in family-friendly settings. The convenient morning timing and outdoor locations make them perfect weekend destinations for families. Top Tip: Plan your weekend around both markets – visit Cockburn on Saturdays and Honeywood on Sundays for fresh weekly supplies. The Read more…

Joe Saunders Park in Champion Lakes is a great place to take the kids with plenty on offer for all ages. Set amongst the backdrop of the very impressive purpose built/man-made lake and close to the Champion Lakes Regatta Centre – which hosts rowing, canoeing, dragon boating and triathlon events throughout the year.  The playground itself is set on white sand with plenty of wooden structures including a great climbing fort with slides. swing setplay kitchenbalancing and climbing logs and rocksrope bridge and shade sails for warmer days. It does get hot and the UV seems to be high any time Read more…

Rickman Delawney Reserve, Balcatta The playground at Rickman Delawney Reserve in the leafy suburb of Balcatta has recently undergone an upgrade. Gone is the dated old playground, and in it’s place stands a new climbing structure with a huge slide, toddler equipment and lots more! The whole family will enjoy this new play area.  On arrival, Miss 8 was wowed by the new slide. The old play area had one of the standard twisty slides that everyone knows. The newly refreshed playground features a new, tall tube slide, designed by playground specialists Imagination Play. To access this, children must climb 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…

This brand new park is situated in the Constellation release in Atlantis Beach Estate. Featuring climbing structures, swings, turfed open areas and shaded seating it’s the perfect place for picnics and play all year round. Miss 7 and Miss 5 headed straight for the spinning roundabout which was a huge hit. They spent a lot of time here spinning and giggling together! The park is mostly sand pit based. There is a large winding footpath stretching around the park which was perfect for scooting. One of the main features was the huge rope climbing structure. Master 3 loved climbing up Read more…

Looking for an outdoor adrenalin-based activity? Then Next Level Monkey Business is for you. Our brand new Zipline & Ropes course is a great way to challenge your fears and push yourself to the Next Level.  With the highest level of safety, minimal age restrictions and our fabulous supportive staff encouraging you, your inner monkey will be unleashed! Swing, climb and zip your way around this gorgeous setting in the valley at Clancy’s Fish Pub! A MUST DO DOWN SOUTH EXPERIENCE. KIDS DRIVING YOU MAD! ON THEIR DEVICE ALL DAY AND NIGHT. WONT LISTEN, CLEAN THEIR ROOMS!  DO AS THEY Read more…

Millet Park, Innaloo Around the corner, not far away from busy Westfield Innaloo, is Millet “Spider-Man” Park. This green leafy park features climbing equipment, a small traditional playground, and now a skate facility and junior bike track. There’s something for everyone!  The park gets its nickname from the large climbing “web” that is a prominent feature. It has two sides with rubber crows nest type platforms near the top. In the bottom level, there are six Tarzan-style pommel swings to hang from. Kids aged four and over will get the most out of these climbing ropes. For younger children, there Read more…

Just outside of Mandurah, tucked away in suburbia is Meadow Springs Quarry Adventure Park. Its size is deceiving from the road, with a lush green grassed area and playground visible, however, it extends back and down into the quarry. The first playground you come across is a traditional style one, with a lovely big spider net swing, fun stepping stones, slides, stairs, climbing challenges and some rockers. Hiding under one of the climbing walls were even some dinosaurs to be found. This playground is perfect for younger children, my toddler had an absolute ball here. If you walk further back Read more…

Burns Beach Foreshore Playground is a little hidden gem of a family play area.  Don’t be mistaken with this playground and the Burns Beach Cafe Playground, yes there are two playgrounds! From the Sistas Beach Cafe and car park walk along the pathway, North and you’ll be greeted with a huge open space, BBQ’s and playground approximately 10mins walk away. You can also access the playground and parking from Beachside Drive, off Grand Ocean Entrance, off Marmion Avenue. The play frame is suitable for 2.5yr olds +, there are a few open gaps on the platform of the frame where Read more…

The Fremantle Esplanade Playground and surrounding space cater for all ages. It is situated on Marine Terrace, opposite the Esplanade Hotel. The playground is surrounded by huge Norfolk Island Pines and green grass making it a great spot for a picnic. The playground has a low-level play structure and low swing which are perfectly suited to crawlers or toddlers. The structure has steps, lookout platform and a slide. There are also four other swings, a toddler swing, a high back swing for babies and two normal swings. To the side, there is also a bird’s nest swing. There is a Read more…

Promenade Park is tucked amongst apartment buildings in Burswood. It has recently been updated with new playground equipment. We stopped by for a play recently and found it had a lot of different activities to keep little ones occupied. There were a number of board activities such as a word search, ball maze and line up 4 which added extra interaction and different activities to the usual playground equipment. There was also a number of sound-related activities with a rainmaker, whisper tubes and music maker. You’ll find a double swing with a toddler swing and a standard swing. There is Read more…

Point Fraser Foreshore Reserve is a must visit if you’re heading into the city for the day with older kids. The equipment in this park is more suited towards school-aged children due to the equipment and steep hills around the landscape of the park. We made our journey to the Point Fraser Reserve directly from the city, it’s very easy to find if you just follow the river edge. We came across a boardwalk which headed out towards the centre of an inlet from the main river.  The kids enjoyed the walk and spotting wildlife in the river and the Read more…

Just off of Main Street in Balcatta is Conway Reserve, a bright, colourful playground surrounded by a grassy park. Conway Reserve is partially fenced with a path running from Harrison Street to Archibald Street, and a large grassed area for ball games or exercising the dog. The playground structure features two slides of different sizes, climbing ladders, a fireman pole, a tunnel and a bridge. At one end there is a flying fox and bars for older children to climb and swing on. Separate to this, there are two swings, both normal and toddler, and two spring rockers, one a single Read more…

The historic Gosnells Hotel, built in 1907, is a charming family-friendly pub that combines traditional hospitality with modern amenities. As the oldest public building in the City of Gosnells, this venue offers a spacious bistro serving fresh pub classics 7 days a week. The hotel maintains its historic charm while catering to contemporary families, featuring both indoor and outdoor dining spaces and a unique in-house tram car that adds character to the main bar area. Stand-Out Feature: Outdoor playground for children, plus the novel indoor tram car with comfy benches and TV screens that entertains both kids and adults alike. Read more…

Ape Escape is a jungle-themed indoor play centre where kids can swing, climb and jump while developing essential movement skills. This non-competitive gymnastics facility offers something for everyone from toddlers to teens. Activities Toddler Play Sessions: Safe, padded environment with trampolines, silk hammocks, flying foxes and balance equipment. Inclusive Play: Low-stimulation sessions with calming music and limited numbers for children of all abilities. Gymnastics Classes: Kindy Gym (3-5 years) and After-School Classes (4-13 years) focusing on fun movement without competitive pressure. School Holiday Programs: Various structured and unstructured sessions to keep kids active during breaks. Birthday Parties: Exclusive play floor Read more…

Hesperia Park in Ellenbrook is a fantastic new playground that features a big slide and 7 meter high lookout tower! As well as the playground, the park has plenty of grass with a big kick about area, shady spots, an exercise zone, nature play and lots of footpaths, perfect for a scoot. There are several ways to get to the top of the large metal slide tower. A gradual slope winds up to the middle level of the tower. From here there’s still a steep ladder to climb. Or take the ladders from the ground, all the way to the Read more…

A new nature play area has opened at Warradale Park in Landsdale, built in memory of toddler Sam Trott. This lovely playground honours those who came together and embraced a community strength and spirit that will never be forgotten. It is located on the Southmead Drive side of Warradale Park. The playground is great for toddlers as it is fully fenced with one double-gated entry point, and has play equipment suitable for a range of ages. There is a combination of some traditional play equipment and a lot of nature-based elements. The traditional elements include two slides, rockers and a Read more…

My kids think the Catalina Beach Park in Mindarie is AWESOME! The first thing the kids did when we arrived was climb to the top of the 8-metre tall tower, before racing down ‘the steepest slide they have ever seen’! As they raced down one by one they let out terrifying screams… then immediately raced back to the top to go down again and again! The climb to the top of the tower is an easy and safe climb for confident kids. To reach the first platform there is a steel or rope ladder. On this level there is a Read more…

Beatty Park Leisure Centre, established in 1962, is a comprehensive aquatic facility located at 220 Vincent Street, North Perth. The centre features six heated pools (three indoor and three outdoor), plus a brand new water playground and wellness facilities, making it perfect for family swimming year-round. Buggybuddys Review Beatty Park Leisure Centre Read more…

If you’ve ducked into Woolies at the Banksia Grove Shopping Centre recently, you’ll have probably noticed a new play area near the entrance. The bright and colourful play space has something to amuse most kids. The first thing we noticed was the slide. The ladder for this is built inside what looks like colourful metal crates. There is a rope net in the bottom and mid-level to climb over to get to the ladder. Littler children may need some assistance to climb up, as we found Miss 3.5 did. Our friend’s 12 year old daughter helped her and made sure Read more…

Located in the heart of Claremont, this beautifully restored historic hotel (established 1886) offers multiple family-friendly dining spaces and entertainment options. Standout Family Features: Dedicated family-friendly courtyard with kids’ play area Claremont Kid’s Club every Saturday (2pm – 5pm) Multiple dining spaces suitable for families Dining Areas: The Blue Lounge – relaxed family dining with indoor and courtyard options The Courtyard – alfresco dining with children’s play area The Bay Lounge – full table service restaurant Main Bar – casual dining     Perfect for: Family lunches and early dinners, weekend activities with kids, casual dining, and special occasions where Read more…

The Kalamunda Night Market, run by the Kalamunda Chamber of Commerce, transforms the Central Mall area into a vibrant family-friendly destination on selected Friday nights from 5pm to 9pm. Located between Haynes Street and Mead Street, extending past the Town Hall to Barber Street, these markets feature local artisans, food trucks, entertainment, and street performers. The traffic-free environment creates a safe carnival atmosphere where families can shop, dine, and enjoy live music while supporting local businesses. Markets operate monthly from September through May, with special events including Christmas Markets at Stirk Park. Top Tip: Allow plenty of time to find Read more…

Located on Clieveden Street in North Perth, the Kyilla Community Farmers’ Market is a welcoming Saturday morning market operating from 8:00am to 11:30am. This local community market brings together various vendors offering fresh produce and goods. Top Tip: Sign up for their weekly newsletter to receive the latest stall list and plan your shopping ahead. The mid-morning start time makes it perfect for families, but arriving closer to 8am ensures you get the best selection. Follow their Facebook page (KyillaFarmersMarket) for the most up-to-date information about vendors and any special events. The market’s compact community setting makes it easy to Read more…

Deep Water Point reserve in Mount Pleasant is a very popular spot for swimming, boating, water sports, picnics and birthday parties. Over the past year, this widely popular spot has undergone some extensive changes and the final stage is now complete and reopened in the last week. The upgrade includes a new boating ramp, new foreshore revetment works, new climbing frame for kids, new set of swings, picnic benches and tables and bbq pits. There is also a new Dome cafe onsite. The newly constructed playspace, specially designed for the little ones is now complete. It is located adjacent to the Read more…

Located in the heart of Southern River, Brooklands Tavern offers a welcoming family-friendly dining experience with excellent facilities for children. Standout Features: Large children’s playground Spacious, light-filled Family Bistro Sports Bar with 11 big screens Multiple dining areas Perfect for: Family dinners, casual dining, special occasions, and relaxed meals where children can enjoy the playground while parents dine. Buggybuddys Review Brooklands Tavern   Read more…

At our weekly shop on Saturday we were very excited to see that Floreat Forum shopping centre has just opened a new playground in the outdoor area by the cafes/restaurants. Previously there had just been a couple of small things for toddlers to play on but now there is a proper playground complete with shade sails. Features of Floreat Forum playground include a little ‘café’ with a table and chairs and a counter, complete with prices on a board at the front. There are a couple of noughts and crosses games build in and the playground comes with a wobbly Read more…

Keane’s Point playground is one of my favourite playgrounds.  It is situated on the bank of the Swan River in Peppermint Grove next to the Royal Freshwater Bay Yacht Club. There are two sand-based play areas at Keane’s Point Playground, both covered by sunshades, next to each. Each playground caters for different ages and is very well equipped and there is plenty to keep the kids amused! The smaller play area which is suitable for children aged 5 and under. There is a tripod swing in the older children’s playground which is always very popular and there is also a mini Read more…

MacDonald Park Padbury features an amazing scooter/bike track for young children, nature and traditional play elements and a huge sporting oval – there is something for everyone! The scooter/bike track complete with road signs, pedestrian crossings and bike/scooter parking areas was the highlight for my 7 and 2 year olds! Not only did they have lots of fun navigating the roundabouts, twisting roads and speed humps, they also learnt plenty of road rules along the way! There is a small dirt track as well where the kids enjoyed getting their wheels dirty! A fuel station and ice cream truck to Read more…

Wicca Park is a great park with green grass, lovely large trees, picnic facilities, playground and huge rope climbing structure. It is located in Kewdale not far from the Belmont Forum and Reading Cinemas. The playground is sand based and has swings, slide and climbing frame. The swings are normal swings. The climbing structure has monkey bars, small flying fox and slide. This area is shaded naturally by the trees surrounding it. It was nicely shaded the day we visited. Not far away from this playground is the rope climbing structure which is on a soft fall base. Again this Read more…

Adventurescape is a $3.5 million farm-themed playground located next to the existing two hectare lake in the Satterley Austin Lakes Estate, South Yunderup. Adventurescape features so many fun and interesting pieces of play equipment that we are sure that is will be a big hit with the local community and visitors to the region. There is a huge 9-metre tall climbing windmill tower and slide. A large pig that is part cubby part slide. A 35-metre flying fox. Old farm tractors half submerged in the sand. There are heaps of small wooden farm animal play sculptures dotted around the play 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…

Step back in time while enjoying modern cinema at Perth’s last remaining drive-in theatre. Galaxy Drive-In Theatre in Kingsley offers a unique and nostalgic movie-watching experience where you can enjoy the latest releases from the comfort of your car. This beloved Perth institution combines retro charm with contemporary entertainment, making every visit a memorable occasion. Operating Hours: Open Tuesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday Gates open: 7:00pm Movie starts: 7:45pm Seasonal timing adjustments may apply Special Features: Perth’s only operational drive-in theatre FM radio sound system (89.5FM) Multiple screens available Modern digital projection Clear view parking layout Family-friendly environment   Buggybuddys Read more…

In the heart of Glen Forrest you’ll find an absolute hidden gem of a playground at Morgan John Morgan Reserve.  The leafy spot in the Perth Hills is known locally as “The Train Park”. It’s made up of a large sandpit area with a play frame, but what really makes it unique is its life size replica train! Little train fanatics that love Thomas or Chuggington will love some imaginative play on the locomotive, which also features two carriages. Kids can climb up the small ladder, onto the train and be a driver or sit in the carriage! There are even shaded table and chairs inside the carriage, so it’s a fun spot to have lunch! The train also features a slide and some Read more…

Avocados Bar & Grill is a picturesque family and pet-friendly venue located in Kelmscott, offering riverside dining just 35 minutes from Perth CBD. Standout Family Features: Gated children’s playground Kid’s menu with various options Multiple seating options: Indoor dining Outdoor seating Riverside tables Large tables perfect for family gatherings River exploration opportunities   Top Tip: Keep a close eye on young children due to the riverside location. Consider visiting in different seasons for varying experiences – winter offers dramatic water views as the river cascades over the bridge. Buggybuddys Review Avocados Bar & Grill, Kelmscott Read more…