All Things to Do for Kids in Perth

Located at 49 Safety Bay Road, Naragebup is a community-run environmental education center operated entirely by volunteers. The center offers environmental education programs, hosts school excursions, and community events focused on sustainability and conservation. Features include educational displays, recycling initiatives, and various environmental activities. Open Thursday to Sunday, 10am-3pm (closed Monday-Wednesday). The venue is available for hire and welcomes volunteers interested in environmental education and conservation. Perfect for school groups, families, and anyone interested in environmental learning. A non-profit organization built by the community, for the community. Read more…

Gear up for an adrenaline-fueled day out at the Bayswater BMX and Mountain Bike Facility, nestled beneath the arches of the Mooro-Beeloo Bridge in Bayswater. This exciting addition to the outdoor adventure scene caters to riders of all skill levels, promising thrills and spills for beginners and seasoned daredevils. At the heart of the action lies a junior pump track, perfect for budding riders to hone their skills on gentle bumps and turns. Meanwhile, intermediate riders can test their ability on the versatile pump track, offering a variety of routes to suit every level of bravery. For those craving a more Read more…

Rockingham Libraries offer comprehensive programs for children from birth to school age, with multiple locations providing free, educational activities that support early literacy, STEAM learning, and creative development. The libraries feature specialized programs across different age groups, a Toy Library, and various digital resources to support children’s learning and development. Regular Programs Early Years (0-2.5 years) Rhyme Time (Ages 0-2) Available at multiple locations Weekly sessions Songs, rhymes, and finger plays Toddler Time (12 months-2.5 years) Multiple weekly sessions Available at all branches Saturday sessions available at Mary Davies Library Preschool (2-5 years) Story Time Weekly sessions during school term 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…

Serpentine Dam has long been a favourite Perth Hills day trip, and the Playground here makes it even more enticing for families. The fenced and gated play space is inspired by the surrounding forest and rocky landscape, and sits just a short stroll from the dam and Bistro By the Dam café. It’s a brilliant base for a full day of exploring, playing and picnicking. The Playground has been designed with a wide range of ages in mind, with most of the equipment low to the ground so even toddlers can confidently have a go. Little ones will love 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…

If you’re looking for a playground that’s great for imaginative play, Albacore Park in Sorrento might be for you. It has a fun castle play structure that’s sure to get little imaginations going. Unlike a lot of playgrounds, Albacore Park’s main structure is wooden, giving it a more nature-based feel. The first thing we spotted was the two slides, one straight, one bumpy. These are connected by a low middle platform with a wooden ladder and a rope ladder leading up to the slides. A fireman’s pole comes down at one end, and a ladder of stacked rubber platforms that Read more…

Kent Street Weir Pump Track is now part of a much bigger, thoughtfully redeveloped precinct on the banks of the Canning River, making it a brilliant destination for families with kids who ride – and for those who’d rather explore, picnic or play nearby. The asphalt pump track itself has been professionally designed and built by Common Ground to suit all skill levels, from wobbly beginners on balance bikes to confident BMX and mountain bike riders. There are two flowing, endless loops featuring rollers, berms, jumps and a dedicated jump line for more advanced riders who enjoy getting some air. Read more…

If you’re looking for a new park to explore with the kids, Napoli Park in Catalina Beach, Mindarie is well worth a visit. Located at the end of Portofino Promenade, this 1.62-hectare park is a beautifully designed space with plenty to offer for families. With a mix of adventure, nature, and relaxation, it’s a great spot for kids to burn off energy while parents unwind.   The playground is packed with fun and interactive elements. A multi-level play tower sits at the heart of the space, complete with climbing nets and a fireman’s pole for little daredevils. Nearby, two smaller Read more…

A little off the beaten track is a neighbourhood gem – Robin Reserve in Sorrento. There’s lots of fun to be had at this bright and vibrant playground including lots of traditional equipment, sand play and so much space to run and play a game of footy. There’s a stack of shaded parking, opposite the oval. From here it’s a short one minute walk to the playground around the corner. Take a scooter along for kids to ride on the pavement. The metal play equipment is partly shaded by trees and built on a mix of sand and soft fall Read more…

Get ready to battle it out paintball style! Paintball Skirmish Swan Valley offers an awesome unique experience for every occasion from kids to adults. Set in the natural bushland you can unleash your wild side while having an absolute ball. Paintballing is suitable for ages 12yrs to adults and Splatball is suitable for 8-11yrs.   Home Read more…

Baillie Hill in East Victoria Park is a new family-friendly lifestyle precinct built around the historic Elizabeth Baillie site, with multiple eateries, big lawn areas and dedicated spaces for kids to play. It’s designed as a relaxed village-style destination where families can eat, wander and hang out all in one spot. Stand Out Feature A fully fenced and gated Playground, Milly’s Playspace, sits right beside shaded picnic seating so parents can enjoy a coffee or meal while keeping a clear eye on the kids. Top Tip Head down on a sunny morning or afternoon so the kids can make the Read more…

Tucked within Somerly in Clarkson, Drimmie Park is a compact suburban Playground that packs in plenty of adventure for local families. Set along Aviator Boulevard, this bright and playful park is perfect for a quick after-school run-around or a weekend play stop when you don’t want to travel far from home. The hero of Drimmie Park is the striking bright red World War II–style Catalina seaplane structure. Kids will love clambering up the soft-fall hill to reach the plane, tackling the climbing nets and whooshing back down the huge tunnel slide. The design invites loads of imaginative play – think Read more…

Located at May Drive Parkland (also known as “Dinosaur Park”) in Kings Park, Zamia Cafe offers a perfect blend of casual dining and family entertainment. This popular cafe serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch seven days a week, with both indoor and alfresco dining options available. Standout Features: Overlooks the famous May Drive Parkland playground with dinosaur statues Kids’ menu includes healthy options and popular items like fluffy pancakes Convenient takeaway window for coffee, drinks, and snacks Picnic platter pre-ordering available for park celebrations High chairs available and booking system with waitlist option Location: 50 May Drive, Kings Park Perfect for: Read more…

High Horse brings a fresh, modern approach to family dining in Claremont, offering a bright and spacious setting where parents can relax while kids explore. The venue’s thoughtful design combines café culture with family-friendly features, creating a welcoming atmosphere that appeals to all ages. The spacious interior flows seamlessly between dining and retail spaces, while efficient service ensures a relaxed experience for families. Standout Features: A dedicated playroom equipped with toys and activities keeps little ones entertained, while the outdoor playground provides additional entertainment options. The café offers a diverse menu with kid-friendly options, including fresh pastries and ready-made meals Read more…

Watermans Bay Playground is a hidden treasure, set back off the main West Coast Drive over-looking the sea.  You can easily miss the turning as it’s such a small off-road down to a car park for approximately 30 cars. You’ll first come to the BBQs and picnic table and carry on and you’ll see the walk-way to the small bit of beach and rocks.  Next you’ll see the full fenced playground and a large area of grass suitable for ball games. The fenced playground is set in sand and consists of a play frame with climbing nets and slide. There are Read more…

After years of passionate campaigning from local kids and teens, Cottesloe finally has its own skate park and pump track – and it’s a beauty. Perched at John Black Dune Park, just behind the Cottesloe Tennis Club and a short walk from the beach, this coastal skate spot combines epic views with a thoughtfully designed facility that genuinely caters for a wide range of ages and abilities. The setting alone makes it feel special; riders can drop in for a session and then wander down to the water or grab a drink from nearby cafes. The main skate bowl is Read more…

Located at City West Centre in Perth, Scitech is Western Australia’s leading science centre offering interactive STEM experiences for all ages. Features include engaging exhibitions, a digital planetarium, live science shows, puppet theatre, and hands-on activities. The centre hosts regular special events, workshops, and educational programs for schools. Highlights include the Rio Tinto Innovation Central, WA Science Zone, Discoverland for young children, and rotating feature exhibitions. Open daily 9am-4pm with multiple daily shows including planetarium sessions and science demonstrations. Perfect for family outings, school excursions, and birthday parties. Café and Discovery Shop on-site. Membership options available. Buggybuddys Reviews Destination Mars Read more…

Seacrest Park in Sorrento is a brilliant all‑rounder for families, combining a fully fenced Playground with a big community oval and plenty of room to run, ride and play. Tucked just off Seacrest Drive, it’s the kind of local park where you can easily pop in for a quick play after school and end up staying much longer than planned. The Playground itself is completely enclosed, which is a huge bonus if you have little ones who like to wander. Inside the fence you’ll find a generous sand play area with soft fall around the edges and under the swings. Read more…

Sandow Park is a little gem of a park is hidden away in Clarkson. It’s located on the corner of Marmion Ave and Hester Ave but you wouldn’t know it from within the park itself. It’s set downhill and behind trees hiding most of the traffic and ensuring that children and pets can’t dash onto busy roads. It’s a small local park, with no barbecues, shelters or toilets but it’s got some of our favourite play equipment. There are swings and slides, various climbing opportunities and steep bridges to cross. One low part of the climbing structure is perfect for Read more…

With 83 stunning bays and beaches, Rottnest Island is Western Australia’s favourite island paradise, located just off the Perth coast. Get the family together and choose one of the many exciting and engaging touring options or hire a bike and cycle around the island at your own pace. Swim and snorkel in one of the picturesque Mediterranean style beaches (classed as some of the world’s best) and don’t forget to get a selfie with the ‘world’s happiest animal’ – the quokka.   Buggybuddys Review SeaLink Rottnest     Read more…

Kwinana Public Library is a vibrant community space offering an extensive range of children’s programs and resources. With extended hours until 7pm Monday through Thursday, the library provides diverse activities for children of all ages, from babies to school-age kids, including a unique Toy Library service and access to both physical and digital resources. Regular Children’s Activities: Baby Bounce (0-12 months) – Songs, rhymes and simple stories Rhythm and Rhymes (1-2 years) – Interactive sessions with parachute play, stories, songs, and musical instruments Storytime (3-5 years) – Stories, singing and craft activities Toy Library Service – Borrow up to 3 Read more…

Peel Alehouse is afamily-friendly venue located in Halls Head, offering a welcoming bistro environment with quality food and service. The establishment prides itself on using local Western Australian produce and providing a comfortable dining experience for all ages. Stand-Out Features: Dedicated kids’ play area Family-friendly bistro section Separate sports bar for adults Versatile function spaces for family events Locally sourced menu options Top Tip: Visit during regular bistro hours (11:30am – 9:00pm daily) for the full family menu selection, including dedicated kids’ and seniors’ options. Buggybuddys Review Peel Alehouse   Read more…

Pioneer Park in Gosnells is one of those parks that feels like a little “secret” the first time you visit. It sits close to the Canning River and, because much of the play and picnic area is tucked below street level, you can arrive nearby and still not immediately see the hub of activity. That hidden-away feeling is part of the charm, and it makes the park feel calmer and more sheltered than you’d expect so close to the town centre. One of the standout features here is the approach. Centennial Pioneer Park has an extensive pathway network and a Read more…

  Kids Eat Free | Monday to Thursday Get a free kid’s meal with each main meal purchased from The Alcove restaurant located at Joondalup Resort. The Alcove has modern surrounds complemented by floor-to-ceiling windows which create a warm and inviting indoor dining experience. This offer is available from 5pm – 7pm, Monday to Thursday at The Alcove Restaurant. Bookings are recommended. *Kids eat free is available exclusively at The Alcove Restaurant with the purchase of a main meal from the Restaurant Dining Menu. This offer is valid for children aged 12 and under and cannot be combined with any Read more…

The City of Stirling Libraries offer an extensive range of engaging programs and activities across their branches, catering to all ages from babies to adults. With locations including Dianella, Inglewood, Karrinyup, Mirrabooka, Osborne, and Scarborough, these libraries provide innovative spaces for learning, creativity, and community connection, featuring everything from traditional storytimes to cutting-edge technology programs. Regular Children’s Activities Baby Rhymetime (Ages 0-2) Available across all branches on various days Focuses on early development, social skills, and literacy No bookings required Multiple sessions throughout the week Preschool Storytime (Ages 2-5) Regular sessions at all branches Includes stories, songs, and interactive activities Read more…

Clarkson Reserve, Maylands   Clarkson Reserve is a hidden gem in the leafy suburb of Maylands. It features a small nature playground, bike and scooter paths and gorgeous river views. On arriving, Miss 4 raced to the play area. This is mostly sand-based and features wooden balancing beams and flat logs to hop across. There is also a large birds nest swing surrounded by a wood chip base. This was a hit! Miss 4 kept going back to play here. The main feature of the playground, however, is the wooden play fort. Children can access this via a climbing wall 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…

South Perth Esplanade Playground is set within the Sir James Mitchell Park and is a short walk from the Mends Street Jetty making this an ideal playground to visit on public transport. The playground is sand based and covered with shade sails. South Perth Esplanade Playground overlooks the River Swan and is surrounded by mature trees, large grassy areas, a cycle path, picnic shelters and BBQs.  Making this a great playground and park for birthday parties, picnics and playdates. There is a great selection of play equipment for toddlers including this fun bus.   There are also lots of climbing nets, Read more…

North CY O’Connor Beach Playground is a gorgeous little nautical-themed spot right on the North Coogee foreshore, perfect for a play before or after a run on the dog beach. Tucked beside the car park at the end of Rollinson Road and Robb Road, the Playground makes the most of its seaside setting with sweeping ocean views, grassy picnic spaces and direct access to CY O’Connor Beach. The star of the show is the SS Wyola steam tug–inspired play structure, a custom-built tugboat that celebrates the historic wreck just offshore. Kids can clamber aboard using rope ladders and nets and Read more…

If you’ve got a dinosaur-obsessed toddler, Dino Park in Sienna Wood is absolutely worth the drive. Tucked into the growing family community of Sienna Wood in Hilbert, this compact prehistoric-themed Playground has been designed especially with under-fives in mind, making it a great option for younger siblings who can sometimes be overwhelmed by larger, busier play spaces. The park is set at the intersection of Pembina Parade and Brighstone Avenue, and as you arrive you’ll spot the star of the show – a giant T-Rex skeleton structure that little ones can clamber over, under, through and around. It’s low to Read more…

Located in the peaceful and picturesque neighbourhood of Bletchley Park Estate in Southern River, Lane Gardens Park provides not one but two fantastic playgrounds to cater for children of all ages. Both sand-based playgrounds are situated beside each other, with one more suitable for children under 5, featuring a toddler-friendly play area, and the other a larger playground for older, adventurous children.   Older kids will enjoy the adventurous playground, which stands higher in height, with the taller slide and more climbing elements. The play structure features a climbing hill that leads up to a ramp for the playground, and Read more…

Edgecombe Bros is a charming, rustic winery in the Swan Valley that perfectly balances sophisticated dining with family-friendly features. This welcoming venue offers both indoor and outdoor dining with stunning vineyard views, serving everything from hearty breakfast buffets to popular Friday night burgers. The casual, relaxed atmosphere makes it an ideal destination for family gatherings, with reasonable prices and generous portion sizes to satisfy hungry families. Standout Family Features: Gated playground with slides and climbing frame Shaded play area with grassy spaces for running around Alfresco seating overlooking the play area Family-friendly events throughout the year Live music on Fridays Read more…

Rockingham has a fantastic reason for families to get outdoors and play: the Churchill Playground is a SEAsational destination for kids and parents alike. Designed to take little explorers on an adventure that flows from the forest to the sea, this much-loved space offers a mix of fun that keeps children entertained and grown-ups happy all year round. From the moment you step into the playground, it’s clear how much thought has gone into the design. Kids can rock, climb, slide, and spin to their hearts’ content, with equipment that sparks imagination and encourages plenty of active play. The forest-and-sea Read more…

Tucked away at the end of Banrock Drive in the Annie’s Landing estate, this beautiful district playspace is a brilliant destination park for families in Ellenbrook and the Swan Valley. The Playground sits within Brockman Park and has been designed to blend into its natural bushland setting, with plenty of sand, logs, rocks and trees creating a real “adventure in the bush” feel rather than a standard suburban park. The playspace is laid out in “play pockets” for different age groups, all linked by meandering pathways. Older kids are drawn straight to the big-ticket equipment, including a large spider-web climbing Read more…

Banksia Grove Skate Park at Grandis Park has been designed with the whole family in mind, making it a brilliant local hangout from toddler age right through to teens. Set on the corner of Grandis Boulevard and Pinjar Road, the skate park quickly became a favourite with Banksia Grove families and it still draws a steady crowd of kids on scooters, skateboards and BMX bikes, as well as parents and younger siblings who can relax nearby. There’s plenty of passive space around the facility and good visibility over the skating areas, so caregivers can comfortably supervise while the kids play. Read more…

If you’re in the Margaret River region and looking for a playground where kids can burn off energy, (that’s NOT at a brewery or winery) Riflebutts Reserve in Prevelly is the perfect stop. This playground, nestled amongst dunes near the beach, is a great spot for families to relax outdoors. The play space, inspired by historic beach shacks, has nature play elements including timber steppers, logs and more. The playground has something for most ages, with equipment designed to entertain and challenge. From climbing walls to nest swings, parent-todler swings, slides, and imaginative play areas, there’s plenty to keep little Read more…

Banksia Grove Nature Playground is a small nature-based playground located between Dragonfly Road and Potoroo Street on the Eastern Side of Banksia Grove. The wooden play equipment is perfect for helping children with balance, coordination and confidence. The equipment features balance posts with rope, twisted net, shaky bridge, balancing beam and a little wooden table with posts for chairs. In addition to the nature-based play equipment is a tripod swing – a favourite with my children as they can all fit on together and being a smaller park there wasn’t a wait to get on. Banksia Grove Nature Playground does Read more…

Located in historic Guildford, The Academy of Taxidermy houses one of Australia’s largest private taxidermy collections with over 2,000 specimens. Led by Master Taxidermist Michael Buzza, who brings 40+ years of expertise, the facility combines a working taxidermy studio with the Museum of Natural History. Visitors can explore extensive displays of preserved wildlife, including rare Australian fauna, marine life, and dinosaur exhibits. Open Tuesday to Sunday, 10am-5pm (7 days during school holidays), the museum offers a unique educational experience suitable for all ages. Special group bookings available Mondays. Specimen hire services available for events and displays. Buggybuddys Review Museum of Read more…