Things to Do for Kids in Perth

Rossmoyne Park Playground on Central Road is a lovely all-rounder local park that combines classic Playground fun with a peaceful nature walk and handy nearby amenities. Tucked just a short stroll from Rossmoyne Shopping Centre, it’s an easy spot to visit for a relaxed play, stretch the legs, and then grab a coffee or groceries on the way home. One of the standout features of Rossmoyne Park is the short paved nature walk that runs beside the main play area. This little trail is great for scooters, prams and curious kids wanting to explore. Along the way there are benches Read more…

The Western Australian Rail Transport Museum is a volunteer-run, family-friendly rail yard museum with a big collection of historic locomotives and carriages. It’s a great outing for train-loving kids, with lots to see up close and plenty of classic railway history on display. Opening hours Sunday: 1:00pm – 5:00pm Wednesday: 1:00pm – 4:00pm School holidays (Wed): 11:00am – 4:00pm (check ahead for changes)   Buggybuddys Review Western Australian Rail Transport Museum, Bassendean   Read more…

Coniston Park in Butler is a cheerful and family-friendly neighbourhood Playground that’s perfect for a relaxed morning outing with the kids. Set slightly below street level with stairs leading down into the play area, it has a cosy, tucked-away feel that helps it feel sheltered from the surrounding streets. The entire Playground is set in soft sand and shaded by large shade sails, which is ideal for sunny days and for little ones who love to play barefoot. Parking is straightforward, with plenty of street parking available around the park. Paved paths loop around the Playground, making it a great Read more…

Perth Ice Arena offers a premier ice skating experience for all ages and skill levels. This family-friendly venue features professionally maintained ice that’s sharpened twice weekly for optimal safety and enjoyment. Perfect for beginners through to experienced skaters, the arena offers learn-to-skate programs, ice hockey sessions, and figure skating opportunities. Special features include exciting disco nights, birthday party packages, and function rooms for events. The venue provides skate hire and has a café for refreshments. Whether you’re taking your first steps on ice or practicing advanced moves, Perth Ice Arena offers a cool escape for family fun all year round. 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…

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…

WA’s largest roller skating and blading rink, located at 299 Victoria Road, Malaga. Features include a world-class hardwood sprung timber floor, handrail-equipped rink, disco lighting, and music video big screen. Offers public skating sessions, birthday parties, learn-to-skate classes, and adult social skates. Facilities include café with barista coffee, spectator grandstand, arcade machines, and pro shop. Family-owned and fully supervised, with disabled access available. No bookings required for public sessions. Buggybuddys Review Rollerzone Malaga   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…

Mooba Calleya is a family-friendly café in Treeby that combines great coffee with excellent play facilities for children. Standout Family Features: Enclosed playground featuring: Bird nest swing Balancing logs Safe, contained play area Additional nearby play areas: Large grass area in front of café Oval with football posts Rope spider playground across the road   Top Tip: The enclosed playground makes it perfect for parents wanting to enjoy their coffee while keeping an eye on the kids.   Buggybuddys review Mooba Calleya   Read more…

A UNESCO World Heritage site, Fremantle Prison offers compelling insights into Western Australia’s convict history through various guided tours. Located at 1 The Terrace, Fremantle, the prison operates daily tours from 10am to 5pm, including the Convict Prison Tour, Behind Bars Tour, True Crime Tour, spooky Torchlight Tours, and underground Tunnels Tours. This award-winning tourist attraction features a visitor centre, café, and gift shop.  Multiple tour options cater to different interests and age groups, with school programs available. Bookings recommended. Buggybuddys Review Fremantle Prison   Read more…

A park for big and little kids, with shade sails, soft flooring, multiple ways to play, and a fully fenced area, sounds perfect. Bracadale Park, All Abilities Playground in Canning Vale, is just that. It is designed so that all kids of varying abilities can enjoy and play. The standout for me is that this park is fully fenced. Even with just one kid you feel like you can never look away, with two kids or even more, it’s impossible trying to find a playground trip relaxing. The park is secure and large enough that you can easily spend a Read more…

Swan Valley Brewery is a charming, rustic venue perfect for casual family dining. Located in Middle Swan, this hand-crafted beer brewery offers a welcoming atmosphere with both indoor and outdoor seating options. The renovated space features beautiful rustic décor and a cosy indoor fireplace. The menu caters to both adults and children, with highlights including their surf and turf and antipasto platters, complemented by a great selection of kids’ meals. Standout Family Features: Outdoor playground with sand base, jet ski, and climbing frame Spacious grassed areas for children to run around Live music events (check social media for schedule) Top Read more…

Tucked along the western end of Wordsworth Avenue, Yokine Reserve Playground is a brilliant all‑rounder for families, with something to suit toddlers through to tweens. The fully fenced, double‑gated play space feels safe and contained, making it ideal for busy little explorers and a popular choice for birthday parties and weekend catch‑ups. The Playground combines traditional equipment with nature and sensory play. As you enter from the main car park, kids are usually drawn straight to the big, flat roundabout – perfect for spinning while standing, sitting or running around the edge. Nearby, a smaller roundabout wrapped in rope netting Read more…

Enright Reserve in Hamilton Hill is a fantastic all-rounder park that caters for a wide range of ages and abilities. Tucked away in a quiet residential area, it combines a nature play space, a more traditional Playground, fitness equipment and a big oval, so it’s easy to fill a whole morning or afternoon here with the kids. The nature-based Playground is ideal for little climbers and imaginative play. Younger children can confidently tackle the old tyres that lead up to a plastic tunnel slide, and there’s a second plastic tunnel to crawl through or balance across, which is great for Read more…

Armadale Reptile and Wildlife Centre offers families an exciting, up-close experience with Australia’s fascinating reptiles and native wildlife. This family-owned centre houses one of Western Australia’s largest public collections of reptiles, including pythons, lizards, dragons, and monitors. Kids can learn about these amazing creatures through interactive educational presentations and guided tours. The centre also cares for injured wildlife and features other native Australian animals like kangaroos, dingoes, and birds. Located just 35 minutes from Perth CBD, it’s a perfect destination for a unique wildlife encounter that combines education with entertainment.   Buggybuddys Review Armadale Reptile and Wildlife Centre     Read more…

Armadale Fitness and Aquatic Centre offers an range of aquatic facilities perfect for families. Located at 60 Champion Drive, Seville Grove, the centre features seven distinct water areas: 50m outdoor Olympic pool (heated year-round, 26.5-27.5°C) Covered leisure pool (31-32°C) with beach entry, lazy river and dedicated kids’ area 25m indoor pool (28.5-29.5°C) with wheelchair access Program pool (33-34°C) for swim lessons and therapy Interactive water playground (seasonal Nov-March) with fountains and zero-depth splash pad Water inflatable obstacle course (Saturdays 12-3pm, Nov-March, ages 6+) Wellness suite with spa, sauna, and steam room (16+ years) Read more…

Alston Park is tucked away in a relaxed, leafy pocket of Butler. This beautifully designed neighbourhood playspace combines nature-inspired aesthetics with plenty of fun for kids of all ages. As part of the City of Wanneroo’s 2019/2020 Playground Renewal Program, the park received a thoughtful upgrade that blends seamlessly into its tranquil, tree-lined surrounds, creating a welcoming community space for local families. The entire play area is set on sand, providing a soft, natural base that’s ideal for climbing and jumping. Shade sails cover much of the Playground, helping to keep the equipment cooler on warmer days, and there are Read more…

The new Shelley Beach playground is a great playground to visit. It’s right on the river, and around the enclosed playground is plenty of grass to kick a ball on, BBQs and gazebos and, of course, the beautiful river. My 10-year-old was impressed with the park, especially the X-park obstacle course. The course is set up with a starting point and different obstacles throughout, including climbing, balancing and swinging. Many of the older kids seemed to enjoy the challenge of this part of the playground. As we entered the playground, we saw a mini trampoline and a swing set with Read more…

Located directly across from Yanchep Lagoon, Orion Café offers a perfect beachside dining experience with stunning ocean views. Standout Features: Small fenced playground with sand play area, ideal for toddlers Shaded outdoor seating overlooking the playground Ocean views of Yanchep Lagoon Sandy feet welcome! Perfect for: Post-beach refreshments, family brunches, and casual dining with ocean views while kids enjoy the playground. Buggybuddys Review Orion Café, Yanchep   Read more…

The Bayswater Hotel (“The Baysie”) has undergone an impressive $7 million renovation to create a modern family-friendly venue while maintaining its historical charm. This beautifully renovated pub combines contemporary dining with excellent entertainment options for families, making it a perfect spot for casual dining or weekend outings. Standout Family Features: Custom-built playground featuring a 10-meter slide Spacious landscaped beer garden with outdoor TV screen Kids’ meals  Colouring activities provided while waiting Wood-fired pizza oven Family-friendly dining areas Historical displays including an 8-meter rowing boat and 1960s delivery truck Top Tip: Secure a spot in the beer garden where you can Read more…

Just off of Beach Road in Girrawheen, we discovered Tendring Park, a neat little park with a life sized snakes and ladders game. The main play structure in the playground features a twisty slide, a climbing wall, a rope climbing web, a fireman pole, some balancing platforms, monkey bars, and a little steering wheel at the top for imagination play. There is also a spring-rocker in the sand nearby. Lots to challenge kids of all ages. This park also has swings in abundance. There are five swings all up! A pair of toddler swings, a pair of regular swings and Read more…

Francis Bird Playground in Cannington is a small, fully fenced, sand-based Playground that makes a handy stop for families, especially if you’re already visiting nearby Westfield Carousel. Tucked along Station Street, it offers a simple but appealing mix of imaginative play and climbing challenges that will suit toddlers through to primary school-aged children. The Playground surface is entirely sand, which is great for soft landings and digging play. Shade is provided only by surrounding trees rather than shade sails, so it can get quite warm in the middle of the day and sunscreen is essential. The entire play area is Read more…

Forest Adventures South West offers an exciting high ropes experience located in the beautiful Ludlow Tuart Forest, just 10 minutes north of Busselton. This adventure park provides an exhilarating outdoor experience suitable for families seeking an active day out. Buggybuddys Review Forest Adventures South West           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…

Joey’s Swan Valley Diner is a retro-style eatery in Herne Hill offering a unique blend of American diner charm and relaxed Swan Valley atmosphere. Owned by local couple Glen and Mel, this family-friendly venue serves up burgers, coffee, and classic diner treats. Their coffee is specially roasted locally by Crema Coffee, making it a perfect spot for parents needing a caffeine fix while the kids play. Stand-Out Features: Outdoor alfresco dining area with children’s playground Unique fire pit setting for cosy family gatherings Drive-through service option for busy families Great value kids’ meals including burger/nuggets/hotdog, fries, slushie and ice cream Read more…

Collier Park Mini Golf Open Monday – Sunday from 9am – 8pm Challenge the family to a round of mini golf these holidays at Collier Park Golf in South Perth. Designed as a miniature version of a world-class landscaped 18-hole course, whether you are a beginner, intermediate or advanced putter – with three flags per hole available, all abilities are catered for. Great low-cost activity for the family Perfect for all ages and skill levels Unique landscaping, plenty of shade and seating First 9 holes are wheelchair and pram accessible After your round, enjoy a cold refreshment or casual meal 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…

Come and see what science can do at the Telethon Kids Discovery Centre. Located on the Ground Floor of the Perth Children’s Hospital, the Centre is full of games designed to get kids, and adults alike, excited about science, health and research. In the Centre kids can Explore the human body using an ultrasound, X-ray or MRI and discover what researchers are doing to find out more about body organs. Get up close with our special microscopes, take a look inside the mouth, ear and skin and find out why our researchers are interested in snot, poo and dust mites. Read more…

Ashfield Reserve Play Space   Ashfield Reserve Play Space in Perth’s eastern suburbs is a hidden gem. Sharing the parkland with Ashfield Oval, this spot has something for all ages. We dropped in for a play during school holidays to burn off some energy. This was a great spot for it, too! Miss 5 enjoyed that there is lots to climb at Ashfield Reserve Play Space. This playground is packed with climbing ropes, climbing walls and ladders. The rope web was a particular favourite. The playground also features a curly slide and two regular slides, a wobbly bridge, and a Read more…

Tucked along the leafy banks of the Hotham River, the Hotham River Foreshore Adventure Play Park in Boddington (also known as Hotham Park) has quickly become a favourite family stop for road trips and country getaways. Just off Albany Highway and around 1 hour 40 minutes (about 130km) south-east of Perth, it’s an easy detour for a leg stretch, play and picnic, or a relaxed day trip in its own right. The adventure Playground makes the most of its sloping riverside setting.  Many kids will make a beeline for the double flying fox, which has both a pommel seat and Read more…

The Jo Wheatley All Abilities Play Space is an amazing park purpose-built for all ages and abilities. Carefully built around and under existing trees, covering 10,000sqm with wheelchair access throughout, a sensory garden, flying fox, climbing obstacles, slides, swings, picnic areas, water play, toilet facilities and fully fenced… it certainly ticks all the boxes!!! The main wooden structure has ramp and stair access, decks, two slides, and a balancing beam. Underneath there is a cubby house with a shop window and fun coloured glass blocks. There is a nature play area that backs onto the wooden structure, it is step 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…

Located at Webber Reserve is a unique nature based playspace designed  to inspire kids to imagine, invent and create. The playspace is located in the far corner of the reserve and is naturally shaded by the nearby trees. Key senses that the playspace addresses are sight, sound, smell, touch, imagination, navigation and balance. There are cubby houses made of huge sticks which children can add to by finding additional sticks and leaves. Huge astro turf covered tyres with ropes attached provide a host of options for creative play. Or try your hand at balancing along the rope covered logs. Located 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…

Coode St Jetty playground is on the South Perth foreshore. It’s the perfect spot for a family picnic, BBQ or just a play as it’s got parking available has plenty of open space, BBQ facilities, shaded picnic tables, is close to the Boatshed Cafe for lunch or coffee and has toilets nearby. The playground is sand based and is fully covered by shade sails in summer months. It is a good playground for different ages as it has separate play equipment for younger children and older children. In a little separate area, there is a set of four swings – two Read more…

Catalina park features a playground to one side, with winding pathways through garden beds packed with native plants. On the other side of the bushy garden is the grassed area which has a soccer goal at one end and plenty of room to run and kick a ball about. The playground is set right next to the path and road although there are some limestone walls alongside the play areas. It’s a unique design with varying levels for children to climb and explore. At the top is a large nature play based area, with logs set in sand. Perfect for 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…

Vitaland Kids Café is a modern, state-of-the-art indoor play centre located in City West, Perth. Featuring a giant ball pit, interactive game panels, LED-lit slides, and trampolines, it offers endless entertainment for children of all ages. The centre includes dedicated areas for babies, a Teddy Bear Hospital, fishing zone, and dress-up corner. With on-site café facilities, carousel and train rides, and convenient parent viewing areas, Vitaland Kids Café provides a safe, engaging environment for family fun. Free parking available at City West. Buggybuddys Review Perth- Vitaland Kids Café   Read more…