All Things to Do for Kids in Perth

The water playground at Whiteman Park has recently reopened after a major refurbishment and it’s looking fabulous! New shaded areas have been added along with pool sun loungers so you can pretend to be on  vacation!  The 30cm deep water playground is free to use and is open 10.00am to 5.00pm every day from late September until the end of April school holidays each year (weather and permits permitting) and is a great place to cool off during the hot summer months. Around the pool are shelters – some have benches and others are just shaded floor space, perfect for Read more…

Whiteman Park is a unique recreation and conservation reserve that covers nearly 4,000 hectares of natural bushland and leisure facilities in Perth’s northern suburbs. Whiteman Park is full of fun and interesting things to do with the kids, every day of the year, and school holidays are no different! When was the last time you selfied with a koala? Rode on an old-fashioned tram? Or just simply wandered amongst the native bushland? Whiteman Park is a unique recreation and conservation reserve that covers nearly 4,000 hectares of natural bushland and leisure facilities in Perth’s northern suburbs. Open every day of Read more…

Located in Whiteman Park, Revolutions Transport Museum showcases Western Australia’s fascinating land transport history through the remarkable Whiteman Collection. Visitors can explore interactive exhibits including a horse-drawn buggy, vintage EJ Holden, and ZA Rail Car, bringing transport history to life. The museum features the compelling ‘Singing the Train’ exhibit, sharing Aboriginal perspectives through Nyamal people’s stories of Pilbara rail travel. Beyond transport, the museum displays diverse historical objects and memorabilia collected by Lew Whiteman, with regularly rotating exhibits ensuring return visitors discover something new. A family-friendly space that connects WA’s transport evolution with its social and cultural development. Open daily Read more…

The Village West Playground at Whiteman Park has undergone a complete reconstruction with all new play equipment and shade sails. It’s a perfect park for summer days with almost the entire park covered by shade.  It is still fully fenced with only one open entrance near the picnic tables. There are three main play equipment areas surrounded by a soft fall walkway which is painted with train tracks and great for little ones pretending to be a train. The equipment is suitable for a range of children’s ages with a variety of equipment to keep them entertained. There are swings, Read more…

There is so much to see and do at Caversham Wildlife Park! Feed the kangaroos, see the penguins being fed, gets photos with a koala, meet a wombat, possum, python and many more at the interactive meet & greet, play with the goats, join in the Farm Show (have you ever milked a cow before?!), and so much more! There are about 2000 animals to meet and about 200 species to learn about, and it’s all included in the entry fee. Buggybuddys Review Caversham Wildlife Park   Read more…

Whiteman Park Dog Park is a little known secret among the dog community The fully fenced and grassed 2.5-hectare playground has a doggie obstacle course and plenty of natural shade from mature trees. There’s even a separate enclosure for smaller dog breeds. There’s a 500m walkway around the circumference of the park so you can exercise yourself as well as your friend. Water taps and troughs are also available inside each enclosure.  You can park yourself on one of the many benches provided whilst your dog enjoys the company of others. Parking is directly outside the enclosures, which have one entrance Read more…

Located in Whiteman Park, the Motor Museum of WA showcases over 200 historic vehicles spanning from the late 19th century to present day. Home to Daniel Ricciardo’s Red Bull F1 Racing Car and rare vintage automobiles, the museum features both locally significant vehicles and internationally renowned examples. Open daily 10am-4pm (closed Christmas Day), the recently expanded 2,000-square-meter facility offers an extensive collection of cars and motorcycles. Notable exhibits include the rare Subaru 22B STi and the 1978 Ford Falcon 302 Cobra Coupe. This non-profit, volunteer-run museum provides an engaging experience for both motoring enthusiasts and history buffs. Buggybuddys Review Motor Read more…