Planning a family trip to Perth or searching for the best things to do in Perth with kids can be confusing because there are unlimited options.
Many online travel guides do provide amazing lists of things to do with kids; however, they don’t pay attention to what is good for toddlers and what is for teenagers. This leads to frustration among parents when they come from far away and can’t find a proper place for the kids.
Perth is considered one of the best cities for families in the world and is uniquely positioned as one of the most geographically isolated. The city boasts an average of 3,200 hours of sunshine each year, along with a sprawling network of pristine conservation parks, calm river bays, and world-class cultural institutions. It truly is a paradise for children. However, to fully explore the area, you need local expertise. I created a completely customized guide tailored to the region, themes, and interests of families.
Every single place has actionable insights, age recommendations, cost metrics, and local insider secrets to make sure your family enjoys a wonderful vacation with a friendly budget.
The Quick-Find Family Matrix
Before diving into the comprehensive breakdowns, here is a reference chart based on children’s ages, budget, and weather conditions.
| Activity Type | Targeted Age Group | Cost Profile | Weather Suitability | Pram & Wheelchair Access |
| SciTech & Planetarium | Ages 4–12 | Paid (Premium) | Ideal for Rainy Days | 100% Fully Accessible |
| Kings Park Playgrounds | All Ages | 100% Free | Best for Sunny Days | Excellent (Paved Paths) |
| WA Museum Boola Bardip | All Ages | Free for Kids | All-Weather Rescue | 100% Fully Accessible |
| Elizabeth Quay Water Park | Toddlers & Juniors | 100% Free | Summer Heatwaves | Excellent |
| Matagarup Bridge Climb | Tweens & Teens | Paid (Premium) | Clear, Low-Wind Days | Not Accessible |
| AQWA Aquarium | All Ages | Paid | All-Weather | Excellent (Elevators/Ramps) |
| Swan Valley Farms | Toddlers & Primary | Mixed (Low-Paid) | Sunny / Overcast | Fair (Gravel/Grass Paths) |
| Fremantle Prison Tours | Ages 8+ to Teens | Paid | Indoor / Covered | Limited in Historic Cells |
The Instagram Trap Warning: Many generic tourists recommend taking your family to the famous spot, Crawley Edge Blue Boat House, located at Mounts Bay Road. As a local, I strongly advise you to avoid it with small kids, as the location has no dedicated parking; parents have to take kids along on a congested, narrow, high-speed roadside path. You can go to Matilda Bay Reserve next door, as the kids can safely run in the grassy park, play in shallow river waters, and also spot pods of wild Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins on the shore.
1. WA Museum Boola Bardip
It is located in the heart of the Perth Cultural Centre, Boola Bardip means many stories in local Whadjuk Noongar language. WA Museum Boola Bardip has historic heritage structures with modern designs instead of a traditional design, which gives an old look and obviously can’t attract children. It has interactive technology, hands-on discovery pods, and immersive storytelling elements that can engage children of all ages easily.
Targeted Age Group: You can take children of All ages as the museum have many things that all age of children find attractive.
Cost Profile: The museum is totally free for children under 15 years old; then there is a standard adult admission of $15 and $10 for concessions.
Detailed Logistics & Hours: Open daily from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM on normal days but closed on major public holidays. You can easily go there from Perth Central Train Station; it’s just a 3-minute walking distance.
Pram & Wheelchair Accessibility: The museum has wide elevators that service every level, and there are spacious parent rooms with changing tables, microwave facilities, and private feeding chairs.
Insider Tip: The most amazing part of the museum is Gogo Digital Lab, where children can easily use touchscreen interfaces to completely customize and color their own prehistoric sea creatures. Once finished with the task, they can hit launch, and their creativity starts swimming out into a massive, wall-sized digital projection aquarium with all the creatures designed by other children. Isn’t it cool and engaging?
Nearby Family Food Pairing: There is a house-made gelato spot called Whisk Creamery with a 2-minute walk from the museum. The cones there are topped with warm, liquid Nutella injected into them.
2. Elizabeth Quay Carousel
It is located at the eastern promenade of the Elizabeth Quay inlet, famous for the beautiful yet Venetian-style carousel handcrafted in Italy. The place is full of painted horses, grand carriages, and a traditional mechanical organ playing nostalgic fairground music. This place gives a mixed touch of old European culture with Perth’s modern waterfront precinct.
Targeted Age Group: You can take toddlers, kindergarteners, and juniors from age groups 1 to 8.
Cost Profile: Paid $6 per individual ride ticket.
Detailed Logistics & Hours: It opens daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM; the hours can increase during peak summer holidays. You can easily come there by just walking from Elizabeth Quay Ferry Jetty.
Pram & Wheelchair Accessibility: The place allows children with limited mobility to be seated easily and comfortably in a grand stationary carriage on the carousel.
Insider Tip: Don’t buy individual tickets for each if you have many children and you think children will take more rides. Ask at the ticket counter to give multi-ride pass bundle, this will remove the unlimited ride cost issue and have no expiration date.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: There is a famous The Lucky Shagfamily-friendly deck located nearby you can order premium burger and a side of chunky sea-salt chips.
3. BHP Billiton Water Park
This expansive, zero-depth water park is located at the main entrance of Elizabeth Quay. It includes a computerized system of water jets that erupt from the granite pavement in choreographed sequences, patterns, and misty clouds. It is the best place for kids to enjoy and beat the heat of summers.
Targeted Age Group: You can take toddlers, preschoolers, and primary school children there.
Cost Profile: 100% Free to the public.
Detailed Logistics & Hours: It operates from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM daily. You can see it easily from the Elizabeth Quay train and bus stations.
Pram & Wheelchair Accessibility: There is flat terrain surrounding the water jets, public toilets, and outdoor showers.
Insider Tip: Before going there make sure to pack sets of cloths, a swim nappy for infants, and a beach towel.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: There is an Island Market Quay within a walking distance of 50 meters where you can get fresh juice or iced coffees to go.
4. The Perth Mint
This place is very old, as it was built in 1890 in response to the massive gold discoveries in Western Australia’s eastern goldfields. It is consider as one the most oldest operating mint in the world. Make sure to hire a local guide, as they will take you to the deep and heavily secured heritage vaults.
At The Perth Mint children can witness a live theatrical gold pour, See incredible Australian Kangaroo One Tonne Gold Coin which is also consider as the biggest coin in the world.
Targeted Age Group: You can take kids from 7 to teens there, especially those children who are interested in historical places.
Cost Profile: For 0 to 4 years old kids its free, for small family group like 2 adults and 2 children the fees is 75 AUD, for children 5 to 15 the fees is 16 AUD, for adults only its 26 AUD lastly for Australians its 23 AUD.
Detailed Logistics & Hours: Open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Pram & Wheelchair Accessibility: The places allow full pram access to the gold-pouring performance room and exhibition spaces.
Insider Tip: When you buy tickets, make sure to register the child’s exact weight, as they will receive a customized digital printout showing how much they would be worth if they were made from pure gold. Isn’t it a funny trick?
Nearby Family Food Pairing: There is a famous cafe called Mint Café from where you can buy sausage rolls, seasonal fruit platters, and milkshakes.
5. Transperth Elizabeth Quay Ferry
If you want a budget family trip where you can have a scenic cruise experience along the iconic Swan River without paying high price then this public Transperth Ferry is Perth is best for you. This ferry gives you a tour of the deep blue waters of the river between the Elizabeth Quay Jetty and the Mends Street Jetty in South Perth. You will view the city skyline, Kings Park, and the sweeping bridges.
Targeted Age Group: All ages.
Cost Profile: You can easily take children under 5, as it is free for them. Older children need to pay student fees.
Detailed Logistics & Hours: It operates in every 15 to 30 minutes daily from early morning to late evening.
Pram & Wheelchair Accessibility: Ramps provide seamless roll-on, roll-off access for double prams, strollers, and wheelchairs.
Insider Tip: Avoid sitting in enclosed indoor cabins; go for the small, open-air, open-deck seating area at the very back of the vessel from where you can view everything easily.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: For food, you can easily go to The Windsor Hotel or grab a gourmet wood-fired pizza from Mister Walker.
6. Ivey Watson Playground & Stickybeaks Café
If you are looking for a location with toddlers, then this destination is based on you. Tucked away in Perth’s Kings Park is the Ivey Watson Playground within the Poolgarla Family Area, which is specifically for children under six. It is designed for toddlers, where they can easily explore the place with the crowd of older kids.
Targeted Age Group: Best for Toddlers, Infants, and Kindergarteners (Ages 0–5 strictly).
Cost Profile: 100% Free park access.
Detailed Logistics & Hours: It is open. 24/7 children can easily enjoy it during the daytime.
Pram & Wheelchair Accessibility: Paved pathways meander through every single play structure, ensuring smooth rolling for strollers.
Insider Tip: There is a Stickybeaks Café that is located inside the fenced boundary. You can go there for some minutes and grab coffee or a light lunch while watching the playing toddlers.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: You don’t need to go anywhere, as there is a cafe. As we discussed, you can buy fresh fruit cups, house-baked muffins, and babycinos dusted heavily with chocolate powder.
7. Rio Tinto Naturescape
The Rio Tinto Naturescape provides a massive, six-hectare environmental classroom located inside Kings Park. This place offers engaging activities for children, including navigating deep mud pits and high aerial climbing towers to build custom cubby houses out of foraged sticks.
Targeted Age Group: You can easily take ages 4–12; however, toddlers need very close, hands-on parental supervision due to open water and high climbing features.
Cost Profile: 100% Free.
Detailed Logistics & Hours: It’s open from Tuesday through Sunday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. It is closed in February for the whole month due to hot weather conditions.
Pram & Wheelchair Accessibility: Main spinal paths are flat and firmly packed; however, individual entry into the creek beds, cubby zones, and climbing towers includes a rough, natural dirt and rock terrain.
Insider Tip: Make sure you or kids don’t wear sandals or thongs, as they are not safe for advanced climbing. Pack a bag that includes an old, durable pair of sneakers, a towel, and a plastic wet bag.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: Pack your food like family snacks to enjoy in Kings Park, as there is no food place inside the place.
8. Lottery West Federation Walkway
Floating high above the trees, this 620-meter canopy walkway provides an unforgettable closer view of Western Australia’s native plants. You will pass through the tops of massive, ancient eucalyptus trees leads to a dramatic 52-meter glass-and-steel suspension bridge. This place gives you a beautiful view of the Swan and Canning Rivers.
Targeted Age Group: You can take kids of all ages there.
Cost Profile: It is 100% free.
Detailed Logistics & Hours: It is open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Insider Tip: Once you reach the glass-bottomed suspension bridge, guide your children to look at the steel support structures because there are New Holland honeyeaters and red wattlebirds.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: You can go to Fraser’s Kiosk for gourmet ice cream tubs, chilled water bottles, and fresh panini sandwiches.
9. May Drive Parkicoot (Synergy Playground)
It is located at the western plateau of Kings Park. Synergy Playground is an adventure arena that provides a full educational journey through time. The playground is beautifully placed around a calm central lake; the park also includes massive, life-sized wooden and stone architecture of giant marsupials and prehistoric horned turtles.
Targeted Age Group: You can take kids that are older than 5 years of age.
Cost Profile: 100% Free park access.
Detailed Logistics & Hours: It is open 24/7.
Pram & Wheelchair Accessibility: Excellent, as all major picnic zones, toilets, and main play areas are linked via wide, smooth concrete footpaths.
Insider Tip: There is a cafe called Zamia near the playground; make sure to go for the takeaway option to avoid the crowd.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: You can order the gourmet wood-fired pizza, artisan breakfast wraps, pastries, and coffees.
10. Saw Avenue Picnic Area & Variety Pavilion
This customized playground is a masterpiece of design created in partnership with the Variety WA charity. The Saw Avenue Picnic Area & Variety Pavilion is purely made from natural elements like limestone and timber, allowing kids to use all their senses. Little kids can explore ramp forts, crawl tunnels, make music on outdoor sound tubes, and lizard carvings tucked into the greenery.
Targeted Age Group: All ages and all abilities.
Cost Profile: 100% Free.
Detailed Logistics & Hours: Open daily 24/7. Easily accessed via Saw Avenue.
Accessibility: It features specialized wheelchair-accessible roundabouts, nest swings, and wide pathways.
Insider Tip: The place can be windy during summers, so save this spot for a late-afternoon summer picnic.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: You can go to on-site electric BBQs where you eat sausages.
11. SciTech Discovery Centre
If your kids are into science and technology, then this place is perfect for them. SciTech, Western Australia’s indoor science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) discovery hub.
There is also a specialized live-performance science theater where things explode safely. There is also a separate soft-play creative engineering space called Discover land where only children who are under seven years old allowed.
Targeted Age Group: From toddlers to teens, you can take any age of kid there.
Cost Profile: For adults it’s $26.00 AUD, for children aged 4-17 years the fee is $17.00 AUD, and for toddlers 0-3 years old there is no fee.
Detailed Logistics & Hours: It is open daily from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
Pram & Wheelchair Accessibility: Elevators link the secure undercover car park directly to the main ticket entry gates; the entire floor is flat.
Insider Tip: Don’t spend hours in the paid parking system; instead, park the car at the suburban rail station, take the train directly to the City West Train Station, and then use the station’s pedestrian overpass bridge for the SciTech entrance.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: Take your own healthy lunches, as there are no food services inside SciTech.
12. BOUNCEinc (Cannington & Joondalup)
If your kids are very active and full of energy, then this place is best for your family. BOUNCEinc includes climate-controlled warehouse spaces offers hundreds of interconnected, performance-grade trampolines, dedicated dodgeball courts, massive cliff-jumping platforms leads to a giant air-cushioned bags, and advanced ‘X-Park’ ninja warrior obstacle adventure courses specially design to test a kid balance, agility, and core strength. There is also a junior jumper zone so small kids can safely enjoy themselves there.
Targeted Age Group: You can take kids from 4 years old to teens.
Cost Profile: It is paid; charges are based on a per-hour session basis; booking online in advance is essential.
Detailed Logistics & Hours: It is open daily from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM; hours may extend on Friday and Saturday nights. Pram & Wheelchair Accessibility: Good viewing platforms with ramp access for parents.
Insider Tip: If you are going there with older kids then skip 1 hour ticket option instead go for 2-Hour Super Pass as if kids are going for the ninja obstacle courses then will definitely take break so 1 hours isn’t enough.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: There is a BOUNCE café inside where you can easily eat hot chips, toasted paninis, sports drinks, and specialty coffees.
13. Latitude Air (Edgewater)
It’s a massive entertainment center in the northern suburbs that provides a huge trampoline zone for bouncing, a high ropes obstacle course where a child can hang in the air for 8 meters, 12 themed climbing walls, and lastly, a customized soft play area only for kids under 5 filled with mini slides and ball pits.
Targeted Age Group: You can take kids of all ages here, from toddlers to teenagers.
Cost Profile: Paid admission.
Detailed Logistics & Hours: It’s open daily from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pram & Wheelchair Accessibility: Excellent ground-floor visibility, spacious parent amenities, and clear ramp infrastructure throughout the viewing zones.
Insider Tip: If your kids are wearing sandals, thongs, or slides, they will face difficulty in premier zones, so make sure all kids do wear socks and sports sneakers laced up before coming to this place.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: There is a massive family meal at Outback Jacks or San Churro Chocolateria.
14. Matagarup Bridge Zip+Climb
If you are traveling with teenagers or older kids who love thrills, then this place is perfect for your family trip because it is full of adventures. You can walk up the narrow steel arches of the bridge to a viewing platform 72 meters above the water. You can clip into a high-speed zip line that launches you 400 meters across the river at speeds of km/h.
Targeted Age Group: The children need to be a minimum of 8 years old to meet the minimum weight requirement of 30 kg to access the zip line.
Cost Profile: Paid (Premium pricing structure).
Detailed Logistics & Hours: It is open for hours based on weather conditions; make sure you have booked online before arrival.
Pram & Wheelchair Accessibility: The main pedestrian walkway crossing the bridge is completely accessible; however, the internal structural climb consists of steep, narrow stairs and harnesses.
Insider Tip: When you are booking online, try to book a late afternoon twilight slot so you can see the Australian sunset over the Indian Ocean from the bridge. Trust me, it will be a beautiful moment.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: You can go to the Camfield, as it is Australia’s largest pub where children can easily relax and eat wood-fired pizzas and burgers. There is also a city-view cafe inside Optus Stadium where your family can have a quick breakfast, lunch, or coffee while having a waterfront view.
15. iFLY Downunder (Rivervale)
iFLY Downunder provides you and kids an exciting experience of skydiving in a safe, indoor setting. Instead of jumping from a plane, you will float inside a wind tunnel. It will give you the same airy experience as a free fall skydive from 14,000 feet but in a safer way.
Targeted Age Group: This place is perfect for teens.
Cost Profile: Paid (Premium pricing).
Detailed Logistics & Hours: It’s open daily from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Pram & Wheelchair Accessibility: The viewing glass arena encircles the wind tunnel on a flat, ground-floor level that accommodates prams and wheelchairs effortlessly.
Insider Tip: Make sure you purchase the media video package add-on at the front desk. The high-speed cameras capture your kids’ expressions while they are floating in the wind.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: You can go to a nearby place, Victoria Park Cafe Strip, as the place has international cuisines, wood-fired pizza joints, and artisanal ice cream parlors.
16. Perth Zoo
It was opened in 1898, which makes it one of the historical zoos in the world, popular for its natural animal habitats and wildlife-saving programs. Perth Zoo is located on 41 acres of land in South Perth. The zoo is divided into three areas: the Australian bushwalk, the African savannah, and the Asian rainforest. If your kids love to see wildlife animals like lions, giraffes, playful orangutans, numbats, and quokkas, then this place is perfect to spend time with them.
Targeted Age Group: All ages.
Cost Profile: Paid admission
Detailed Logistics & Hours: The zoo is open for 365 days a year from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Pram & Wheelchair Accessibility: The whole zoo has flat, wide, paved paths with no steep hills. Parent rooms are located all around the park. You can also hire push wagons for kids from the front gate with very small fees.
Insider Tip: To avoid traffic and paid parking slots, park your car at the Elizabeth Quay complex in the city center, then take the public Transperth Ferry across to the South Perth Jetty.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: You can pack a picnic lunch according to your kids or visit the internal Wild Bites Cafe for kid snacks and meals.
17. Caversham Wildlife Park
It is located inside Whiteman Park in Perth’s northeast. Caversham Wildlife Park has the largest collection of native animals in Western Australia. If your kids love to see animals closely, then this place is highly recommended. This place allows families to walk into huge and open areas to hand-feed friendly kangaroos and rare wombats.
Targeted Age Group: You can take kids of all ages here.
Cost Profile: Paid admission.
Detailed Logistics & Hours: It is open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
Pram & Wheelchair Accessibility: Excellent. The entire park features wide, firmly packed flat pathways that accommodate large double prams and strollers with ease.
Insider Tip: Do not waste money buying animal food online because there are bags of kangaroo feed provided free inside.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: There is a village cafe inside where your family can utilize electric BBQs positioned under the massive shade trees.
18. AQWA (Aquarium of Western Australia)
It is located right on the edge of Hillarys Boat Harbor. AQWA provides your family an amazing underwater journey. The best part of this aquarium is a massive 3-million-liter ocean exhibit. It has the largest underwater viewing tunnel. Families can easily stand there while watching giant sharks, large sea turtles, and stingrays.
Targeted Age Group: You can take kids of all ages to AQUA. It is a premier and highly reliable rainy day or extreme heatwave option.
Cost Profile: Paid admission
Detailed Logistics & Hours: It is open daily from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Pram & Wheelchair Accessibility: The place is fully accessible via wide internal ramps and elevators servicing the multi-level marine exhibits.
Insider Tip: Make sure to go to the Discovery Touch Pool that is located in the middle of the aquarium with the help of staff. Kids can reach the water to touch live starfish, sea cucumbers, and smooth baby sharks.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: You can go to Hillarys Boat Harbour for a classic family lunch at San Churro, or for fresh local seafood baskets, go to The Breakwater.
19. Penguin Island (Shoalwater)
It is located in Marine Park, south of Perth. Penguin Island is a beautiful place that connects people with nature because it is a home for Western Australia’s largest wild colony of little penguins, the smallest penguin species in the world. Your family can reach there by taking a 5-minute ferry ride. Once reached, you can walk the boardwalks and see hidden penguin nesting boxes and wild pelicans.
Targeted Age Group: You can take kids of all ages.
Cost Profile: Paid, which includes ferry transport and formal entry into the Island Discovery Centre.
Detailed Logistics & Hours: It is open daily from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Crucial Seasonal Note: The island is completely closed from early June until mid-September every year, as it is the peak winter season, which is also a wild penguin breeding and nesting season.
Pram and Wheelchair Access: The island has a strong network of raised wooden boardwalks that are easy to use with a standard pram.
Insider Tip: Make sure you arrive on time to see feeding shows, as it is open daily at 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM, and 2:30 PM.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: There is a cafe located at the ferry departure jetty where you can enjoy fresh coffee, hot pies, and artisan ice cream cones.
20. Cohunu Koala Park (Byford)
It is located in a bushland area in Byford. Cohunu Koala Park offers a classic, authentic, and down-to-earth Australian wildlife experience.
Targeted Age Group: You can easily take toddlers and primary students.
Cost Profile: Paid admission
Detailed Logistics & Hours: It is open daily from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Pram and Wheelchair Access: The main paths are made of natural gravel and dirt, which can be a bit bumpy for strollers with small wheels.
Insider Tip: Don’t forget to buy a bucket of animal food at the ticket counter. Animals like kangaroos, deer, and friendly emus completely roam freely in the park. This way, your kids can easily feed them by hand, and you can take amazing photos.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: Within a walking distance of 5 minutes, there is a classic country bakery with treats, massive meat pies, and sweet vanilla slices.
21. WA Shipwrecks Museum
It is recognized as the foremost maritime archaeology museum in the Southern Hemisphere. WA Shipwrecks Museum houses the reconstructed timbers of the infamous Batavia ship.
Best for: Ages 7+
Cost: Free (donations requested)
Insider Tip: Make sure to take a free treasure hunt activity sheet from the front desk to turn the museum exhibits into an interactive game for the kids.
22. Fremantle Prison (Torchlight Tour)
It is one of the famous and old heritage sites in the world, and it was built in the 1850s. It is recommended to explore the location at night, as it provides an exciting, mildly spooky thrill that every older kid and teenager loves.
Best for: You can take old kids and teens.
Cost: Paid
Insider Tip: Make sure you and kids don’t wear sandals, heels, etc. Do wear comfortable walking shoes, as you need to walk in a large area that contains dark corridors and old cell blocks.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: You can go to The Old Courthouse, where kids can enjoy like roast chicken, pasta, and burgers.
23. Esplanade Youth Plaza & Park
It is located right in the heart of Fremantle. Esplanade Youth Plaza & Park is a perfect outdoor park for kids, teenagers, and families. The entire area is covered with Norfolk pine trees, making it a great spot in summers. The plaza has a skate park with bowls, ramps, and rails where teenagers can ride skateboards, scooters, or BMX bikes. There is also a parkour obstacle course where older kids can practice climbing, jumping, and balancing safely. A complete family playground where kids can play in swings, slides, and climbing equipment while you sit and watch them.
Best for: Primary to Teens
Cost: Free
Insider Tip: Make sure to grab fish and chips from Cicerello’s or Kailis and eat them in beautiful grass.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: You can go to Little Creatures Brewery; it is very famous there. It has a great menu that includes wood-fired pizzas, sharing plates, and kids’ meals. There is also another place called Gino’s Cafe, where your family can enjoy pasta, toasted panini, or a scoop of gelato after a fun afternoon at the skate park.
24. WA Maritime Museum
It is located at the edge of the busy Fremantle Harbour. The WA Maritime Museum provides an exciting experience of Western Australia’s dramatic relationship with the sea.
It is an amazing place for kids and parents who want to discover everything from ocean-going vessels to historic racing yachts.
Best for: Ages 5+
Cost: Paid (Kids are free).
Insider Tip: Look out the massive glass windows to see real container ships and giant cruise liners docking in the active harbor outside.
Nearby Family Food Pairings: You can go to Gage Roads Brew Co.; they have a great kids’ menu with pizzas, fish and chips, and ice cream. They also have an indoor playground.
25. Fremantle Markets
Operating since 1897, Fremantle Markets is a historical market full of energy, color, and life. It is a beautiful place that allows families to explore everything on the weekend because the markets are full of local crafts, buskers, street food, and a dedicated local toy and candy section.
Best for: All ages
Cost: Free entry
Insider Tip: Go directly to the Market Fairies or the old-school sweet shops located in the bustling food hall section at the back.
Nearby Family Food Pairings: You can go to Gino’s Cafe; it’s an Italian cafe and very welcoming to families. Your kids can have a bowl of pasta, traditional wood-fired paninis, or a few scoops of colorful Italian gelato. However, if your kids aren’t into Italian food and want something American, then go to the Federal Hotel, as they have a kids’ menu that includes chicken nuggets, mini burgers, and fish and chips.
26. Hillary’s Boat Harbour & Swim Beach
It is a massive, lively waterfront precinct that is incredibly popular with families. It is the best place for swimmers, as there are no high ocean waves because of rock walls. You can take toddlers and young children there; it is completely safe. The beach is also surrounded by restaurants, ice cream shops, and retail boutiques.
Best for: Toddlers and young families
Cost: Free
Insider Tip: There is a large pontoon with waterslides out in the deeper section for confident swimmers, so if you have teenage kids, they can enjoy it during summer.
Nearby Family Food Pairings: You can go to the breakwater food place, as they offer great wood-fired pizzas, burgers, and fish and chips alongside a dedicated kids’ menu.
27. Cottesloe Beach & Playground
As Perth’s most famous stretch of sand, Cottesloe Beach is an absolute must-visit for families. The beach is full of white sand, and the clear blue water gives a relaxing vibe. It is famous for its iconic “Indiana” pavilion building, making it a perfect spot for photography.
Best for: All ages
Cost: Free
Insider Tip: Go there late in the afternoon with some takeaway fish and chips to enjoy and witness the spectacular Indian Ocean sunset.
Nearby Family Food Pairings: You can go to Cottesloe General Store, which is on the main road of the beach. It is a family-friendly spot where you can grab beach bites like burgers, hot chips, fresh wraps, and ice-cold drinks to take back to the grass terraces.
28. Scarborough Beach Foreshore & Whale Playground
The Scarborough Beach Foreshore is a world-class, multi-million dollar coastal area and a perfect place for kids, as it is full of fun activities, like a massive playground and a giant climbable skeleton structure inspired by the whale. There is also a Scarborough Beach pool perfect for families to swim safely with kids.
Best for: All ages
Cost: Free
Insider Tip: The beachside climbing wall is free to use and sits directly over soft sand, a safe spot for children.
Nearby Family Food Pairings: The foreshore is lined with a fantastic strip of casual cafes and restaurants, making it easy for parents to take anything. You can go to Peter’s by the Sea, as they have classic Australian hamburgers, hot crinkle-cut chips, steak sandwiches, and thick milkshakes—a perfect menu for kids.
29. Coogee Beach Eco-Shark Barrier & Jetty
It is located south of Fremantle. Coogee Beach is a beautiful, calm swimming spot that gives parents a safe and comfortable experience. There is also a shark barrier that stretches from the sand into the ocean, which makes it the safest place. There is also a historic wooden jetty from where teenagers can directly go into clean water. The beach rarely has high waves; this makes it a safe option for families who have toddlers.
Best for: Primary to Teens
Cost: Free
Nearby Family Food Pairings: You can go to Coogee Beach Café near the beach, where you can grab bacon and egg rolls, fresh wraps, hot chips, ice cream, and great coffee for kids and teenagers.
30. Mettams Pool (Trigg)
It is a beautiful natural rock pool located along the northern beaches. Mettams provides a lagoon experience without heavy ocean waves, which makes it safe for families. The kids can see marine life like colorful reef fish and small abalone with snorkel masks. Perfect spot for families.
Best for: Young snorkelers and swimmers
Cost: Free
Insider Tip: Make sure to arrive early in the morning before the sea breeze, as at noon it turns the water choppy and reduces visibility.
31. Margaret River Chocolate Company (Swan Valley)
It is located in the heart of the beautiful Swan Valley; the Margaret River Chocolate Company is a dreamy place for the kids who love chocolates. While it’s a factory outlet, it’s yet popular among family destinations in Perth. It offers a fun, delicious, and completely free indoor experience. Kids can taste their favorite chocolates, which come in white, milk, and dark varieties. There is also a giant viewing window where kids can see chocolate being mixed, molded, and packaged into bars and truffles. There is also a chocolate shop where you can buy handmade truffles, giant chocolate freckles, chocolate sauces, and fun novelty shapes.
Best for: All ages
Cost: Free entry
Insider Tip: The free tasting bowls are topped up constantly, but try to limit the kids before heading to the café for their incredible hot chocolate.
Nearby Family Food Pairings: If you are looking for a proper family lunch, then go to Chocolate Cafe. They serve family-friendly lunches like burgers, chips, and wraps with chocolate fondues, cakes, and rich hot chocolates.
32. Whistler’s Chocolate Company
They are one of the oldest chocolate makers in all of Perth. The company is located in the Swan Valley, which has been a favorite destination for many families for the last 50 years. They also have a family-friendly backyard where parents can visit with children of all ages. The place also has sandpits, chalkboards, and outdoor games for kids.
Best for: All ages
Cost: Free entry
Insider Tip: Parents can sit comfortably at outdoor shaded tables and enjoy a coffee while the kids are safely playing on the lawn.
Nearby Family Food Pairings: You can go to Whistler’s Café, where kids can eat sausage rolls, sandwiches, and hot chips alongside incredible chocolate desserts, fondue platters, and milkshakes to eat out on the garden terrace.
33. Swan Valley Cuddly Animal Farm
It is a perfect and fantastic place that gives hands-on farm experience to families and young children. It offers kids a chance to go close to gentle farm animals. Kids can feed the baby lambs and goats. Holds fluffy chicks and cuddles soft guinea pigs and rabbits.
Best for: Toddlers and primary ages
Cost: Paid
Insider Tip: The entry fee includes a bucket of food for the animals; there is also a free bouncy castle located in the central undercover barn.
Nearby Family Food Pairings: You can go to Bailey Brewing Co.; they offer a kid-approved menu filled with pizzas, pasta, and fish and chips.
34. Funk 2.0 (Cider House & Brewery)
It is located in the Swat Valley, which is a highly populated area. The Cider House is famous among families, as it provides a relaxing and casual environment. Parents can sit back and watch kids playing in a safe space.
Best for: All ages
Cost: Paid
Insider Tip: They offer unique, house-made non-alcoholic sodas and juice paddles so the kids can enjoy a tasting flight with parents.
Nearby Family Food Pairings: The house has its own kitchen, so you don’t need to go out to buy something your family can eat there. They offer gourmet wood-fired pizzas, slow-cooked brisket, and loaded fries.
35. Oasis Resort Adventure Putt
It is located within the Oasis Resort complex in the Swan Valley. Oasis Resort Adventure Putts is a brilliant 18-hole miniature golf course perfect for families. It’s not like traditional flat mini golf courses. It is based on a miniature championship course where young kids, teenagers, and parents can play.
Best for: Ages 4+
Cost: Paid
Insider Tip: There is also an on-site restaurant that has an outdoor playground right next to the dining terrace so you can eat while the kids play.
Nearby Family Food Pairings: There is a restaurant inside known as Oasis Resort Restaurant, where you can easily grab wood-fired pizzas and big burgers for kids. If they don’t eat these, then you can also have other items specially made for kids.
36. Art Gallery of Western Australia (AGWA Design Space)
It is located right in the heart of the Perth Cultural Centre. Art Gallery of Western Australia (AGWA) is an inspiring and welcoming space for families. The main galleries are full of world-class historical and modern artwork; however, there is also a design space and family rooms, making it a perfect destination for creative kids.
Best for: All ages
Cost: Free
Insider Tip: Walk up to the massive AGWA Rooftop to get a 360-degree view of the city skyline.
Nearby Family Food Pairings: You can go to the onsite AGWA Cafe, where you can grab coffee, fresh sandwiches, wraps, sweet pastries, and kid-friendly snack packs.
37. State Library of WA (The Story Place)
A beautifully designed, quiet oasis on the upper floor of the library dedicated entirely to children’s literacy, complete with dress-ups, puppets, and books.
Best for: Toddlers to Age 7
Cost: Free
Insider Tip: Make sure to check their online calendar before visiting.
Nearby Family Food Pairings: You can go for an onsite cafe known as the ground floor cafe, where you can grab hot coffee, fresh fruit smoothies, babyccinos, toasties, and kid-friendly snack packs.
38. Palace Cinemas or Event Gold Class
Treating the family to a premium movie day out at Palace Cinemas or Event Gold Class, which turns a normal movie experience into a high-quality and luxury one. You can go with family there on a special occasion like a birthday. It is also a perfect place on a rainy day.
Best for: All ages
Cost: Paid
Insider Tip: Make sure to join their free movie club online before booking to get instant discounts on family tickets and popcorn combinations.
Nearby Family Food Pairings: You can go to Ribs & Burgers (Raine Square); they offer incredible, juicy burgers, slow-cooked ribs, and thick, old-school milkshakes, which every kid and teenager loves.
39. Pot Black Pool Hall (Northbridge)
It is located in Northbridge. Pot Black Pool Hall is a classic yet old-school indoor entertainment center in Perth from many years ago. It offers a completely family environment where parents and older kids can enjoy some friendly, screen-free competition together.
Best for: Tweens and Teens
Cost: Paid
Insider Tip: They offer smaller junior cues for younger kids who want to learn how to properly line up a shot.
Nearby Family Food Pairings: You can go to Old Shanghai Northbridge; it’s just 2 minutes away. They have a massive variety of affordable, casual stalls serving up fresh dumplings, sizzling stir-fries, laksa, and Japanese katsu curries.
40. Whiteman Park (Heritage Tram Ride)
It is located in the Whiteman Park conservation reserve. A heritage tram ride is a beautiful journey back in time. The place is operated by passionate volunteers from the Perth Electric Tramway Society. It offers a collection of beautifully restored, real electric trams.
Best for: All ages
Cost: Park entry is free (the tram ride is a small fee).
Insider Tip: Board the tram near the main village cafe to take a scenic loop down to the direct entrance of the transport museums.
Nearby Family Food Pairings: You can go to the Village Cafe located in the main Whiteman Park. They offer big gourmet burgers, fresh salads, and house-baked cakes.
41. Pia’s Place (Whiteman Park)
It is located in the scenic mussel pool area of Whiteman Park. Pia’s Place has a nature-based flagship playground with a massive space. It is fully inclusive, allowing children of all ages and availabilities.
Best for: All ages
Cost: Free
Insider Tip: The playground is fully enclosed and features an accessible tram that stops at the entrance gate for easy pram loading.
Nearby Family Food Pairings: You can go to Guerilla Kiosk (Mussel Pool), where you can grab high-quality barista coffee, ice-cold milkshakes, fresh toasties, hot chips, and ice cream tubs.
42. Shipwreck Park (Sienna Wood)
It is located in Hillbert (within the Sienna Wood estate). Shipwreck Park is a beautiful destination adventure playground built on a massive scale. The whole park is based on a nautical theme, which offers a fantastic experience to young kids and teenagers.
Best for: Primary ages
Cost: Free
Insider Tip: There are dual flying foxes and a fantastic rock-lined water play creek, so make sure you pack towels and a spare set of clothes.
Nearby Family Food Pairings: You can go to Mooba Shipwreck, where you can grab great barista coffee, toasties, muffins, cold drinks, and ice cream tubs.
43. Kwinana Adventure Park
It is located in Calista; this adventurous park is considered one of the most family-friendly destinations in Western Australia. Kwinana is set under a beautiful canopy of mature tuart trees, which offer a perfect outdoor experience to parents and kids of all ages.
Best for: All ages
Cost: Free
Insider Tip: The park offers fully accessible change rooms complete with hoists and adult-sized changing tables, making it a perfect spot for families.
Nearby Family Food Pairings: You can go to The Dome Cafe, located next to Kwinana Marketplace. They offer a menu packed with all-day breakfast, big burgers, toasties, juices, and coffee.
44. Bibra Lake Regional Playground
It is located on the banks of Bibra Lake. The entire playground is deeply inspired by local Nyungar Aboriginal culture and the natural wetland environment, which provides a unique, educational, and action-packed outdoor experience for families.
Best for: All ages
Cost: Free
Insider Tip: Bring bikes or scooters; the playground sits right on a flat, beautiful 6km paved loop trail that wraps completely around Bibra Lake.
Nearby Family Food Pairings: You can go to the Bibra Lake Kiosk; it is located on-site. They offer barista coffee, hot chips, sausage rolls, ice-cold milkshakes, and ice creams without leaving the park grounds.
45. Wellington Square Playground (Moort-ak Waadiny)
It is located in East Perth; this playground features a massive inner-city mega-park known as Moort-ak Waadiny, which means “family place” in the local language. This playground covers a huge footprint and provides a mix of high-energy play zones for toddlers, older kids, and teenagers.
Best for: All ages
Cost: Free
Insider Tip: The park is divided into distinct zones; the toddler sensory area is separate from the high-energy teenager skate bowls.
Nearby Family Food Pairings: You can go to the Royal East Perth; they offer a great menu packed with wood-fired pizzas, big burgers, and classic kids’ meals.
46. Volcano Park (Faulkner Park, Belmont)
A classic and Perth favorite park that has a giant, central concrete volcano that discharges smoke and steam before kids slide down its long, winding slides.
Best for: Primary ages
Cost: Free
Insider Tip: The volcano structure is shaded by large sails, which make it cooler to climb on during warm summer afternoons.
Nearby Family Food Pairings: You can go to Belmont Tavern, where the kids can have giant wood-fired pizzas, big beef burgers, chicken parmigianas, and a great-value kids’ meal menu.
47. Robot Park (Mason Green Estate)
A highly creative, futuristic playground has a giant steel robot head that attracts kids, and they can even climb inside; flying foxes; and industrial-themed climbing blocks.
Best for: Ages 4–12
Cost: Free
Insider Tip: You can bring scooters because there is a smooth concrete track with mini traffic signs and lane markings.
Nearby Family Food Pairings: You can go to Timber Cafe, where your family can enjoy fresh gourmet breakfasts, healthy lunch options, and an excellent, dedicated kids’ menu.
48. Jungle Park (Whiteman Edge)
A jungle-themed playground has a massive, elevated rope-bridge climbing course that gives a feeling of swinging through tree canopies to kids.
Best for: Ages 6+
Cost: Free
Insider Tip: The climbing towers can be challenging but are a perfect choice for older kids who have outgrown standard playgrounds.
Nearby Family Food Pairings: You can go to the Whiteman Edge Shopping Centre Precinct, where there are unlimited food options like Subway, local fish and chip shops, and bakeries perfect for families who have picky eaters.
49. Mills Park (Beckenham)
An expansive 24-hectare precinct based on an incredible nature play space, skate plazas, flying foxes, and a fantastic wetland boardwalk trail.
Best for: All ages
Cost: Free
Insider Tip: There is an on-site café located directly adjacent to the splash pad, so make sure you go there to eat instead of somewhere outside.
Nearby Family Food Pairings: You can go to Mills Park Centre Cafe, which is located inside. You can grab a barista coffee, hot toasties, fresh muffins, juices, and ice cream tubs without having to pack up and leave the park.
50. Mandurah Giants (Thomas Dambo Exhibition)
It is considered one of the most interactive outdoor art exhibitions in the world, created by a Danish recycling artist named Thomas Dambo. A perfect spot for families if kids are into art. This exhibition features massive, multi-meter-high wooden giant sculptures. Fully from recycled timber hidden secretly across Mandurah’s dense forests, hidden wetlands, and secret beaches.
Targeted Age Group: You can take children of all ages there.
Cost Profile: 100% Free.
Insider Tip: Make sure to first go to Mandurah Visitor Centre to pick an official clue map.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: Go to Sharky’s, where your kids can eat fresh seafood baskets, or for gourmet ice cream scoops, go to Simmo’s.
51. Hillary’s Boardwalk Arcade (Timezone)
It is a vibrant, neon-lit, high-energy entertainment center located on the water at Hillarys Boat Harbor. The place offers modern arcade video games, high-speed driving simulators, air hockey tables, and prize ticket counters, which make it a perfect spot for families with old kids.
Targeted Age Group: Primary to Teens.
Cost Profile: Paid.
Insider Tip: Don’t load individual cash onto game cards; instead, buy timed play-card packages (e.g., 30 minutes or 1 hour of unlimited play); this way your family can enjoy it without any worry.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: Go to Grill’d for healthy, custom-made family burgers and sweet potato chips.
52. John Forrest National Park (Swan View Tunnel)
It is one of Western Australia’s oldest national parks that is full of historical treasures, including a dark, 340-meter-long brick train tunnel carved right through the solid granite rock of the Darling Scarp in 1895.
Targeted Age Group: Ages 5+ to Teens.
Cost Profile: A national park vehicle entry fee applies.
Insider Tip: Ensure every family member has a separate high-powered flashlight or LED headlamp because the middle part of the tunnel is black with zero light, so kids find it thrillingly spooky.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: Utilize the beautiful stone picnic tables located near the main John Forrest National Park Tavern grounds to enjoy a family BBQ.
53. Core Cider House (Pickering Brook)
It is a spectacular, multi-acre artisan orchard property hidden in the rolling hills of Pickering Brook. Core Cider House has massive sloping grass lawns, a nature playground, and tractor-guided orchard tours through rows of apple and pear trees, which make it a perfect location for a family trip.
Targeted Age Group: All ages.
Cost Profile: Paid.
Insider Tip: The place also has outdoor bouncy castles, and they even host giant lawn games across the grass on every weekend, so make sure you visit the place on the weekend.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: There is an orchard restaurant that specializes in world-class wood-fired pizzas and gourmet sharing platters packed with local cheeses and fruits.
54. Gwelup Secret Garden
It is a magical, completely hidden wetland paradise covered in dense green climbing vines, ancient fallen logs, weeping willows, and a lush canopy of trees. When you go to Gwelup Secret Garden, it feels like you step into a page of a fairy tale. Perfect place for kids who love fairy tale books.
Targeted Age Group: All ages.
Cost Profile: 100% Free.
Insider Tip: Make sure everyone wears fully enclosed water-resistant boots since the place can be wet during winter and spring.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: You can go to Gwelup Shopping Centre, where there are many excellent bakeries, fresh juice bars, and coffee kiosks. Everyone can eat according to their choice.
55. Bells Rapids (Brigadoon)
It is located where the Avon and Swan rivers meet in Brigadoon. Bells Rapids is a nature reserve place famous for its rushing whitewater rapids and scenic valley views among tourists? It is fully packed on weekends. It is a perfect place for parents who are looking for a destination full of nature.
Targeted Age Group: All ages (works best for nature-loving, adventurous families).
Cost Profile: 100% Free.
Insider Tip: If you are planning to visit the place in August, then make sure to position your family on the main footbridge so they can see the world-famous Avon Descent whitewater race.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: You can go to Bells Rapids Coffee Van and grab barista coffee, hot chocolates, cold juices, and sweet muffins before heading onto the walking trails.
56. York Motor Museum (Day Trip)
It is located in Western Australia and considered one of the oldest inland historic European townships. This heritage building houses a world-class, museum-grade collection of veteran, vintage, and classic motor cars, racing vehicles, and historic motorcycles.
Targeted Age Group: Ages 6+ to Teens.
Cost Profile: Paid admission.
Insider Tip: You can visit museums and the historic York Suspension Bridge on the same day.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: For a perfect lunch you can go to the York Imperial Hotel, or if your kids love giant cream buns, then make sure to visit York Sourdough Bakery.
57. Gusto Gelato (Elizabeth Quay)
A handcrafted, small-batch Italian gelato made completely fresh daily on-site using premium local ingredients. They have many classic flavors alongside wild, rotating weekly creations.
Targeted Age Group: All ages.
Cost Profile: Paid.
Insider Tip: Don’t allow your kids to guess flavors. The staff there is extremely friendly, so ask them for a free sample of some popular flavors like Gianduja’ (Gourmet Chocolate Hazelnut) or their authentic Salted Caramel before ordering a full scoop.
58. Simmo’s Ice Creamery (Rottnest Island)
A famous place in Western Australia known for its rich, ultra-creamy texture and an enormous, creative selection of over 60 flavors.
Targeted Age Group: All ages.
Cost Profile: Paid.
Insider Tip: Skip common flavors like chocolate or vanilla. Order their popular flavors: Burnt Caramel and Apple Pie. These flavors are full of real chunks of pastry and spiced apple fruit, which surely attract kids.
59. Corica Pastries (Northbridge)
It’s an absolute culinary institution operating from 1957 in Northbridge. Corica Pastries is very famous for baking the most legendary, multi-layered, ultra-crispy apple strudels in the Southern Hemisphere.
Targeted Age Group: All ages.
Cost Profile: Paid.
Insider Tip: The strudels are very heavy, so buy a whole log, as they are perfect family-sized slices of crispy pastry and sweet local apples.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: Go to the adjacent Northbridge Plaza for great coffees and milk teas.
60. Chicho Gelato (Fremantle)
It is located in the heart of the historic port city. Chicho Gelato gives a modern, playful twist to traditional Italian dessert making. It is a vibrant, fun, and chic sweet spot location perfect for families who want to see how a sweet is made from scratch. The place also has a continuously flowing tap of warm, liquid milk chocolate used to drench the scoop.
Targeted Age Group: All ages.
Cost Profile: Paid.
Insider Tip: Make sure you sit out on their vibrant street steps to enjoy your cone.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: For family dinner, you should go to Fremantle Markets food hall before heading to Chicho for dessert.
61. Mary Street Bakery (West Leederville)
Mary Street Bakery is very famous across Perth because of their massive, decadent, artisanal gourmet donuts; they also have many new varieties with rotating flavors every weekend, a perfect place to enjoy with family, as all kids love donuts.
Targeted Age Group: All ages.
Cost Profile: Paid.
Insider Tip: Popular flavors like Maple Bacon, Passionfruit Curd, and Fairy Bread completely sold out on weekends, so make sure you go to the place early in the morning, ideally before 10:00 AM.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: You can pair the sweet donuts with their house-roasted coffees and fresh sausage rolls.
62. Adventure World
It is one of the largest-scale theme park and water park entertainment resorts in Perth. Adventure World has massive, world-class high-thrill roller coasters; giant looping water slides; and a fairytale kingdom named Dragon’s Kingdom, especially designed for toddlers and smaller children. A perfect spot for a family trip.
Targeted Age Group: You can take all ages of kids.
Cost Profile: Paid, but booking online during shoulder season offers the best rates.
Insider Tip: If you have a good budget, then hire a private family cabana for the day from the website.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: The internal park cafes serve a menu fit for family favorites, from fresh hot pizzas and burgers to healthy salad bowls and ice cream tubs.
63. Outback Splash (Bullsbrook)
Located on the northern highway approach near Bullsbrook, Outback Splash features massive, multi-lane high-speed water slides; an enormous water playground tower equipped with a giant tipping bucket; and six massive, meticulously manicured hedge and timber mazes to solve.
Targeted Age Group: All ages.
Cost Profile: Paid.
Insider Tip: It remains open during winter months; however, the prices of tickets are quite low, so if you have a smaller budget, it would work for you.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: Visit the Burger Bar on-site for fresh lunches.
64. Beatty Park Leisure Centre (North Perth)
Beatty Park Leisure Centre has a massive indoor heated lagoon pool full of indoor water slides; there is also an automated tipping water bucket, spray fountains, and a continuous lazy river water tunnel. It is a perfect place for a family picnic.
Targeted Age Group: All ages.
Cost Profile: Paid public swim entry, which is cheap and budget-friendly for large families.
Insider Tip: It is a perfect rainy-day winter swimming option in Perth where you can take kids instead of taking them to beaches.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: You can go to the internal Beatty Park Café for fresh toasties, healthy fruit smoothies, and warm muffins.
65. Bayswater Waves Indoor Wave Pool
It is very famous across Western Australia, as it is the home to Perth’s absolute only indoor wave pool, Bayswater Waves Indoor Wave Pool. It activates every 30 minutes to generate surf waves; there are also giant indoor twisting tube water slides and heated lazy rivers.
Targeted Age Group: All ages.
Cost Profile: Paid public entry.
Insider Tip: Try to keep a firm grip, especially on smaller toddlers, the moment the automated wave warning siren sounds because the wave comes very fast and a toddler doesn’t have that much strong grip.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: You can go to the poolside café tables for classic hot chips with chicken salt and cold milkshakes.
66. Kyilla Community Farmers Market (North Perth)
It is a vibrant, deeply welcoming, every-Saturday-morning community neighborhood market with incredible local farm produce stalls, live acoustic buskers, artisan breakfast curators, and a fantastic playground. Perfect place for families.
Targeted Age Group: All ages.
Cost Profile: 100% Free entry.
Insider Tip: Make sure to go there early in the morning at 8:00 AM on Saturday so you can get some fresh, warm almond croissants and artisan coffees from the baking stalls.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: You do not need to cook breakfast at home because the local community groups run a legendary volunteer sausage sizzle stall raising funds for local schools.
67. Subi Farmers Market (Subiaco)
This farmer’s market operates on Saturday morning on the grounds of the Subiaco Primary School. You can have local fresh produce and gourmet international breakfast options while enjoying live children’s entertainment with your family.
Targeted Age Group: All ages.
Cost Profile: 100% Free entry.
Insider Tip: First grab the fresh wood-fired pastry, then go to the primary school’s actual playground.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: You can order fresh French crepes or authentic Japanese street food skewers directly from the market vendors.
68. Inglewood Monday Night Market
It is a crowded and highly popular summer street food night market that is located on Beaufort Street in Inglewood. The market offers international food trucks, live street performers, and dedicated kids’ activity zones.
Targeted Age Group: All ages.
Cost Profile: 100% Free entry.
Insider Tip: Make sure to bring a large family picnic blanket. Grab dinner from the various trucks and sit down on grassy lawns near the local library and enjoy the meal.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: There are unlimited food choices in the market, so let your kids choose from authentic wood-fired pizzas, Mexican tacos, Spanish churros, and gourmet ice cream trucks.
69. Perth City Farm (East Perth)
It is an absolute urban eco-farm oasis found between industrial rail lines and concrete buildings in East Perth. Perth City Farm transforms a former industrial site into a lush and green sanctuary. It offers a combination of both farm and nature to kids and families. There is also a fantastic and organic cafe.
Targeted Age Group: Toddlers and primary school children.
Cost Profile: 100% Free public entry to the farm grounds.
Insider Tip: Do visit the local organic market on Saturday morning. The locals love to show visiting kids how the large-scale worm farms operate.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: There is also a cafe inside called City Farm Café, best for families. They offer world-class, organic, farm-to-table children’s breakfast bowls and fresh juices.
70. Strike Bowling (Westfield Carousel)
Located up on the vibrant Rooftop Dining Precinct of Westfield Carousel in Cannington, Strike Bowling is a highly modern, high-energy indoor entertainment hub. As one of the premier family fun destinations in Perth’s southern suburbs, this flashing, neon-lit venue brings together a massive variety of high-tech activities under one roof, making it an absolute paradise for kids, teenagers, and parents looking for an action-packed day out.
Targeted Age Group: Primary to Teens.
Cost Profile: Paid.
Insider Tip: They provide lightweight balls, bumper rails, and ramp launchers so the toddlers can successfully hit the pins.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: Enjoy their lane-side dining service for sliders, pizzas, and loaded fries.
71. Pelican Point (Crawley)
It’s a beautiful nature reserve and windsurfing hub located on the river. Pelican Point is perfect for families who love to watch birdlife and is a peaceful place with shallow water around.
Targeted Age Group: All ages.
Cost Profile: 100% Free.
Insider Tip: Make sure to keep binoculars because black swans and massive pelicans use it as a migratory resting zone.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: You can go to the Nedlands cafe; it’s just a 2-minute drive away.
72. Maylands Yacht Club Foreshore
It is like a hidden gem; the river beach offers wide grassy lawns, public BBQs, a small playground, and a long stretch of shallow, sandy river water perfect for the families who love such places.
Targeted Age Group: Toddlers and primary ages.
Cost Profile: 100% Free.
Insider Tip: It is a perfect swimming spot, especially in the afternoon.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: Pack a custom picnic lunch to enjoy right on the shady river grass banks.
73. Holey Moley Golf Club (Northbridge)
It is located inside a multi-story historic building on Lake Street. Holey Moley converts traditional mini-golf into an absolute pop-culture wonderland. The vibe of this place is a vibrant, neon-drenched maze of crazy creative challenges. It is a perfect fun place for families, kids, and screen-loving teenagers.
Targeted Age Group: Primary to Teens.
Cost Profile: Paid.
Insider Tip: Since it is very crowded and loud on weekends, make sure to book a daytime slot on weekends.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: The place also has their food place so you can order their signature oversized pizzas and loaded family fries lane-side.
74. Wembley Golf Course (Mini Golf)
It is located within the sprawling sporting complex. Wembley is a high-spec, constructed outdoor 18-hole miniature golf course. It provides a real experience of a championship golf course. Perfect place for families who love golf.
Targeted Age Group: Ages 5+.
Cost Profile: Paid.
Insider Tip: There is also an inside restaurant, so make sure to visit it too.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: Your family can enjoy gourmet burgers, wood-fired pizzas, and artisan salads at the 300 Acres restaurant that is inside.
75. Hi Voltage Karts (Belmont)
It is located on Great Eastern Highway in Belmont. Hi Voltage Karts is a premier indoor electric go-kart racing track. The place is quiet and has traditional gas-powered tracks. It has an ultra-modern, high-energy indoor complex that completely works on high-torque, eco-friendly electric technology. The place is very clean, which makes it a perfect spot for families.
Targeted Age Group: Ages 7 to Teens.
Cost Profile: Paid.
Insider Tip: They offer specialized twin-seat karts so a parent can drive safely with a younger child who isn’t tall enough to drive a solo kart yet.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: You can go to nearby Belmont Forum for an enormous array of casual family dining choices.
76. Optus Stadium Tour
It is located along the Swan River waterfront in Burswood. The Optus Stadium tour offers a fantastic and exclusive inside look at one of the most advanced sporting venues in the world. It gives families and kids a perfect yet memorable experience.
Targeted Age Group: Ages 5+.
Cost Profile: Paid.
Insider Tip: Combine the tour with lunch at The Camfield next door, which offers a fully enclosed grass family courtyard and outdoor screen.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: Your family can enjoy wood-fired pizzas, artisan steaks, and great kid-friendly menus at The Camfield.
77. Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq (Karrinyup)
It is located inside the West Deck dining and entertainment precinct at Karrinyup Shopping Centre. Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq is a circus-themed indoor arcade. This high-energy venue provides the feel of vintage with high technology. A perfect playground for older kids and teenagers
Targeted Age Group: All ages.
Cost Profile: Paid.
Insider Tip: Make sure you try their famous, over-the-top loaded milkshakes, as they are very popular.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: You can go to the Karrinyup dining precinct for world-class family restaurants.
78. Lazer Blaze (Willetton)
It is located inside the Southlands Boulevarde shopping precinct in Willetton. Laser Blaze is a high-energy laser tag center. It had a custom-built, sci-fi tactical combat arena perfect for drop players. Families come here on weekends and special occasions like birthdays; it is a highly recommended place for teenagers.
Targeted Age Group: Ages 6+ to Teens.
Cost Profile: Paid.
Insider Tip: Make sure your family wears black clothes and socks so you can enjoy better in UV blacklights.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: You can go to the Willetton food hub for excellent family takeaway favorites.
79. Intensity (Innaloo)
A classic, high-energy arcade located directly next to the major cinema complex, packed with classic fighting games, pinball, and air hockey tables.
Targeted Age Group: All ages.
Cost Profile: Paid.
Insider Tip: It is the perfect place to burn off some high energy for 30 minutes before or after a family movie screening.
Nearby Family Food Pairing: Grab a table at Sizzler or nearby casual family dining choices in Innaloo.
The Ultimate 1-Day Perth Family Itinerary
If your family members are very occupied and only have a single day to do all the best things in Perth, then you have to schedule your day without letting your children get tired.
8:30 AM – Morning Peak & River Cruise: First, go to the Elizabeth Quay inlet in the city center, where you can take a public ferry over to the Mends Street Jetty in South Perth.
10:00 AM – Immersive Wildlife Exploration: Then go to Perth Zoo and spend some time exploring the shaded grounds; go to the Australian Bushwalk section first.
1:00 PM – Waterfront Lunch & Water Play: Take the ferry again to Elizabeth Quay, then go for lunch at waterfront boardwalk cafes. Once done, take your children to BHP Billiton Water Park or enjoy a magical ride on the handcrafted traditional Venetian carousel.
3:00 PM—Sky-High Botanical Afternoon: Take a short, free bus ride into the grand grounds of Kings Park, walk on the bridge of Lotterywest Federation Walkway, and take the kids to May Drive Parkicoot Playground.
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How Much Does a Family Trip to Perth Cost?
A family day trip to Perth costs between $40 AUD and $750 AUD per day depending on your activities:
- Budget Day ($40 – $70 AUD): Best for free nature playgrounds (Kings Park, Elizabeth Quay) and capped public transport.
- Mid-Range Day ($180 – $320 AUD): Includes casual cafe dining and entry to standard educational spaces (Scitech or Perth Zoo).
- Premium Day ($550 – $750+ AUD): Includes fine dining, private rental cars, and major action attractions (Adventure World or Rottnest Island Ferries).
Use our interactive Perth Family Travel Cost Calculator below to select specific attractions and instantly calculate your custom itinerary costs.
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