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Family Attractions

Family Attractions in Perth

Use this page when you need a realistic Perth day with children, not just a long list of attractions. It groups indoor backups, wildlife days, beaches, parks, museums, theme parks and day trips by age, weather, energy and transport.

Last updated: 2026-07-30

Family Planning

How To Choose Family Attractions In Perth

This page is for families comparing Perth activities by age, energy level, weather, budget and transport. It brings together indoor attractions, outdoor parks, wildlife pages, beach planning, markets, theme parks and day trips so you can choose a realistic day rather than a long list of unrelated ideas.

Good first choices are Perth Zoo, Scitech, AQWA, WA Museum Boola Bardip, Kings Park, Caversham Wildlife Park and Fremantle. For younger children, check facilities, shade, pram access, food and toilets. For older children and teens, compare science, wildlife, beaches, island day trips, markets, mini golf and longer outdoor plans.

Choose one main stop first. Add a nearby park, foreshore, food break or short indoor backup only if the day still feels comfortable for the youngest person in the group.

Choose by time and weather. For rainy or very hot days, start with indoor museums, galleries, Scitech or AQWA. For mild weather, compare Kings Park, beaches, foreshore areas and wildlife attractions. For budget planning, remember that free entry does not always mean free parking, food, tours or transport.

Quick Choices

Quick family choices

  • Best indoor backup: Scitech, AQWA or WA Museum Boola Bardip.
  • Best outdoor city option: Kings Park.
  • Best animal day: Perth Zoo or Caversham Wildlife Park.
  • Best coast-and-family mix: Hillarys Boat Harbour and AQWA.
  • Best full-day active option: Adventure World or Perth's Outback Splash, when season and weather suit.
  • Best low-pressure family plan: one main stop plus a nearby park, foreshore or food break.

Compare

Family attraction comparison

Attraction Best for Indoor/outdoor Time style Main caution
Perth ZooAnimal day, South Perth planMostly outdoorHalf-day styleHeat, walking, tickets
ScitechHands-on learning, rainy dayIndoorShort to half-daySessions, tickets
AQWAMarine life, Hillarys planMostly indoorShort to half-dayTickets, harbour conditions
Kings ParkViews, playgrounds, picnicsOutdoorQuick stop to half-dayHeat, shade, walking
Caversham Wildlife ParkWildlife, Swan Valley planMixed/outdoorHalf-day styleTravel, tickets, weather

Age And Weather

Choose by age and conditions

For toddlers: keep the day short, check pram access, toilets, shade, food and nap timing.

For primary-school children: hands-on museums, wildlife, aquariums, parks and short beach visits usually work better than long multi-stop itineraries.

For teens: compare beaches, markets, wildlife, Rottnest, Fremantle, science attractions, escape-room-style activities and longer outdoor plans.

For hot days: avoid overloading outdoor stops. Choose shade, indoor breaks, water, toilets and shorter walking distances.

For rainy days: use indoor museums, Scitech, AQWA, galleries, markets with covered areas and flexible city plans.

Before You Go

Before you go

Check the official attraction website for today's opening hours, prices, bookings, closures, accessibility, facilities and event changes. For beaches, ferries, public transport and weather-sensitive plans, also check the relevant official transport, weather or safety source.

Start Here

Best Family Attractions In Perth

Start with these widely useful family pages, then check current opening hours, bookings, access and facilities before visiting.

Perth city skyline beside the Swan River Zoo

Perth Zoo

This page is useful for families deciding whether Perth Zoo should be the main stop of the day, especially when combining it with South Perth Foreshore, Elizabeth Quay or a car-free river plan.

  • South Perth
  • Zoo
Best for
Families, wildlife, South Perth visits
Area
South Perth
Cost
Ticketed attraction; current prices and concessions can change
Time needed
Allow a relaxed family visit if you want animal areas, breaks and talks; shorten the plan for younger children
Good without a car
South Perth area
Setting
Mostly outdoor, with some sheltered stops; plan around heat, rain and tired legs
Perth city skyline beside the Swan River Interactive science centre

Scitech

Scitech is an interactive West Perth science centre with more than 100 hands-on exhibits, a planetarium and included science and puppet theatre programs.

  • West Perth, opposite City West Station
  • Interactive science centre
Best for
Families, science, rainy days
Area
West Perth, opposite City West Station
Cost
Ticketed; the all-day ticket includes exhibits, planetarium and scheduled theatre programs
Time needed
Half day is practical; the ticket permits all-day entry
Good without a car
West Perth and City West area
Setting
Mainly indoors, useful for rainy days, hot days and flexible city plans
Perth city skyline beside the Swan River Aquarium

AQWA

AQWA is an aquarium at Hillarys Boat Harbour, useful for families who want a marine-life activity that is less dependent on beach conditions.

  • Hillarys Boat Harbour
  • Aquarium
Best for
Families, marine life, rainy day planning
Area
Hillarys Boat Harbour
Cost
Ticketed attraction; current prices and experiences can change
Time needed
Plan a flexible visit length, especially if adding harbour food, beach time or talks
Good without a car
Hillarys Boat Harbour area
Setting
Mainly aquarium-based and useful in poor weather, with nearby harbour and beach areas affected by conditions
Perth city skyline beside the Swan River Wildlife park

Caversham Wildlife Park

Caversham Wildlife Park is a managed wildlife attraction near Whiteman Park for native animals and supervised visitor experiences.

  • Whiteman Park / Swan Valley area
  • Wildlife park
Best for
Families, native wildlife, Whiteman Park visits
Area
Whiteman Park / Swan Valley area
Cost
Ticketed attraction; current prices and experience rules can change
Time needed
Allow a relaxed visit if you are planning around shows, animal areas or a wider Whiteman Park day
Good without a car
Whiteman Park area
Setting
Mostly outdoor or mixed; plan around heat, rain, shade and walking
Perth city skyline beside the Swan River Park and botanic garden

Kings Park

Kings Park is a large Perth city park for gardens, walking, views, family time and a practical stop near the CBD and Swan River.

  • West Perth / Perth CBD edge
  • Park and botanic garden
Best for
Parks, gardens, views, walking
Area
West Perth / Perth CBD edge
Cost
Public park; tours, food, events, parking or transport may have separate costs
Time needed
Short viewpoint stops or longer walks and picnics can both work
Good without a car
Route 935 and the Blue CAT serve Kings Park
Setting
Outdoor park visit; plan around heat, rain, wind and sun exposure
Perth city skyline beside the Swan River Large park and recreation area

Whiteman Park

Whiteman Park is a large family-friendly park area in Perth's north-east, useful for open space, heritage attractions, wildlife links and Swan Valley planning.

  • Whiteman / Swan Valley area
  • Large park and recreation area
Best for
Families, parks, outdoor visits
Area
Whiteman / Swan Valley area
Cost
Park access and individual attractions or activities can differ; confirm current costs before relying on them
Time needed
Plan a half-day-style outing if combining park areas, attractions or nearby wildlife stops
Setting
Mostly outdoor and spread out; plan around heat, rain and walking distances
Perth city skyline beside the Swan River Theme and water park

Adventure World

Adventure World is a Perth theme and water-park attraction for families who want rides, seasonal outdoor fun and clear age or height-rule planning.

  • Bibra Lake / Cockburn area
  • Theme and water park
Best for
families comfortable checking ride suitability, supervision needs and height rules before arrival
Area
Bibra Lake / Cockburn area
Cost
Ticketed attraction; current prices, passes and inclusions can change
Time needed
Plan a flexible longer outing if rides, water areas, food and breaks are part of the day
Setting
Outdoor seasonal attraction; weather, heat and ride availability matter
Perth city skyline beside the Swan River Water attraction and outdoor family attraction

Perth's Outback Splash

Perth's Outback Splash is a Bullsbrook family attraction for seasonal water-park planning, outdoor activities and Swan Valley-side day trips.

  • Bullsbrook / Swan Valley side
Best for
families who can check water confidence, age fit, activity rules and seasonal availability before travelling
Area
Bullsbrook / Swan Valley side
Cost
Ticketed attraction; current prices, inclusions and seasonal rules can change
Time needed
Plan a longer outdoor outing if water activities, food, breaks and travel time are included
Setting
Mostly outdoor and seasonal; heat, sun, rain and water-area availability matter

Indoor

Indoor Family Attractions

Use these indoor pages for wet or very hot days, then confirm current sessions, tickets and facilities.

Perth city skyline beside the Swan River Interactive science centre

Scitech

Scitech is an interactive West Perth science centre with more than 100 hands-on exhibits, a planetarium and included science and puppet theatre programs.

  • West Perth, opposite City West Station
  • Interactive science centre
Best for
Families, science, rainy days
Area
West Perth, opposite City West Station
Cost
Ticketed; the all-day ticket includes exhibits, planetarium and scheduled theatre programs
Time needed
Half day is practical; the ticket permits all-day entry
Good without a car
West Perth and City West area
Setting
Mainly indoors, useful for rainy days, hot days and flexible city plans
Perth city skyline beside the Swan River Aquarium

AQWA

AQWA is an aquarium at Hillarys Boat Harbour, useful for families who want a marine-life activity that is less dependent on beach conditions.

  • Hillarys Boat Harbour
  • Aquarium
Best for
Families, marine life, rainy day planning
Area
Hillarys Boat Harbour
Cost
Ticketed attraction; current prices and experiences can change
Time needed
Plan a flexible visit length, especially if adding harbour food, beach time or talks
Good without a car
Hillarys Boat Harbour area
Setting
Mainly aquarium-based and useful in poor weather, with nearby harbour and beach areas affected by conditions

Outdoor

Outdoor Family Attractions

Compare outdoor options by shade, walking effort and location, with a simple backup for difficult weather.

Perth city skyline beside the Swan River Park and botanic garden

Kings Park

Kings Park is a large Perth city park for gardens, walking, views, family time and a practical stop near the CBD and Swan River.

  • West Perth / Perth CBD edge
  • Park and botanic garden
Best for
Parks, gardens, views, walking
Area
West Perth / Perth CBD edge
Cost
Public park; tours, food, events, parking or transport may have separate costs
Time needed
Short viewpoint stops or longer walks and picnics can both work
Good without a car
Route 935 and the Blue CAT serve Kings Park
Setting
Outdoor park visit; plan around heat, rain, wind and sun exposure
Perth city skyline beside the Swan River Large park and recreation area

Whiteman Park

Whiteman Park is a large family-friendly park area in Perth's north-east, useful for open space, heritage attractions, wildlife links and Swan Valley planning.

  • Whiteman / Swan Valley area
  • Large park and recreation area
Best for
Families, parks, outdoor visits
Area
Whiteman / Swan Valley area
Cost
Park access and individual attractions or activities can differ; confirm current costs before relying on them
Time needed
Plan a half-day-style outing if combining park areas, attractions or nearby wildlife stops
Setting
Mostly outdoor and spread out; plan around heat, rain and walking distances
Perth city skyline beside the Swan River Zoo

Perth Zoo

This page is useful for families deciding whether Perth Zoo should be the main stop of the day, especially when combining it with South Perth Foreshore, Elizabeth Quay or a car-free river plan.

  • South Perth
  • Zoo
Best for
Families, wildlife, South Perth visits
Area
South Perth
Cost
Ticketed attraction; current prices and concessions can change
Time needed
Allow a relaxed family visit if you want animal areas, breaks and talks; shorten the plan for younger children
Good without a car
South Perth area
Setting
Mostly outdoor, with some sheltered stops; plan around heat, rain and tired legs
Perth city skyline beside the Swan River Wildlife park

Caversham Wildlife Park

Caversham Wildlife Park is a managed wildlife attraction near Whiteman Park for native animals and supervised visitor experiences.

  • Whiteman Park / Swan Valley area
  • Wildlife park
Best for
Families, native wildlife, Whiteman Park visits
Area
Whiteman Park / Swan Valley area
Cost
Ticketed attraction; current prices and experience rules can change
Time needed
Allow a relaxed visit if you are planning around shows, animal areas or a wider Whiteman Park day
Good without a car
Whiteman Park area
Setting
Mostly outdoor or mixed; plan around heat, rain, shade and walking
Perth city skyline beside the Swan River River foreshore and public parkland

South Perth Foreshore

South Perth Foreshore is a broad Swan River parkland with city views, walking and cycling paths, picnic facilities, playgrounds and direct links to Mends Street and Perth Zoo.

  • South Perth, along the Swan River
  • River foreshore and public parkland
Best for
River areas, walking, families
Area
South Perth, along the Swan River
Cost
Free public open space; parking, ferry fares, food and nearby attractions may cost extra
Time needed
One to three hours, or longer for a picnic and Perth Zoo
Perth city skyline beside the Swan River National park

Yanchep National Park

Yanchep National Park is a northern Swan Coastal Plain park for picnics, wetlands and woodland walks, the koala boardwalk, guided cave tours and longer nature outings.

  • Yanchep, north of Perth
  • National park
Best for
Nature, walking, day trips
Area
Yanchep, north of Perth
Cost
Standard park entry fees apply; tours, camping, golf and adventure activities cost extra
Time needed
Half day for the central park area; full day for a longer trail or booked activity
Good without a car
Driving is the practical option for most visitors

Wildlife

Wildlife Attractions With Kids

Animal rules, welfare guidance, encounters and access details need official-source checks.

Perth city skyline beside the Swan River Zoo

Perth Zoo

This page is useful for families deciding whether Perth Zoo should be the main stop of the day, especially when combining it with South Perth Foreshore, Elizabeth Quay or a car-free river plan.

  • South Perth
  • Zoo
Best for
Families, wildlife, South Perth visits
Area
South Perth
Cost
Ticketed attraction; current prices and concessions can change
Time needed
Allow a relaxed family visit if you want animal areas, breaks and talks; shorten the plan for younger children
Good without a car
South Perth area
Setting
Mostly outdoor, with some sheltered stops; plan around heat, rain and tired legs
Perth city skyline beside the Swan River Wildlife park

Caversham Wildlife Park

Caversham Wildlife Park is a managed wildlife attraction near Whiteman Park for native animals and supervised visitor experiences.

  • Whiteman Park / Swan Valley area
  • Wildlife park
Best for
Families, native wildlife, Whiteman Park visits
Area
Whiteman Park / Swan Valley area
Cost
Ticketed attraction; current prices and experience rules can change
Time needed
Allow a relaxed visit if you are planning around shows, animal areas or a wider Whiteman Park day
Good without a car
Whiteman Park area
Setting
Mostly outdoor or mixed; plan around heat, rain, shade and walking
Perth city skyline beside the Swan River Aquarium

AQWA

AQWA is an aquarium at Hillarys Boat Harbour, useful for families who want a marine-life activity that is less dependent on beach conditions.

  • Hillarys Boat Harbour
  • Aquarium
Best for
Families, marine life, rainy day planning
Area
Hillarys Boat Harbour
Cost
Ticketed attraction; current prices and experiences can change
Time needed
Plan a flexible visit length, especially if adding harbour food, beach time or talks
Good without a car
Hillarys Boat Harbour area
Setting
Mainly aquarium-based and useful in poor weather, with nearby harbour and beach areas affected by conditions

Museums

Museums And Learning Attractions

Exhibitions, programs, prices and age suitability can change. Use official websites for current details.

Perth city skyline beside the Swan River Interactive science centre

Scitech

Scitech is an interactive West Perth science centre with more than 100 hands-on exhibits, a planetarium and included science and puppet theatre programs.

  • West Perth, opposite City West Station
  • Interactive science centre
Best for
Families, science, rainy days
Area
West Perth, opposite City West Station
Cost
Ticketed; the all-day ticket includes exhibits, planetarium and scheduled theatre programs
Time needed
Half day is practical; the ticket permits all-day entry
Good without a car
West Perth and City West area
Setting
Mainly indoors, useful for rainy days, hot days and flexible city plans

Coast

Beaches And Coastal Family Days

Check current beach information, patrols, closures, dog rules and facilities before visiting with children.

Aerial view of City Beach showing the white-sand beach, two rock groynes, foreshore buildings and adjoining parkland Ocean beach and foreshore

City Beach, Perth

City Beach is a wide white-sand beach west of central Perth, with two rock groynes, a patrolled swimming area, grassy picnic spaces, playgrounds, barbecues and beachfront dining.

  • Challenger Parade, City Beach WA 6015
  • Ocean beach and foreshore
  • Public beach
  • 1–3 hours
Best for
Swimming between the flags, picnics, families, sunsets and beachfront dining
Area
Challenger Parade, City Beach WA 6015
Cost
Public beach
Time needed
1–3 hours
Perth city skyline beside the Swan River Harbour and waterfront precinct

Hillarys Boat Harbour

Hillarys Boat Harbour is a marina and waterfront precinct with AQWA, Sorrento Quay dining and shops, protected swimming areas and marine departures.

  • Hillarys and Sorrento
  • Harbour and waterfront precinct
Best for
Coast, family outings, harbour visits
Area
Hillarys and Sorrento
Cost
Free precinct entry; individual attractions, food and tours cost extra
Time needed
Half day, or longer with AQWA or a marine departure

Parks

Parks And Outdoor Areas

Use these as planning pages until official facilities, access and safety details are checked.

Perth city skyline beside the Swan River Park and botanic garden

Kings Park

Kings Park is a large Perth city park for gardens, walking, views, family time and a practical stop near the CBD and Swan River.

  • West Perth / Perth CBD edge
  • Park and botanic garden
Best for
Parks, gardens, views, walking
Area
West Perth / Perth CBD edge
Cost
Public park; tours, food, events, parking or transport may have separate costs
Time needed
Short viewpoint stops or longer walks and picnics can both work
Good without a car
Route 935 and the Blue CAT serve Kings Park
Setting
Outdoor park visit; plan around heat, rain, wind and sun exposure
Perth city skyline beside the Swan River Large park and recreation area

Whiteman Park

Whiteman Park is a large family-friendly park area in Perth's north-east, useful for open space, heritage attractions, wildlife links and Swan Valley planning.

  • Whiteman / Swan Valley area
  • Large park and recreation area
Best for
Families, parks, outdoor visits
Area
Whiteman / Swan Valley area
Cost
Park access and individual attractions or activities can differ; confirm current costs before relying on them
Time needed
Plan a half-day-style outing if combining park areas, attractions or nearby wildlife stops
Setting
Mostly outdoor and spread out; plan around heat, rain and walking distances
Perth city skyline beside the Swan River River foreshore and public parkland

South Perth Foreshore

South Perth Foreshore is a broad Swan River parkland with city views, walking and cycling paths, picnic facilities, playgrounds and direct links to Mends Street and Perth Zoo.

  • South Perth, along the Swan River
  • River foreshore and public parkland
Best for
River areas, walking, families
Area
South Perth, along the Swan River
Cost
Free public open space; parking, ferry fares, food and nearby attractions may cost extra
Time needed
One to three hours, or longer for a picnic and Perth Zoo

Theme Parks

Theme Parks And Water Attractions

Check current opening dates, prices, ride rules and height or safety restrictions before visiting.

Perth city skyline beside the Swan River Theme and water park

Adventure World

Adventure World is a Perth theme and water-park attraction for families who want rides, seasonal outdoor fun and clear age or height-rule planning.

  • Bibra Lake / Cockburn area
  • Theme and water park
Best for
families comfortable checking ride suitability, supervision needs and height rules before arrival
Area
Bibra Lake / Cockburn area
Cost
Ticketed attraction; current prices, passes and inclusions can change
Time needed
Plan a flexible longer outing if rides, water areas, food and breaks are part of the day
Setting
Outdoor seasonal attraction; weather, heat and ride availability matter
Perth city skyline beside the Swan River Water attraction and outdoor family attraction

Perth's Outback Splash

Perth's Outback Splash is a Bullsbrook family attraction for seasonal water-park planning, outdoor activities and Swan Valley-side day trips.

  • Bullsbrook / Swan Valley side
Best for
families who can check water confidence, age fit, activity rules and seasonal availability before travelling
Area
Bullsbrook / Swan Valley side
Cost
Ticketed attraction; current prices, inclusions and seasonal rules can change
Time needed
Plan a longer outdoor outing if water activities, food, breaks and travel time are included
Setting
Mostly outdoor and seasonal; heat, sun, rain and water-area availability matter

Without A Car

Family Attractions Without A Car

Use these family pages for car-free planning, then check current public transport, ferry or operator information before travelling.

Perth city skyline beside the Swan River Interactive science centre

Scitech

Scitech is an interactive West Perth science centre with more than 100 hands-on exhibits, a planetarium and included science and puppet theatre programs.

  • West Perth, opposite City West Station
  • Interactive science centre
Best for
Families, science, rainy days
Area
West Perth, opposite City West Station
Cost
Ticketed; the all-day ticket includes exhibits, planetarium and scheduled theatre programs
Time needed
Half day is practical; the ticket permits all-day entry
Good without a car
West Perth and City West area
Setting
Mainly indoors, useful for rainy days, hot days and flexible city plans
Perth city skyline beside the Swan River Aquarium

AQWA

AQWA is an aquarium at Hillarys Boat Harbour, useful for families who want a marine-life activity that is less dependent on beach conditions.

  • Hillarys Boat Harbour
  • Aquarium
Best for
Families, marine life, rainy day planning
Area
Hillarys Boat Harbour
Cost
Ticketed attraction; current prices and experiences can change
Time needed
Plan a flexible visit length, especially if adding harbour food, beach time or talks
Good without a car
Hillarys Boat Harbour area
Setting
Mainly aquarium-based and useful in poor weather, with nearby harbour and beach areas affected by conditions

Rainy Day

Rainy Day Family Attractions

These indoor choices can make a flexible rainy-day plan when current sessions and bookings suit your group.

Perth city skyline beside the Swan River Interactive science centre

Scitech

Scitech is an interactive West Perth science centre with more than 100 hands-on exhibits, a planetarium and included science and puppet theatre programs.

  • West Perth, opposite City West Station
  • Interactive science centre
Best for
Families, science, rainy days
Area
West Perth, opposite City West Station
Cost
Ticketed; the all-day ticket includes exhibits, planetarium and scheduled theatre programs
Time needed
Half day is practical; the ticket permits all-day entry
Good without a car
West Perth and City West area
Setting
Mainly indoors, useful for rainy days, hot days and flexible city plans
Perth city skyline beside the Swan River Aquarium

AQWA

AQWA is an aquarium at Hillarys Boat Harbour, useful for families who want a marine-life activity that is less dependent on beach conditions.

  • Hillarys Boat Harbour
  • Aquarium
Best for
Families, marine life, rainy day planning
Area
Hillarys Boat Harbour
Cost
Ticketed attraction; current prices and experiences can change
Time needed
Plan a flexible visit length, especially if adding harbour food, beach time or talks
Good without a car
Hillarys Boat Harbour area
Setting
Mainly aquarium-based and useful in poor weather, with nearby harbour and beach areas affected by conditions

Day Trips

Family Day Trips From Perth

Ferry access, weather, animal rules and seasonal closures need checking before planning with children.

Perth city skyline beside the Swan River National park

Yanchep National Park

Yanchep National Park is a northern Swan Coastal Plain park for picnics, wetlands and woodland walks, the koala boardwalk, guided cave tours and longer nature outings.

  • Yanchep, north of Perth
  • National park
Best for
Nature, walking, day trips
Area
Yanchep, north of Perth
Cost
Standard park entry fees apply; tours, camping, golf and adventure activities cost extra
Time needed
Half day for the central park area; full day for a longer trail or booked activity
Good without a car
Driving is the practical option for most visitors

Map

Family Attractions Map

Use the map to compare family attractions by area, then open the full attraction page for transport and nearby planning links.

FAQ

Are these family attraction details verified?

Opening hours, prices, age rules, access, facilities and closures can change. Check official sources before visiting.

What should I check before visiting with children?

Check official information before visiting with children. Rules, access, facilities, weather closures, beach conditions, animal rules and ride restrictions can change.

Does this section include beach and wildlife safety claims?

No. Beach conditions, wildlife rules, animal encounters and attraction safety details should be checked against official sources before visiting.