It's school holiday time - does it get any better?
It can be hard deciding what to do during the school holidays in Perth, not because there isn't much to choose from, but because there is too much! We've narrowed it down to five fun things to do with kids!
Arts & Crafts
Sign the kids up for something creative with one of the Fremantle Arts Centre kids art courses. The program has plenty of great options with courses in animation, game design, creative clay, drawing, sewing, printmaking, urban art and more! Does your little one love pirates? Then stay in Freo for some fun adventures at the WA Maritime Museum and WA Shipwreck Museum. In the city, the Art Gallery of Western Australia also offers fun activities for kids in their family exhibition area.
Experiences in Nature
Get up close to wildlife around Perth! Perth Zoo offers Keeper Kids and Zoo Crew school holiday programs for all the animal loving kids in WA. Starting as young as pre-primary, participants can help care for Zoo animals through some exciting keeper duties, meet some of the Zoo’s most treasured animals up close, and adventure into special access areas. Ranger Red's Zoo and Conservation Park and Caversham Wildlife Park also offer a range of encounters and experiences to delight the kids all year round, and AQWA is the place to go for all your favourite sea creatures like sharks and turtles!
If you're looking for ways to get back to nature with your kids, download the Nature Play 'Play Trails' app for an interactive scavenger hunt in Yanchep National Park. Follow the trail to uncover clues, complete challenges, and learn about the park's natural wonders and historical significance. It's the perfect day out for the whole family. Or head south and discover the natural beauty of Serpentine Falls. Pack a picnic and hike to this stunning waterfall in Serpentine National Park. It's a picturesque spot for a family outing and a refreshing swim.
Head Indoors
Whether you're eager to engage and inspire the young ones or seeking a fun daytime adventure inside, Scitech ensures an enjoyable scientific experience suitable for all ages, and Escape This! offers immersive escape rooms suitable for players aged 9 and above. Immerse yourselves in captivating narratives, solve intricate puzzles, and bond like never before.
For something a little different, check out the Old Central Fire Station in East Perth - Explore fascinating displays of historic firefighting equipment, see vintage fire trucks up close, and join us on the balcony to hear captivating tales of firefighter antics—some now more legend than truth! The best part? It's free entry!
Adventure on Water
Get the family together for an awesome trip through Mandurah's waterways, onboard the Pirate Ship Mandurah. You'll cruise past canals where dolphins play, and fancy mansions line the shore. Kids can even take the wheel, steer the ship, and have a blast with water cannons!
For the ultimate day trip, jump aboard with Rottnest Fast Ferries, Rottnest Express or SeaLink Rottnest Island, for transport to Perth's favourite holiday island, Rottnest. This is sure to be a hit for the whole family!
Visit your favourite Perth attraction
Featuring Dragon's Kingdom, a dedicated kids zone with 8 attractions perfect for little ones, plus the ever popular Kahuna Falls and Australian Wildlife experience, and endless lawn to stretch out on, Adventure World is the ultimate family holiday experience. For more waterpark action, there is also Perth's Outback Splash with water slides, mazes and lagoon pool!
Take the kids to see one of the largest musical instruments on Earth - The Bell Tower. Follow the Perth Heart of Gold Discovery Trail from Elizabeth Quay to The Perth Mint and discover the rich history of a city built on gold and its importance to Western Australia’s development and future. At The Mint you can touch a bullion bar worth over 1 million dollars, admire famous Australian coins and medals and watch a gold pour.
Take the kids to the Fremantle Prison these school holidays - they are guaranteed to have fun while learning about this amazing site. If your children are aged over 12 and love adventure, then go on an underground tunnels tour or go on the kids' only Prison Escape! Tour.
Foodie Adventures
Follow along the Swan Valley Kids Trail - there is so much to see and do! Head to The House Of Honey and learn what it takes to become a beekeeper, sample delicious treats at Whistler's Chocolate Factory, Morish Nuts and Mondo Nougat, play a round of mini golf at the Vines Mini Golf, enjoy a picnic on the grass at Whiteman Park, morning tea with farm animals at Swan Valley Station and more.
Looking for more family friendly dining around Perth? We recommend - Oakover Grounds, Cicerello's Fremantle, Whitfords Brewing Company, Indian Ocean Brewing Co, The Left Bank, Nonna's Pizzeria & Cucina and Core Cider.
So, what are you waiting for? Embrace some of the Perth region's unique family friendly experiences this school holidays!
