Summer is approaching fast which means that it’ll be school holidays before you know it. Here are our top five picks for family activities in Perth and how to avoid those “I’m borrrrred” calls from the kids.


Perth Zoo

Family Activities In Perth | Perth Zoo | Crowne Plaza Perth

A favourite spot for both Perthites as well as travellers to the city, Perth Zoo, situated nearby the South Perth foreshore, is a must-do over summer. The zoo is spread out over 17 ha and features over 170 species set in lush gardens that also attract local wildlife.

Admission prices are $34 for adults, kids 4-15yrs $17 and kids under 4 free. A mini-group of two adults and two children is $89.20. This includes special talks and walks such as Rapt in Reptiles and Giraffe Eye to Eye. 

> Opening times are 9-5pm daily. Catch a ferry from the Barrack St jetty to South Perth for some added fun.

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Optus Stadium Tours

Optus StadiumTour the changerooms of the Fremantle Dockers, West Eagles and the Perth Scorchers with a worldclass tour of Optus Stadium. Go behind the scenes and view the field from some of the best vantage points in the Stadium. The Optus Stadium tour caters for all ages and will take you to areas you wouldn’t normally get to see as a spectator. 

An adult ticket is $28 and children aged 5-15 are $18. Children under 5 are free.

Tours run for approx. 90mins

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Scitech

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Excite and stimulate young minds while beating the heat at Scitech. The centre features exhibits that put the sparkle into Science and will have both you and the kids amazed. Summer’s featured exhibit is ‘Astronaut’, sure to be a winner for the budding astronaut in your family.

An adult pass is $19 and children 4-17 are $12, with kids under 4 free.

> Opening times are 9.30am-4pm Mon-Sun. Catch a bus or train to City West station to visit Scitech, or head in early for on-site paid parking.

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Kings Park Synergy Park

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Don’t forget the fun that is King’s Park! Synergy playground is aimed at 6+yr olds and features a large playground including an island fort, and the Windy Walk. Make a day of it by packing a picnic, or indulging at the nearby award-winning Zamia Café.

> Admission is free, with entry recommended from 8am-4.30pm. Parking is available onsite, or catch a bus or cab to May Drive, on the western side of King’s Park.

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Perth Staycation Package

Stay at Crowne Plaza Perth for a weekend away with all the benefits of a holiday, without even leaving the Perth metro area. This Perth hotel special allows us to take care of the essentials, leaving you time to rest and rejuvenate so you can enjoy your stay, your way.

The Perth Staycation Package includes:

  • Accommodation for two adults
  • Full Buffet Breakfast for two adults
  • Complimentary bike hire 
  • Parking for one car

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