For a family day out in Boorloo (Perth), match the outing to your children’s interests and the time you have: choose Kings Park for free outdoor play and nature, Perth Zoo for animals, Scitech for hands-on science, or AQWA for marine life. Check each venue’s current prices, hours and daily program before you travel.
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Compare family activities in Perth at a glance
| Place | Best fit | Time and practical details | What to plan around |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Park | Playgrounds, picnics and nature time | Visit Perth describes a 400-hectare park with several play areas, facilities and free guided botanic garden walks twice daily except Christmas Day. Visit Perth | Outdoor conditions and the park’s size; choose a play area or walk before arriving. |
| Perth Zoo | Animal viewing and keeper talks | Open daily 9am–5pm, including public holidays. The Zoo recommends at least half a day; talks are included with entry. Perth Zoo | Paid admission; animals and talk schedules can vary. |
| Scitech | Indoor, hands-on science | All-day tickets include the Planetarium, Science Theatre, Puppet Theatre and Feature Exhibition. Listed standard hours are 9:30am–4pm, with 9am openings during school holidays and Toddlerfest. Scitech | Paid entry; check ticket terms, current exhibition and holiday hours. |
| AQWA | Marine life and a coastal outing | At Hillarys Boat Harbour, about 30 minutes from Perth CBD according to AQWA. The visitor page lists family facilities and talks. AQWA | Seasonal hours and travel from the CBD; free parking is limited during school holidays. |
Choose by children’s interests, weather and time
For outdoor play and a flexible budget: Kings Park
Kings Park is the most flexible choice if children need room to play, or your family wants a picnic and a nature walk without paying admission. Visit Perth lists multiple play areas and free guided walks in the botanic garden twice daily, every day except Christmas Day. Since the park covers 400 hectares, decide which area or walk you want to visit before setting out. Visit Perth’s Kings Park guide
For a longer animal-focused day: Perth Zoo
The Zoo is open every day from 9am to 5pm. Its visitor guidance says to allow at least half a day to see everything and recommends a full day to make the most of the visit. Keeper talks are included with admission, but consult the daily schedule because talk times and animal availability can change. Perth Zoo visitor information
For hands-on science indoors: Scitech
Scitech’s all-day ticket includes access to the Planetarium, Science Theatre, Puppet Theatre and Feature Exhibition, making it a useful option when you want an indoor activity with several experiences in one place. The venue lists standard hours of 9:30am–4pm and earlier, 9am openings during school holidays and Toddlerfest periods. Confirm the day’s hours and ticket conditions before visiting. Scitech ticket information
For marine exhibits and a coastal change of scene: AQWA
AQWA is at Hillarys Boat Harbour, about 30 minutes from Perth CBD according to its visitor page. It lists marine exhibits, talks and family facilities. AQWA’s published hours vary by season, and the page warns that its free parking is limited during school holidays, so factor in both the drive and parking when planning. AQWA visitor information
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Perth Zoo admission
When checked, Perth Zoo’s ticket page listed admission at A$40 for adults, A$20 for children, free entry for children under four, and A$105.40 for a mini-group ticket for two adults and two children. These are displayed ticket prices, not guaranteed future rates; verify the current price and eligibility before purchase. Perth Zoo tickets
Scitech hours and ticket inclusions
Scitech’s listed standard hours and all-day ticket inclusions are planning details, not a substitute for the schedule on your chosen date. Check the current exhibition, show availability, holiday hours and ticket conditions on the venue’s page. Scitech tickets, prices and information
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AQWA lists 9am–4pm daily from March through November; 9am–5pm daily in December and January; and 9am–4pm on weekdays and 9am–5pm on weekends in February. These hours can change, so confirm them for your travel date. AQWA visitor information
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A quick planning checklist
- Match the activity to the day: choose an outdoor park visit for play and nature, or an indoor venue if you want shelter from the weather.
- Allow enough time: the Zoo recommends at least half a day; for other venues, check current hours and program details and build in travel time.
- Compare the whole cost: check admission and ticket inclusions, not just the headline activity.
- Check live details: confirm hours, prices, talks, shows and parking on the venue’s own page before leaving.
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