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Your kids are in for plenty of fun these school holidays with our top picks for outdoor adventures, at-home activities and day trips. They're sure to keep the boredom at bay.
Out-and-about activities in Perth for the school holidays
See Western Australia from new heights
Treetop adventures, ziplining and bridge climbs are massive crowd-pleasers – especially for kids with a lot of energy.
Attend a theatre or concert performance or watch a movie
Dress younger kids up for the theatre or take your teen out for their first (of many) music gigs.
Visit a museum
Over the school break museums are transformed into kid- and family-friendly playgrounds. Pick one that sits with your child's interest and spend the day there.
Plan a family day
Spend the break together playing a round of mini golf, boarding a canal pirate tour or visiting the aquarium.
Soar above Perth – literally
See Perth from the best vantage point with a helicopter flight, scenic flight or skydiving experience.
Meet the local wildlife
Spend the holidays spotting marine life from the water or having a close encounter at the local zoo.
Get the friends together
The school holidays wouldn't be the same without spending it with their friends. Offer to take them out for a day of sandboarding, quad biking or laser skirmish. Guaranteed there will be smiles all round – especially from the other parents who will appreciate having the day off.
Take a city tour
If you're yet to explore Perth's most popular attractions, play tourist for a day with a tour that gives you a glimpse into Perth's past.
Wander among the Pinnacles
One of Western Australia's most stunning backdrops is the Pinnacles Desert. The kids will marvel at the formations. And yes, they may even learn a thing or two about geology.
Indoor activities in Perth for the school holidays
Make some Easter art
Set the mood for the season with some Easter arts. It could be an Easter bunny painting or Easter egg soap making – let them decide!
Get arty with a painting class
Put away the tablet and stylus and grab some paper and paints. Drawing classes will teach your child the basics of drawing and painting.
Upskill them
From horseriding to flying a plane, there are plenty of options for giving your kids a new skill in life.
Road trips you can take from Perth during the school holidays
Keen to get out and about? Why not hit the open road for an epic Western Australia road trip?
Swan River
Distance from Perth: 30–40 minutes by car or around 1.5 hours by public transport.
If you're after a short road trip, the Swan River offers water sports and winery tours where the kids can enjoy horse and carriage rides.
Margaret River
Distance from Perth: 3 hours by car or 5.5 hours by public transport.
This renowned wine region offers the finest reds and whites and has heaps of activities that the whole family can participate in. From kayaking along the river to mountain biking the forest, it's sure to be a hit.
Albany
Distance from Perth: 5 hours by car or 6 hours by public transport.
Take a breath of fresh air on the southern coast of Western Australia. We recommend booking a few nights here so you can enjoy Albany to its fullest. There are plenty of hiking trails, historic tours, water sports and beaches just waiting for you to explore.
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Available on select dates on workshops such as mocktail classes for mums and bubs, knitting classes, candle making and more.

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When are the 2022/23 school holidays in Perth?
Term | Dates |
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Term 4 school holidays (2022 – 2023) | 16 December 2022 – 31 January 2023 |
Term 1 school holidays | 7 April – 23 April 2023 |
Term 2 school holidays | 1 July – 16 July 2023 |
Term 3 school holidays | 23 September – 8 October 2023 |
Term 4 school holidays | 15 December 2023 - 30 January 2024 |
Free things to do during the school holidays in Perth
- Visit Kings Park and the Botanic Garden
- Stroll along the Swan River
- Eat free samples at Fremantle Markets
- Picnic in the park
- Hike the Bibbulmun Track
- Spend the day at the Art Gallery of Western Australia
- Have lunch at the beach and watch the sunset
- Kayak one of Western Australia's many rivers
- Jump and climb around Wellington Square Playground
Need more ideas? Check out our 50 free activities to keep the kids busy these school holidays.
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