Bring the Kids

There are so many great things to do in Perth with kids! Activities, attractions, parks, playgrounds, stores, picnics, patios, and more.

What to do with Kids

Go on an outdoor adventure! Hiking, biking, swimming, skating, parks, playgrounds and more!
Spend the day at Perth Major Outfitters (temporarily closed for the summer in 2024) playing mini-golf, racing pedal carts, playing table tennis, and paddling canoes, kayaks and SUPs down the Tay.
Go bowling! You have to check out The Spare Room for the retro vibes and 5-pin bowling alleys.
Check out the family-friendly attractions (and hey, many great photo-ops on this list, too!), particularly the Mammoth Cheese, the Big Red Chair, The Red Fox "Welcome to Perth" mural, the Dry Stone Bridge, Stewart Park and the Band Shell.
Try the Heritage Hunt game at Perth Museum. There is even a small play area on the top floor!
Visit some of the stores focused on children, such as Spring Children, Aprikose, and Fawn and Fox.
Take the kids to the theatre! Perth is lucky to have a fantastic theatre company with performances both indoors and out.
Enjoy a festival or event! Many are child-friendly, including Weekends in Perth ON.

If you are getting takeout for a picnic, you can't make a bad decision. Looking for something more specific? Read on!

Looking for a restaurant with a kids menu? Perth Tourism is working on a full list so check back soon! In the meantime, Michael's Table, Maximilian Restaurant, and Perth Pizzeria and Restaurant have all confirmed they have kids menus.
Want a cold treat to take for a stroll in the park? Check out Peter's Restaurant for an ice cream take-out window; The Rideau Candy Shop for ice cream, candy, even cotton candy ice cream burritos; and North Folk Café for gelato (and a take-out window!).
Looking for a treat to enjoy on the spot or take home after your trip?

Consider a bakery-style treat from a café, such as Coutts Coffee Roastery and Café, Hourglass, North Folk Café, Picnic Café + Catering, or The Twisted Fork Café and Bistro.
What about a freshly baked (or a take-and-bake) pie from Perth Pie Co; fudge from Fall River & Co; gourmet donuts from Blackfly Grub Hub; or melt-in-your-mouth chocolate from Perth Chocolate Works