Meet colourful critters in the Poolgarla Family Area
Visit the Ivey Watson playground where children can captain a pirate ship, be crowned a fairy princess and make friends with the friendly critters. Best suited for children aged under five, this area is wonderful for imaginative play. Poolgarla Parkland provides a perfect spot for older siblings who can enjoy climbing the space net, ball sports and 'learn to ride' cycle path. Koorak Cafe (formerly Biara or Stickybeaks Cafe) is located in the Poolgarla Family Area.
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Discover ancient wonders in May Drive Parkland
Follow the footprints of mega-fauna that roamed the earth millions of years ago. Run through the forests of the world’s first trees on Lycopod Island and discover the mysteries of stromatalites. Wander along the Windy Walk and see how birds evolved. May Drive Parkland also has expansive lawns and picnic facilities. So much to see and do, great for children aged 6–14 years. Zamia Cafe is located in May Drive Parkland.
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Search for ant trails in the Saw Avenue Picnic and Play Area
This quiet corner of the park is perfect for family gatherings and barbecues. Discover insects carved into the wooden furniture, balance on the logs like a lizard or simply relax in the shade. Variety Place is wonderful for kids to explore, with tunnels, bridges and fort for imaginative play. The area is great for all children to enjoy and has been designed with the needs of children with disabilities in mind. Electric barbecues, a pavilion and pathways are located in the Saw Avenue Picnic Area, with children’s theatre performed in summer at the Amphitheatre.
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Explore Rio Tinto Naturescape Kings Park
Rio Tinto Naturescape Kings Park is a place for children to connect with nature and make their own fun. Explore, climb ropes, wade through creeks, build cubbies and get dirty! Kids can enjoy quality outdoor time and classic kids’ activities like making a leaf boat, mixing up a mud pie and looking for insects. Engaging, hands-on community programs are available during the school holiday periods.
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Book a school excursion
Immerse students in nature with a Kings Park Education school program. Explore the inter-connected worlds of plants, animals and people with hands-on activities in the Western Australian Botanic Garden, Rio Tinto Naturescape Kings Park and the innovative, new Kings Park Education centre. Contact the Education Bookings Officer to find out more.
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Picnic and play
There are so many perfect picnic spots in Kings Park, including the Pioneer Womens’ Memorial in the Western Australian Botanic Garden, which features sprawling lawn and plenty of shady trees. Play roly poly down the grass slopes, spot the birds among the trees and watch the Pioneer Womens' Memorial fountain erupt in a shower of water.
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Explore the WA Botanic Garden
Admire panoramic views, learn about the diversity of Western Australian flora and discover our rich history along the Lotterywest Federation Walkway. Continue the journey through the Western Australian Botanic Garden and discover the treasures in the Water Garden, a celebration of the Darling Scarp stream system. Find the bronze sculpture depicting the lifecycle of the frog and listen carefully so you can hear them. Search a little more to find the bronze lizards sunning on the rocks and the Bookleaf Memorial. Admire the mighty boab tree Gija Jumulu, a 760 year old specimen that travelled 3,200 km from the Kimberley region of WA in 2009 to its new home in Kings Park.
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Experience Aboriginal culture
Follow the Boodja Gnarning Walk trail and discover the plants and tools used for survival by the Aboriginal people of the South West; the Nyoongar people. For a more personal experience, book an Aboriginal Cultural Experiences to learn more about this fascinating culture.
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Take a bush walk
Enjoy the trees and abundant bird life that live in Kings Park and Botanic Garden. Ancient landscapes, colourful wildflowers and more than 70 species of birds are just some of nature’s wonders that might catch your eye. Stroll along the Bushland Nature Trail or follow our bushland tracks to see how many you can find. Call into the Visitor Information Centre for more information on other walks in the park appealing to children.
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Celebrate spring with the Kings Park Festival
The beautiful Kings Park Festival is held each September to celebrate the wildflower season and beginning of spring. The program is full of many free family activities.
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Climb the DNA Tower
Climb all 101 steps of the spiralling DNA Tower for spectacular views around Kings Park and Botanic Garden, the Swan River and over to Rottnest Island. Stroll down the Broadwalk Vista to reach May Drive Parkland.
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Enjoy outdoor summer events
Kings Park is host to a range of summer events from November to April each year. The outdoor Moonlight Cinema in May Drive Parkland includes a great selection of family movies and children’s theatre performs in Saw Avenue Amphitheatre in January.
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