You’ll be amazed how many fun and inexpensive activities are available throughout the city for families, that are perfect for a hot summers day. To help finish off the summer holidays with a bang, we’ve set about finding interesting ways to keep little hands and minds busy, without denting your finances.
BHP WATER PARK Anything involving water is a popular choice amongst the kid crew, especially when the days are bright and sunny. While pools and beaches are the obvious choices there are some great spots around the City that offer just as much relief from the heat.
Toddlers to tweens will love the BHP Water Park at Elizabeth Quay where interactive water jets and lighting features combine in an exciting choreography (change rooms on site). Carers can keep a lookout from the tiered decking while taking in the bustling surrounds of the Quay or refuelling with something from V Burger.
Smack bang in the middle of the Murray Street Mall springs the Forrest Place Water Labyrinth. Technically a sculpture, the jets spray upwards to create several square ‘rooms’ which, in our opinion, clearly outstrip a run through the sprinklers on a prickle-filled lawn!
Similarly central is the beautiful granite sculpted Yagan Square Playscape which features a water play area and stunning views over the square (and bathrooms on site). The thought put into the design of this space is clear with terrain suited to toddlers and more challenging areas for older kids. Fun fact, it also tells the stories of local animals once found in the area like black swans and gilgies. Grab an iced coffee or snack from one of businesses in Market Hall while the kids cool off.
And don’t forget, if you are planning a visit to Kings Park, the Rio Tinto Naturescape playground has some cute little areas of water that are suitable for wading in, no swimming or sitting, but perfect for cooling hot little feet.
BOOK WITH A CHOOK Anything involving water is a popular choice amongst the kid crew, especially when the days are bright and sunny. While pools and beaches are the obvious choices there are some great spots around the City that offer just as much relief from the heat.
Toddlers to tweens will love the BHP Water Park at Elizabeth Quay where interactive water jets and lighting features combine in an exciting choreography (change rooms on site). Carers can keep a lookout from the tiered decking while taking in the bustling surrounds of the Quay or refuelling with something from V Burger.
Smack bang in the middle of the Murray Street Mall springs the Forrest Place Water Labyrinth. Technically a sculpture, the jets spray upwards to create several square ‘rooms’ which, in our opinion, clearly outstrip a run through the sprinklers on a prickle-filled lawn!
Similarly central is the beautiful granite sculpted Yagan Square Playscape which features a water play area and stunning views over the square (and bathrooms on site). The thought put into the design of this space is clear with terrain suited to toddlers and more challenging areas for older kids. Fun fact, it also tells the stories of local animals once found in the area like black swans and gilgies. Grab an iced coffee or snack from one of businesses in Market Hall while the kids cool off.
And don’t forget, if you are planning a visit to Kings Park, the Rio Tinto Naturescape playground has some cute little areas of water that are suitable for wading in, no swimming or sitting, but perfect for cooling hot little feet.
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