Perth’s best parks and green spaces to enjoy this Parks Week

Parks have such an incredible influence on thriving communities, and to share in the Parks Week spirit we’ve curated a list of the best parks across Perth City.

If you’re a nature lover, looking for somewhere the kids will have a blast, prefer to be by the water or are after a place to tire your furry friends out, the City of Perth has something for everyone! 

Family fun

John Oldham Park | CBD

Accessible via Mounts Bay Road, John Oldham features walking and cycling paths, park benches, barbeque facilities, a waterfall, playgrounds, and a big slide. 

The ultimate hub for family fun, you can catch glimpses of the city through the tall trees as you make your way through the wilderness of the reserve.

A great spot for relaxed gatherings, John Oldham is easily a crowd favourite for those who enjoy the outdoors.

Fur baby favourite

Ozone Reserve | CBD

This spot is sure to have tails wagging.

Surrounded by Lake Vasto, Ozone Reserve is the perfect place for social gatherings and events. The reserve has all the facilities you need for a day at the park, including an undercover area, a playground, and barbecues, but that’s not all! Its Dog Agility Park is a sure hit for your four-legged family members.

Suitable for dogs of all sizes, the park features jump bars, weave poles, a pyramid ramp, a dog walk and a dog resting podium.
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For the little ones

Totterdell Park | West Perth

You’ll find this charming inner-city park nestled away in West Perth. 

With the perfect mix of grass, trees and shrubbery, there’s ample space at Totterdell Park for kids to kick a footy or throw down a picnic rug and enjoy the fresh air. 

The soft fall play area makes this park ideal for little ones. With a large metal playframe featuring slides, climbing nets, ramps, monkey bars, a see-saw and a climbing wall, the kids will have a ball.

A bit of history

Stirling Gardens | CBD

Officially opened in 1845 Stirling Gardens are the oldest botanical gardens in Perth. 

Located in the heart of the CBD, the park now offers meandering pathways, beautiful shade, manicured lawns and an extensive range of plants and trees.

The unique sculptures scattered throughout the grounds - including the iconic kangaroos along the northern boundary, make Stirling Gardens the most recognisable and most photographed park in Perth. 

It’s the perfect place to relax amongst the hustle and bustle of the city, a spot you just have to tick off your Perth to-do list.

Lunch break R&R

Council House Gardens | CBD

Located right in the heart of Perth, this garden space is as stunning as it is serene, with manicured lawns, meticulously maintained plantings and a historic Moreton Bay Fig Tree.

With plenty of open space as well as secluded spots, Council House Gardens are the perfect spot to wind down amongst the hustle and bustle of the CBD.

For the explorer

Point Fraser | East Perth

Once considered a hidden gem, Point Fraser now welcomes thousands of people into our beautiful City every day, connected to Perth’s eastern suburbs by the Boorloo Bridge. 

You’ll find a series of pathways and boardwalks with signage detailing the environmental, historical and cultural trails. Be sure to keep an eye out for the array of wildlife that call the vast wetlands home. 

Hire a bike, grab a bite to eat, take the kids to the playground or use the public barbecues – you’ll truly be spoilt for choice at Point Fraser.

Point Fraser ticks all the boxes!

Date night - no brainer!

Kings Park | West Perth

We saved the best for last but, it needs no introduction; Kings Park is one of Perth’s most iconic locations. 

One of the world’s largest inner-city parks, with breathtaking, panoramic views of the city skyline, Darling Ranges, and the Swan and Canning Rivers, you could rock up empty-handed and still have a nice time. 

Home to the spectacular Western Australia Botanic Garden which displays over 3,000 species of the State’s unique flora you are in for a treat at Kings Park. 

There are plenty of things to do here. You can join a tour, catch a flick at the outdoor cinema, or grab a bite to eat just to name a few things. 

After you’ve done the rounds, we recommend parking up on a rug indulging in a picnic spread and taking in the beauty of Perth at Kings Park.

Perth is a thriving city and as soon as you’ve spent some time here, you'll realise there are so many wonderful open spaces just waiting to be discovered and enjoyed. 

View our interactive online map to find the perfect park, garden or reserve for you to explore.