Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in Fremantle

"Rising above the Swan River on the city's western flank, the 400-hectare, bush-filled expanse of Kings Park is Perth's pride and joy. At the park's heart is the 17-hectare Botanic Garden, containing over 2000 plant species indigenous to WA. In spring there's an impressive display of the state's famed wildflowers. A year-round highlight is the Lotterywest Federation Walkway, a 620m path including a 222m-long glass-and-steel bridge that passes through the canopy of a stand of eucalypts."

"It also enjoys prime position for exploring Kings Park, which is just across the road. Each room has a flat screen TV with satellite channels and a coffee pod machine. The en-suite bathrooms have toiletries and a hairdryer. The hotel also offers free bike hire – a great, eco-friendly way to get around the city."

"Locals boast that this is one of the few inner-city parks to dwarf New York City's Central Park; it covers 1,000-acres and grants eye-popping…"

"One look at the snow-white sand, glittering turquoise water, lush green lawns and towering Norfolk pine trees and you’ll learn exactly why Cottesloe is Perth’s most popular beach. The main strip of sand is great for swimming or grabbing a coffee in the iconic Indiana teahouse. North Cottesloe is heaven for snorkelers and South Cottesloe is a surfer’s paradise."

"Perth's safest swimming beach, Cottesloe has cafes, pubs, pine trees and fantastic sunsets. From Cottesloe train station (on the Fremantle line) it's 1km to the beach; there's a free shuttle that runs between the... Historic Building in Fremantle"

"Founded in 1983 as a place for students with disability to gain practical learning experiences, Landsdale Farm has always survived on the strong support of the community who continue to access it. Today the place boasts lush gardens, multiple training spaces and of course a huge range of animals!. They aim to provide meaningful and memorable learning experiences to the general public, students with disability and school groups."

"South Beach is ideal for families, with a playground, lots of shaded areas, walking tracks and even a dog beach. There's also a café on site serving meals and takeaway snacks."

"In the city center, Friends offers a classic fine dining experience. The service and atmosphere are old-school and the food incorporates the best of European techniques and Australian ingredients. The restaurant is known for its selection of premium Australian wines and monthly live music and dinner events."

"If all that adventuring has built up an appetite, head to one of the child-friendly eateries in the Swan Valley. Slate Café has a huge outdoor play area and a great kids menu, as well as delicious fusion dishes for the adults. They’re super dog-friendly too, perfect if you’re out and about with your pooch."

"There are hundreds of doors in Fremantle that make for amazing doorway snaps. The School of Philosophy here at Fremantle’s University of Notre Dame is probably the best, but that’s a tough call. The deep blue-green colour and the heavy, bolted detail make it an eye-catching backdrop for any snap."

"KiRi opened up in 2008 to give local people a taste of exquisite Japanese cuisine. From Monday-Friday, they offer a lunch combo deal for $20, which includes rice, salad and a choice of two of the mains: Teriyaki Chicken, Teriyaki Tofu, Chicken Karaage or Chicken Katsu. They also offer a Mushroom Miso Soup for $10 in the warmer months."

"With a beautiful waterfront location overlooking the Swan River, 8 On The Point brings a modern and stylistic approach to Chinese food. The fine dining offering is a rich tapestry that nods to Hong Kong cuisine, while showcasing local produce. The Chaozhou style twice cooked fish with aged vinegar and dark soy sauce, squid with samba chilli sauce and premium beef fillet with Chinese numbing and spicy sauce are worth calling out, but there are so many more worth trying to."

"If you’ve had a special occasion in the last ten years – anniversary, birthday, folks are paying… chances are, you’ve hit up Nobu. This global, Robert De Niro-owned brand has made a name for itself in excellence, and its Perth outpost is no different. The opulent dining room and its Crown setting naturally lends itself to celebrations, while complementing its modern Japanese-South American fare."

"Of course no best Japanese restaurants in Perth list would be complete with the addition of Crown Perth’s Nobu. A longstanding resident at the casino complex, and part of a global chain that is easily one of the most recognisable for fine dining."

"Chef and owner Stephen Clarke takes pride in using the best local ingredients and transforming them into classic, elegant dishes with expert technique. A visit to Clarke’s promises a refined and assured menu paired with sophisticated service. Price range: High-end"

"When a restaurant lists a dish as “soon to be famous” it must be confident that it will be adored by the masses. If you’re curious to see if Clarke’s fish pie lives up to its name, why not give it a try?. They’re open Tuesday to Saturday."