Best Nature and Wildlife Areas in Fremantle

"Feed the kangaroos, see the penguins being fed, gets photos with a koala, meet a wombat, possum, python and many more at the interactive meet & greet, play with the goats, join in the Farm Show (have you ever milked a cow before?!), and so much more!. There are about 2000 animals to meet and about 200 species to learn about, and it’s all included in the entry fee. Buggybuddys Review Caversham Wildlife Park Read more…"

"Learn about Australian wildlife at Caversham Wildlife Park (2h) If you‘re eager to meet Australian wildlife, a visit to Caversham Wildlife Park is a must!"

"Get in touch with nature atRio Tinto’s Naturescape in Kings Park. The dedicated naturespace offers an incredibly engaging way for kids to experience and understand the Western Australian bush. Covering six hectares, it features the likes of large aerial walkways, a creek and waterhole for wading in, a cubby-building area, tunnels, rocks, climbing rocks and more."

"The Swan River foreshore at Matilda Bay - across the road from the University of Western Australia - is a popular spot for picnics and swimming. Parts of the grassed area can be hired for functions such as weddings, which is not surprising for such a pleasant setting. Matilda Bay and jetty"

"For a big day out a little further out of Perth, Cohunu Koala Park down in Byford is a great chance to get your kids acquainted with some native Australian wildlife. There are parrots, emus, kangaroos, owls, deer and of course, koalas. There’s even some replica dinosaurs (we’re sensing a bit of a Jurassic theme on this list) and a kids train to choo choo around on."

"Only a 20-minute drive from Perth, the Butterflies, Birds and Bridges Trail is one of the most scenic trails in Canning Regional Park. You’ll walk through sedge meadows, mature woodlands, creeks and amongst the crowns of a paperbark forest. This lengthy but easy trail is the perfect weekend day trip, and with water access points and a cafe, it’s a trail that you don’t have to be too prepared for."

"If you’re in the mood to try something a bit different, then Chicho Gelato’s flavour collaborations are what you need. Situated in the heart of Northbridge with a funky interior, Chicho boasts tantalising flavour combos such as ‘green tea roasted rice’ and ‘avocado candied bacon’. Plus, the folks at Chicho make an extra effort to source their ingredients from WA locals!"

"With innovative flavours like avocado with candied bacon, and everything made from real ingredients (no fake flavourings here), it's easy to see why. Expect queues in the evening –... Top ChoiceCafe in Northbridge"

"Mosman Park cafe Good Things really manages to live up to its name. The menu truly is full of, well, good things. This light-filled, minimalist cafe is home to some of our favourite smashed avo, as well as plenty of other tantalising options – like their good vibes bowl, chilli scrambled eggs or fried chicken and waffles, to name just a few."

"It’s hipster central at Good Things Café, where everything is good, relaxed and tasty AF. Tucked away in Mosman Park, there are plenty of healthy brunch options as well as some more cheeky alternatives, like the banana-nut hotcakes. The coffee here comes from local independents, Micrology."

"Lottery West funded the new Whale Playground in Scarborough in 2017, and is a great way to cap off our top 10. The playground features a blue whale skeleton as its main feature that runs throughout the play area. With ramps through most of the park, the play area is wheelchair and pram accessible."

"The Whale Playground has all the usual fun stuff – swings, slide, monkey bars – plus a life sized whale skeleton. If you walk just south of the park you will find a skate park, climbing wall and beach pool. The Whale Park and surrounds are the perfect destination for a day excursion."