Places to Take the Kids
Kids love it on the Rainbow Coast! The spectacular coastline is family friendly and welcoming.
Children of all ages enjoy exploring the beaches, cliffs, rocks, bush trails, forests, rivers and inlets.
Children have fun exploring Albany, Denmark, Walpole and all the surrounding areas.
These are the destinations which children particularly enjoy...
Top Places To Take Children
Looking for a place to take the kids? Here's a few family-friendly spots on the south coast. Tap the markers for information about the locations on the Map below.
What's on the map? These are the locations plotted above:
Princess Royal Fortress One of the best outdoor military museums in Australia. The Fortress is within the Albany Heritage Park, atop Mount Adelaide. Visit Princess Royal Fortress
Albany Heritage Park The heritage park consists of the parklands and monuments of Mount Clarence and Mount Adelaide including the National ANZAC Centre. Visit Albany Heritage Park
Ataturk Channel Ataturk Channel connects King George Sound and Princess Royal Harbour allowing safe access to the Port of Albany. Visit Ataturk Channel
Natural Bridge The Natural Bridge is a granite formation caused by the gradual wearing away of the rock by the Great Southern Ocean. Visit Natural Bridge
Cosy Corner White beaches plus camping facilities and lots of picnic benches. Cosy Corner is cosy indeed. Located just east of West Cape National Park between Albany and Denmark. Visit Cosy Corner
Brig Amity Replica Experience the first settlers arrival in Albany, the first settlement in Western Australia, from onboard a replica of the Amity. Visit Brig Amity Replica
Middleton Beach The most popular beach in Albany. Swim or relax under the trees. Cafes and amenities. Visit Middleton Beach
Little Beach This gorgeous beach is approximately 25 kilometres north east of Albany in Two Peoples Bay National Park. Visit Little Beach
WA Museum Albany The Western Australian Museum Albany has exhibitions and information on the natural and social history of the region. Visit WA Museum Albany
Albany Wind Farm Beautiful and productive green energy from the wind of the Torndirrup, just outside Albany City towards Frenchman Bay. Visit Albany Wind Farm
Ellen Cove Ellen Cove, Ellen Cove Boardwalk and Ellen Cove Pier are at the far southern end of Middleton Beach, Albany. Visit Ellen Cove
Albany Agricultural Show The Albany Show happens at the Albany Showgrounds, corner of Lockyer & Cockburn Rds in November each year. Visit Albany Agricultural Show
Albany Farmers Market Saturday mornings. Fresh fruit and veggies from local growers. Organic produce available. Visit Albany Farmers Market
Albany Museums Albany's Museums offer an immersive journey through the region’s rich history. Visit Albany Museums
Albany Waterfront Marina A variety of dining, retail, and entertainment options, as well as walking trails that all provide excellent views of Princess Royal Harbour. Visit Albany Waterfront Marina
Frenchman Bay Located on the southern side of King George Sound this beautiful setting has a grassy picnic area, BBQs and boat launch. Ideal beachfront location for a great day out! Visit Frenchman Bay
Nanarup Beach With picnic and barbecues, and easy stairway access, it is a delightful place to stop for lunch. Visit Nanarup Beach
The Blowholes The Blowholes are crevasses in the granite stretching down to sea level far below. With each wave the holes blow air and water up the channel. Visit The Blowholes
Other favourite TOP locations and useful places:
Top Places that are Accessible in Albany WA Accessing the coast and enjoy the view. Visit Top Places that are Accessible in Albany WA
Amazing Views There are many breathtaking views throughout the coastline of the Rainbow Coast. Here's our top 10! Visit Amazing Views
Best Surf Spots Best surf spots on the coast according to the local EXPERIENCED surfers. Not for novices or learners. Visit Best Surf Spots
Dog Friendly Locations Things often change and dogs are allowed access to only certain parts of the coast. Visit Dog Friendly Locations
Favourite Beaches on the south coast It's hard to say which beaches are the best, but we can say these are definitely our favourite. Visit Favourite Beaches on the south coast
Favourite Biking Locations These locations are all at the start, middle or end of a biking trail. Visit Favourite Biking Locations
Great Picnic Spots Find that picnic spot before you're hungry and have the picnic right there in the car with you! Visit Great Picnic Spots
Places to take elders Accessing the coast with elders can be enjoyable when everyone can participate or enjoy the view. Visit Places to take elders
Places to Take the Kids This is where we find the kids most enjoy playing and exploring. Visit Places to Take the Kids
Favourite Places It's challenging to say which are the best places on the coast, but here are our favourites. Visit Favourite Places
Top Historical Locations The history of this land is a long and powerful one. Visit Top Historical Locations
