Kate's Guidebook
Sightseeing
One of the best beaches in Perth, known for its great year-round surfing.
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Scarborough Beach
One of the best beaches in Perth, known for its great year-round surfing.
Rottnest Island is an absolute paradise that is one of the best day trips from Perth. Located just off the shore of Perth, a trip to this idyllic gem is not to be missed when you’re in Western Australia.
One of the best things about planning a trip to Rottnest Island is that it’s one of the only places in the world where you see quokkas, which are arguably among the cutest animals on earth! They are adorable little marsupials who look like they’re smiling at you, and they’re super friendly because they have no natural predators.
The name Rottnest actually comes from a Dutch explorer, who mistook the quokkas for rats, and thus dubbed the island “rats nest island.” Nowadays, locals affectionately call the island “Rotto.”
In addition to its super cute wildlife, a day trip to Rottnest will give you access to 63 (yes, really!) beaches, 20 bays, several historic military sites, tons of exciting tours, and lots of wonderful bars and restaurants.
It also has an interesting – and sometimes shocking – history, since it was a colonial settlement, an Aboriginal prison for almost 100 years, and also played an important role in Australia’s defense during WWII.
All in all, there are a ton of things to do on this amazing little island
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Rottnest Island
Rottnest Island is an absolute paradise that is one of the best day trips from Perth. Located just off the shore of Perth, a trip to this idyllic gem is not to be missed when you’re in Western Australia.
One of the best things about planning a trip to Rottnest Island is that it’s one of the only places in the world where you see quokkas, which are arguably among the cutest animals on earth! They are adorable little marsupials who look like they’re smiling at you, and they’re super friendly because they have no natural predators.
The name Rottnest actually comes from a Dutch explorer, who mistook the quokkas for rats, and thus dubbed the island “rats nest island.” Nowadays, locals affectionately call the island “Rotto.”
In addition to its super cute wildlife, a day trip to Rottnest will give you access to 63 (yes, really!) beaches, 20 bays, several historic military sites, tons of exciting tours, and lots of wonderful bars and restaurants.
It also has an interesting – and sometimes shocking – history, since it was a colonial settlement, an Aboriginal prison for almost 100 years, and also played an important role in Australia’s defense during WWII.
All in all, there are a ton of things to do on this amazing little island
Elizabeth Quay is a new waterfront precinct that unites central Perth with the Swan River. Its focus is a 730m terraced-promenade surrounding a newly formed inlet and a completely new island created by excavating the land that joined it to the shore.
TCL worked in collaboration with ARM Architecture on the design and documentation of the project.
The island is planted with indigenous species to encourage wildlife. It is a venue for large public events and, between events, a secluded place to relax. There is a children’s playground and the soft garden landscape is an oasis within the surrounding city. The island has a stone revetment and a sand ramp designed for small recreational craft and wild swans. There is a water-treatment facility for surface run off — a sustainability measure to preserve water quality.
Elizabeth Quay is programmed for specific uses including festivals, Anzac Day celebrations, particular performance types and sports including volleyball. There are places for eating and drinking. There is public art with freestanding structures and a light installation by artist Stuart Green that illuminates the edge of the inlet. There is BHP Billiton Water Park, a paved water-play area inspired by Western Australia’s dry lakes. It produces mist and jets that create water rooms.
Elizabeth Quay Redevelopment is a symbol of Perth’s coming of age as a lively and diverse international centre of living, culture, creativity, learning, entertainment and business.
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Elizabeth Quay
The EsplanadeElizabeth Quay is a new waterfront precinct that unites central Perth with the Swan River. Its focus is a 730m terraced-promenade surrounding a newly formed inlet and a completely new island created by excavating the land that joined it to the shore.
TCL worked in collaboration with ARM Architecture on the design and documentation of the project.
The island is planted with indigenous species to encourage wildlife. It is a venue for large public events and, between events, a secluded place to relax. There is a children’s playground and the soft garden landscape is an oasis within the surrounding city. The island has a stone revetment and a sand ramp designed for small recreational craft and wild swans. There is a water-treatment facility for surface run off — a sustainability measure to preserve water quality.
Elizabeth Quay is programmed for specific uses including festivals, Anzac Day celebrations, particular performance types and sports including volleyball. There are places for eating and drinking. There is public art with freestanding structures and a light installation by artist Stuart Green that illuminates the edge of the inlet. There is BHP Billiton Water Park, a paved water-play area inspired by Western Australia’s dry lakes. It produces mist and jets that create water rooms.
Elizabeth Quay Redevelopment is a symbol of Perth’s coming of age as a lively and diverse international centre of living, culture, creativity, learning, entertainment and business.
Hillarys is the perfect place for kids with beautifully groomed public parklands and a sheltered beach easily accessible by pram or wheelchair.
Visitors can enjoy leisure and adventure activities such as boat cruises, seasonal whale watching, jet skiing, deep-sea fishing, diving, jet boarding and helicopter flights.
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Hillarys
Hillarys is the perfect place for kids with beautifully groomed public parklands and a sheltered beach easily accessible by pram or wheelchair.
Visitors can enjoy leisure and adventure activities such as boat cruises, seasonal whale watching, jet skiing, deep-sea fishing, diving, jet boarding and helicopter flights.
Perth's iconic Cottesloe Beach is as pretty as a picture. It's one of the city's most popular spots for swimming, snorkelling, surfing and drinking in ocean sunsets over a glass of wine, a refreshing beer or a relaxed dinner.
'Cott', as it's affectionately known, can be reached by car, bus or train from Perth. Take the 15 minute drive from the city, hop on the regular Transperth buses, or jump on the Fremantle train line and enjoy a pleasant 600 metre walk to the beach from Cottesloe station.
What makes it a favourite among Perth's 19 sensational white sand beaches, is its many charms. Shady Norfolk Pines, smooth terraced lawns and pristine sands offer the perfect setting for a lazy afternoon or family day out.
A buzzing boulevard of restaurants, cafes and bars is the place to be seen enjoying a beachside breakfast, lunch, dinner, sunset drinks or a lively Sunday session.
Crystal clear waters and consistent swell make it a regular hangout for swimmers, body boarders and surfers, while the rocks and reefs invite snorkellers to hit the water too.
In March, you'll also see Sculpture by the Sea transform the foreshore into the most incredible outdoor gallery space.
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Cottesloe Beach
Perth's iconic Cottesloe Beach is as pretty as a picture. It's one of the city's most popular spots for swimming, snorkelling, surfing and drinking in ocean sunsets over a glass of wine, a refreshing beer or a relaxed dinner.
'Cott', as it's affectionately known, can be reached by car, bus or train from Perth. Take the 15 minute drive from the city, hop on the regular Transperth buses, or jump on the Fremantle train line and enjoy a pleasant 600 metre walk to the beach from Cottesloe station.
What makes it a favourite among Perth's 19 sensational white sand beaches, is its many charms. Shady Norfolk Pines, smooth terraced lawns and pristine sands offer the perfect setting for a lazy afternoon or family day out.
A buzzing boulevard of restaurants, cafes and bars is the place to be seen enjoying a beachside breakfast, lunch, dinner, sunset drinks or a lively Sunday session.
Crystal clear waters and consistent swell make it a regular hangout for swimmers, body boarders and surfers, while the rocks and reefs invite snorkellers to hit the water too.
In March, you'll also see Sculpture by the Sea transform the foreshore into the most incredible outdoor gallery space.
Kings Park is both one of the world's largest and most beautiful inner city parks and also a rich cultural heritage site. It is home to the spectacular Western Australian Botanic Garden, which displays over 3,000 species of the State's unique flora - a sight unlike anywhere else in the world. With cafes, bushland walk trails, immaculate gardens and a variety of children's play areas, leave plenty of time on your visit to discover the many sides of Kings Park.
Culture & Heritage - Kaarta Koomba (Kings Park) is a place of rich culture and heritage.
WA Botanic Garden - explore more than 3,000 species of native flora.
Attractions - there is so much to see or do in Kings Park for all ages.
Kings Park Bushland and walking trails.
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Kings Park at Botanic Garden
Fraser AvenueKings Park is both one of the world's largest and most beautiful inner city parks and also a rich cultural heritage site. It is home to the spectacular Western Australian Botanic Garden, which displays over 3,000 species of the State's unique flora - a sight unlike anywhere else in the world. With cafes, bushland walk trails, immaculate gardens and a variety of children's play areas, leave plenty of time on your visit to discover the many sides of Kings Park.
Culture & Heritage - Kaarta Koomba (Kings Park) is a place of rich culture and heritage.
WA Botanic Garden - explore more than 3,000 species of native flora.
Attractions - there is so much to see or do in Kings Park for all ages.
Kings Park Bushland and walking trails.
The Perth Cultural Centre is a vibrant, inclusive and attractive drawcard for Perth residents and visitors alike. The precinct is made up of the Art Gallery of WA, WA Museum Boola Bardip, State Library of WA, The Blue Room, PICA (Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts) and the State Theatre Centre of WA.
We are located between the Perth city train station and the entertainment hub of Northbridge and is bounded by Roe, Beaufort, Francis and William Streets.
Come pay us a visit and explore all the Perth Cultural Centre has to offer.
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Perth Cultural Centre
William StreetThe Perth Cultural Centre is a vibrant, inclusive and attractive drawcard for Perth residents and visitors alike. The precinct is made up of the Art Gallery of WA, WA Museum Boola Bardip, State Library of WA, The Blue Room, PICA (Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts) and the State Theatre Centre of WA.
We are located between the Perth city train station and the entertainment hub of Northbridge and is bounded by Roe, Beaufort, Francis and William Streets.
Come pay us a visit and explore all the Perth Cultural Centre has to offer.
Owned by the Western Australian Government, they are the world’s only government-owned and guaranteed precious metals enterprise.
While servicing and promoting the gold industry for 125 years, the Perth Mint has forged a reputation for quality and created markets for refined precious metal products across the globe.
On offer are various daily tours including a gold pour.
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The Perth Mint
310 Hay StOwned by the Western Australian Government, they are the world’s only government-owned and guaranteed precious metals enterprise.
While servicing and promoting the gold industry for 125 years, the Perth Mint has forged a reputation for quality and created markets for refined precious metal products across the globe.
On offer are various daily tours including a gold pour.
Food scene
Discover the Swan Valley - WA's Oldest Wine Growing Region on Perth's Doorstep, located 25 minutes from Perth City.
Home to world-class wineries, breweries and distilleries, the Swan Valley is bursting with music and flavour. Pull up on a patch of grass under a shady tree or dine at one of the many stylish venues along the riverside. Add a side dish of art, historical architecture and the oldest pub in Perth and it is a day out of rustic sophistication.
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Swan Valley
Discover the Swan Valley - WA's Oldest Wine Growing Region on Perth's Doorstep, located 25 minutes from Perth City.
Home to world-class wineries, breweries and distilleries, the Swan Valley is bursting with music and flavour. Pull up on a patch of grass under a shady tree or dine at one of the many stylish venues along the riverside. Add a side dish of art, historical architecture and the oldest pub in Perth and it is a day out of rustic sophistication.
It has an amazing range of chocolate products, with FREE entry and tastings, as well as viewing windows to see the products being made.
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Margaret River Chocolate Company
5123 W Swan RdIt has an amazing range of chocolate products, with FREE entry and tastings, as well as viewing windows to see the products being made.
Step inside the Fremantle Markets and enjoy the distinctive atmosphere of over a hundred years of vibrant culture and heritage.
Fremantle Markets has rightfully earned itself a reputation as one of the best destinations in Fremantle for locals and tourists alike, as well as a leading source of independent wares and produce. It's undoubtedly one of the best and most well-known markets in Western Australia.
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Mga Pamilihan ng Fremantle
Henderson StreetStep inside the Fremantle Markets and enjoy the distinctive atmosphere of over a hundred years of vibrant culture and heritage.
Fremantle Markets has rightfully earned itself a reputation as one of the best destinations in Fremantle for locals and tourists alike, as well as a leading source of independent wares and produce. It's undoubtedly one of the best and most well-known markets in Western Australia.
Home to 70+ places to eat, and 300+ stores to shop.
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Karrinyup Shopping Centre
200 Karrinyup RdHome to 70+ places to eat, and 300+ stores to shop.