Perth – the vibrant capital of Western Australia, with its breathtaking natural beauty and bustling nightlife, is the busiest metropolis at the continent’s end.
You’ve probably got a lot of exploring planned for the first few weeks after arriving in Perth, but it’s hard to know where to start when you’re confronted with this vibrant new city – it’s all here in and around Perth, and basically in easy reach, so hit the ground running!
Pastime: Go to the Beach!
I’m sure you’ve heard it before: “Western Australia is not about the sea”, and there are 19 beautiful, light-coloured, sandy beaches around the city of Perth alone. And as Australia’s sunniest capital city, it’s safe to say that every day is a beach day.
Recommended Addresses:
- Cottesloe Beach
- Scarborough Beach – Scarborough Beach
- Trigg Beach – Trigg Beach
- Coogee Beach
- City Beach
- North Beach
Enjoy: Watching a Sunset
Go on a romantic date uniquely Western Australian: a mesmerising sunset in the sky. That is to say, Watch the sun dive into the water while drinking with a few friends. Of course, apart from the beach, head to the Perth Hills for a different kind of sunset overlooking the city, with the iconic Perth skyscrapers as your backdrop
Recommended Address:
- Scarborough Sunset Hill
- Zig Zag Scenic Drive
- Lions Lookout (in Lesmurdie)
- Lesmurdie Falls
Experience: Getting Close to Wildlife
Encountering Western Australia’s diverse wildlife has never been more challenging, no matter where you visit or when. Of course, hitting a zoo is safer than in the wild, and there are opportunities to see animals up close. That is to say, for example, you can get up close and personal with wildlife at Kavisham Wildlife Park, in the beautiful surroundings of Perth Zoo.
Recommended Address:
- Caversham Wildlife Park
- Perth Zoo
- Aquarium of Western Australia
Visit Kings Park in Perth
Spread over 400 hectares, Kings Park offers endless lakes and meadows, superb and exclusive pristine bushland, tranquil meadows and botanical gardens. With a bird’s eye view of the city and the Swan River, Kings Park is one of Perth’s top attractions. Stroll through the foliage of the Botanic Gardens, climb the DNA Tower for great views, and walk the romantic Hanging Transparent Walkway, that is to say.
Recommended Address:
- WA Botanic Garden
- DNA Tower
- Bushland Nature Trail
- Lotterywest Federation Walkway
- Rio Tinto Naturescape Kings Park
Discover Wine Tours in the Swan Valley
Western Australia’s oldest wine region is dotted with vines, galleries, wineries, breweries, and produce stalls, all within easy reach of Perth. You can join a food and wine day trip tour to this cradle of artisanal makers region, where you’ll find coffee roasters hauling sacks and sacks of beans, gin distillers labelling bottles, restaurateurs hand-selecting asparagus, and winemakers decanting and tasting as they inspect barrels.
Recommended Address:
- Lesmurdie FallsEdgecombe Brothers Winery
- Tyler’s Vineyard
- The House of Honey
- Olive Farm Wines
- Mondo Nougat
- Whistler’s Chocolate Co & Cafe
- Margaret River Chocolate Company
Experience: Open Air Cinema
Nothing Perthians love more than going to an open-air film on a fantastic night. From around November to April each year, Perth has a wide selection of outdoor cinemas.
Recommended Address:
- Rooftop Movies
- Telethon 7 Community Cinemas with four outdoor cinemasMoonlight
- Somerville Auditorium, located at UWA
Excursions: Waterside Walks in Perth
There are plenty of waterfront beauties for walking in Perth, such as Lake Munger and the Claisebrook Cove area, where a family of black swans or other waterfowl will likely inhabit the lakeside and riverbanks. Walk, jog around the lake with new friends, or cycle.
Recommended Address:
- Lake Monger
- Heirisson Island
- Claisebrook Cove
- Langley Park
Experience: Blue House Photoshoot in Perth
Regarding the must-see places in Perth, the Blue Boat House, which appeared in Zhou Dong’s music video, must be on the list. That is to say; it comes with the atmosphere of a one-world legacy; at the end of the long wooden walkway, surrounded by the sky and the lake, lovely, dreamy, romantic, refreshing, all these beautiful words are not enough to use on it.
FAQ
Perth is a vibrant city with numerous tourist attractions. Some of the must-visit places include Kings Park and Botanic Garden, Fremantle, the Swan Valley, and the beautiful beaches such as Cottesloe Beach.
Yes, Perth offers several educational attractions. The Western Australian Museum and the Art Gallery of Western Australia are great places to learn about the region’s history and art.
Perth offers unique experiences like exploring the Pinnacles Desert, visiting the quokkas on Rottnest Island, and wine tasting tours in the Swan Valley.
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Absolutely! Perth has a well-connected public transport system that includes buses, trains, and ferries, making it easy for students to explore the city and its attractions.
Yes, there are many free or low-cost attractions such as the Kings Park, the Art Gallery of Western Australia, and the stunning beaches. Plus, student discounts are often available at various attractions.
