The capital of Western Australia, Perth is a relaxed city where visitors can enjoy unwinding on vast unpopulated beaches and enjoy delicious locally-caught seafood. A cruise down the Swan River offers a chance to observe the contrast between the city skyscrapers and the surrounding beautiful green parklands in the downtown urban area. Visitors to the city can also enjoy seeing Australia’s wildlife in one place at Perth Zoo and live music in the thriving city centre bar and club scene. Perth also acts as a gateway to Kings Park in the historic port town of Fremantle, whilst wine-lovers can sample award-winning vintages at one of the many outstanding vineyards in the Swan Valley area. The stunning Rottnest Island also provides isolated bays from which to bike, swim and catch crustaceans. Further afield in Western Australia, Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort, the Pinnacles Desert and the gold fields of the south-west can be combined with a holiday to Perth in order to sample a wider range of Western Australia’s ample charms.
What you’ll love most about Perth and its surroundings
- Explore the vibrant city of Perth, with its lively waterfront, stunning parks, and cultural hubs like the Art Gallery of Western Australia and the Perth Cultural Centre
- Relax on the golden sands of Cottesloe Beach, where you can swim, surf, or simply unwind while taking in the breathtaking Indian Ocean sunsets
- Take a ferry to Rottnest Island, known for its beautiful beaches, crystal-clear waters, and the iconic quokkas, offering an ideal getaway just off the coast
- Visit Kings Park and Botanic Garden, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the city skyline, Swan River, and explore native plant gardens and walking trails
- Discover Fremantle, a charming historic town just a short drive from Perth, where you can explore its vibrant markets, Victorian-era buildings, and lively café culture
- Venture to the Swan Valley, Western Australia’s oldest wine region, where you can tour wineries, sample award-winning wines, and indulge in fresh local produce