Sunny Perth is Australia’s great outdoors at its best. The coastal city in Western Australia is a dream destination, offering up stunning beaches, modern living and dining delights.
Explore historic port cities, stroll through lush parkland, seek out indigenous creatures and then head down the coast to the wineries of Margaret River. Read on for more things to do in Perth.
Australia is famous for its collection of creatures, furry and fearsome alike. Encounter animals such as dingos, Tasmanian devils, crocs and snakes at Perth Zoo, or get up close and personal with wombats, koalas and kangaroos at Caversham Wildlife Park. Catch a glimpse of life under the waves at the AQWA underwater aquarium, which contains everything from colourful coral life to menacing sharks.
The bustling port city of Fremantle is one of the main Perth attractions, offering a window into the past with a bounty of maritime history, Victorian architecture and remnants of Australia’s days as a penal colony. Tour a decommissioned submarine at the Western Australian Maritime Museum; then pass through the imposing gatehouse of Fremantle prison to inspect the former cells. Refuel along the Cappuccino Strip, a buzzing street packed with cafes, bars and restaurants.
A 30-minute ferry south from Perth will take you to Penguin Island - home to the world’s smallest penguins, which grow to just 40 centimetres in height. These cute little aquatic birds are not the only attraction - the surrounding waters are teeming with wild dolphins and seals. In addition to the wildlife, you can enjoy plenty of water activities from snorkelling to windsurfing and sea kayaking.
