Most people come to the Swan Valley for the wine and leave talking about the kangaroo that wandered up to their picnic table. That is the secret of Western Australia’s oldest wine region. It is only 25 minutes from the Perth CBD, the vines have been producing since the 1830s, and somewhere along the way […]
Trigg Beach: For the Surfers Who Know What They’re Doing There are beaches where you can wade in and float on your back. Trigg isn’t one of them. Trigg Beach is where Perth’s experienced surfer community actually goes. Not the beginners learning on foam boards. Not the families looking for a place to cool off. […]
Bathers Beach in Fremantle is Perth’s only licensed beach where you can legally drink on the sand, complete with a beachfront restaurant, sheltered swimming, and an active arts precinct. Just 25 minutes from the city, it’s the perfect afternoon escape with history, culture, and a killer sunset.
Cottesloe Beach Perth: pure white sand, swimming, Indiana Tea House, Sculpture by the Sea, sunsets, families, couples. 20 min from CBD by train. Iconic.
Rockingham Beach is 45km south of Perth—calm turquoise waters, 200+ dolphins, family-friendly swimming, and easy Penguin Island access. A day trip that feels like an escape.
Serpentine Falls: 55km southeast of Perth, 4 walking tracks, granite rock pool, kangaroos, wildflowers. Entry $15-17/vehicle. Check water quality before swimming. Complete visitor guide.
Complete guide to Hillarys Boat Harbour near Perth. AQWA, ferries, whale watching, family beach, dining. Plan your visit.
Rottnest Island is Perth’s iconic island escape. Quokkas, 63 pristine beaches, world-class snorkelling, car-free island life. Ferries from Fremantle (25 mins). Day trip or overnight.
Victoria Gardens is one of East Perth’s quietest riverside parks, with 150-year-old heritage trees, direct views of Matagarup Bridge, free entry, and a Yellow CAT bus stop at the gate. Five minutes from Perth CBD.
WA Museum Boola Bardip – Perth’s flagship museum with 8 free galleries, Otto the whale, dinosaurs, interactive exhibits. Perth Cultural Centre. Top 10 TripAdvisor attraction.