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Trip.Best Top 12 Best Things to Do in Perth [2024]
Explore the best things to do in Perth! Uncover top activities and experiences for an unforgettable visit.
Updated Jun 2024
- 6.14.6/549 ReviewFrom29.7
based on 1794 reviews"Caversham Wildlife Park, located in Whiteman Park, Perth, Australia, is home to a diverse array of native Australian animals. Visitors can interact with kangaroos, koalas, and wombats, and enjoy educational shows and presentations. The park focuses on wildlife conservation and offers a unique, hands-on experience with Australia's fauna."Whiteman15.9km from downtownNo. 1 of Family-friendly AttractionsHighlights: Caveson Wildlife Park is one of Perth's exciting attractions, home to a wider variety of Western Australia's state-owned wildlife, such as koalas, possums, kangaroos, and more. Here, you can not only experience hand-feeding kangaroos, get in touch with possums and lizards, but also see cute Australian wombats. Of course, the protagonist here is Australia's precious animal, the koala. Tourists can take a photo with the koala, which will become a more unforgettable experience during their trip to Australia.Show Less - 5.94.5/564 ReviewFrom62.07
based on 2319 reviews"it was a trip to Perth, Australia with Family. we visited Perth zoo and it was really fun. will definitely go back to visit there again 🥰"South Perth2.6km from downtownNo. 2 of Family-friendly AttractionsHighlights: The lush shade surrounding Perth Zoo makes for a safe stroll in any weather. Don't forget to take a tour guide at the entrance, which can help you see 230 species of animals. You can take a tour bus and enter different areas to see animals from different continents: giraffes and zebras in Africa, elephants in the Asian rainforest, kookaburras, koalas, kangaroos, red pandas in Oceania, and you can also see the sharp Mouth fangs, laughter like ghosts, the face of the Tasmanian devil, known locally as the devil of Tasmania! You'll definitely be captivated by the penguin show, where penguins show how to "fly" and how to dive underwater. If you are tired from shopping, you can have a BBQ lunch in a tree-lined place. In summer, the "Zoo Carnival" is extremely popular. The park opens from 7:30 in the morning until late at night. During this period, in addition to the carnival of humans and animals, jazz performances and other special events are often staged in the park.Show Less - 5.74.7/5179 ReviewFree
based on 12493 reviews"Fantastic views of the CBD day and night. Lots of untouched bushland for a quick hike as well."Kings Park2.5km from downtownNo. 1 of Night AttractionsHighlights: Kings Park is located west of downtown Perth, next to the University of Western Australia, and is one of the largest urban parks in the southern hemisphere. The terrain here is relatively high, overlooking the beautiful scenery of the whole Perth and the Swan River. It is a natural place for Perth citizens to rest. A total of more than 6,000 kinds of flowers and plants have been planted and cultivated in the park, of which 3,000 are unique wildflowers in Western Australia, including the state flower "Kangaroo Claw". The WildFestival held here every year is a major event in Western Australia and the largest wild flower show in the world, attracting tens of thousands of tourists. When you come here, you can see tens of thousands of potted plants, books about flowers and planting tools in addition to the usual flowers such as helichrysum, kangaroo claws, eucalyptus flowers and mangosteen. A long time ago, Kings Park was an important gathering place for Australian Aboriginal people, so it still retains the imprints left by the Aboriginal people at that time. There is an Aboriginal Culture and Art Museum in the park for people to visit. In addition, there is a state war memorial in the park to commemorate the soldiers killed in the two world wars, and the eternal fire in the square is to mourn the souls of those who gave their lives for the country.Show Less - 5.04.5/544 ReviewFrom26.15based on 3237 reviews"The Mint tour is informative with a live gold pouring session by our guide. Learnt a lot more on the coins that the mint produced and the history of Perth Mint."East Perth.Perth Central Business District1.2km from downtownHighlights: The Perth Mint, located on Hay Street, is one of the oldest mints in the world and is still in operation today. Tourists can visit the coin minting and gold coin minting process. Travelers can appreciate the 19th-century buildings here. There are free guided tours to visit the mint, explaining the history of coinage in Western Australia and watching the coinage process. There is also the largest exhibition of gold bullion in the world, as well as a larger collection of gold nuggets excavated in Australia.Show Less
- 4.64.5/512 ReviewFrom29.91based on 944 reviews"The aquarium is small but had fun there. Took the Glass Bottom Boat and saw many sea creatures close-up. Had the opportunity to feed them and the kids enjoyed the entire trip to AQWA. Love the automated underwater tunnel where we get to see many different species and also had the chance of seeing the divers feeding the sea creatures.On top of that, there are also areas where we can touch some of the sea creatures such as starfish and even little sharks. last but not least thanks to the staff at the AQWA. All of them were very friendly and gave us a good introduction of the aquarium and the sea creatures they have. Awesome!"Hillarys18km from downtownNo. 3 of Family-friendly AttractionsHighlights: The Aquarium of Western Australia is only a 20-minute drive from Perth CBD, located in Hillarys Boat Harbour, listening to the sound of the Indian Ocean. The aquarium is divided into five thematic areas based on the distribution of Western Australia's coastline areas. Stroll through the underwater viewing promenade and admire the treasure of the town hall - the largest living coral reef in the world. You can even join snorkeling and other experiences to learn about the interdependent, prosperous and interesting diversity of underwater ecology with corals system. Traverse Western Australia's 12,000km coastline in one day, and you can do it here! Sharing sessions, interactive experience activities and exhibitions will also be launched from time to time, pay attention to the official website to get first-hand information~Show Less
- 4.64.3/555 ReviewFrom15.44based on 1930 reviews"Nice experience to witness the ringing of the bells, at specific timings daily. You can pay to play a song of your choice from the machine that is played by the bells at the top floor of the towers."Perth665m from downtownHighlights: The Swan Clock Tower is located on the beautiful Swan River, also known as the Perth Clock Tower. It is a landmark building in Perth. This bell tower with a glass spire is 82 meters high, and the tower body changes in different colors at night. It has become a must-see for tourists from all over the world. There are 18 large bells from all over the UK stored in the tower, which form a group, and different music is played as the bells are played by the personnel, and tourists can also experience the bells for themselves. This set of bells is also one of the largest set of bronze bells in the world today and the Royal Bell Tower outside England. There are also 26 small bronze bells on the top floor of the clock tower, and visitors can put coins and choose the songs they want to listen to through the electronic menu. When the weather is good, visitors can also go up to the outdoor platform on the sixth floor of the clock tower to enjoy the beautiful view of Perth city and the Swan River.Show Less
- 4.54.8/532 ReviewFreebased on 1124 reviews"awesome beach with great facilities and great views too! Can’t wait to be back!"Scarborough11.7km from downtownHighlights: Scarborough Beach is a seaside resort with white sand and crystal clear waters. Regular and regular high tides make it perfect for surfing, with many swimmers and surfers coming here, especially in the afternoon when the sea breeze blows. It's also an entertainment precinct, with restaurants, bars, and an outdoor amphitheater that hosts events and beach cricket matches in the summer. Lifeguards often patrol the beach to ensure the safety of the public. Walking north from Scarborough Beach is Trigg Beach and Brighton Beach.Show Less
- 4.54.4/539 ReviewFreebased on 698 reviews"The WA Gallery is a large gallery in Western Australia, which houses many master painters of the genre, full of abstract, geometric, surreal ideas, and is definitely worth the friends who like painting to enjoy slowly."Perth.Perth Central Business District420m from downtownHighlights: The Art Museum of Western Australia has a very long history. It was built in 1895 and is located in the southeast corner of the Perth Cultural Center, only a 5-minute walk from the CBD. It consists of 3 historic buildings, a wonderful blend of classical beauty and avant-garde contemporary art. The carefully selected exhibits not only showcase Australian culture, but also bring international art works to Perth. The art museum has really put a lot of thought into the collection of aboriginal art, and has received a lot of good reputation from the international art world, which is worth a visit.Show Less
- 4.24.6/521 ReviewFree"This is a very beautiful valley in Western Australia, there are many Australian kangaroos, koalas and other unique Australian animals, and it is also a famous wine plantation. Many Australian wines are produced from here every year. It is also an important attraction in Western Australia and worth a visit."West Swan19.2km from downtownHighlights: Swan Valley means enjoying the good life - dine al fresco in vineyard restaurants, spread out a blanket on park grass for a delicious picnic, explore the charming colonial town of Guildford, shop for art and antiques, Stay overnight in a listed building and experience the comfort of a 19th-century country village. The Swan Valley is located in the northeast of Perth and is an ancient wine region in Western Australia. Many of the 40 wineries here are small, family-run wineries, while others are international brands with huge vineyards and state-of-the-art cellars. In addition to allowing you to drink and drink, the Swan Valley also has a vast wildlife reserve, endless rural fields and national parks for you to pass the time leisurely. Hiking, cycling and horse racing are the more popular travel methods in the Swan Valley.Show Less
- 4.24.6/522 ReviewFreebased on 460 reviews"There are pieces of classical architecture here, like the scenes in Hollywood movies, very special. You can change time and space and see the way the British opened the first year. It feels really good and worth seeing."Perth.Perth Central Business District279m from downtownHighlights: London Street is a unique scene in Perth, with strong British characteristics, and has now become a well-known commercial street in Perth. This is the only place outside the UK where you can feel such a strong British taste. The houses and shops on both sides of the street are modeled after the architectural patterns of the 19th century. Interestingly, the pure British buildings are not So harmoniously stands under the blue sky of Western Australia. London Street fully demonstrates the nostalgia and reverence of the Australians who have migrated here to their home country.Show Less
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FAQ
What are some Best Things to Do in Perth?
Some Best Things to Do in Perth include:Caversham Wildlife Park, Perth Zoo, Kings Park and Botanic Garden, The Perth Mint, AQWA The Aquarium Of Western Australia
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Perth?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Perth include:Caversham Wildlife Park:4.6, Perth Zoo:4.5, Kings Park and Botanic Garden:4.7, The Perth Mint:4.5, AQWA The Aquarium Of Western Australia:4.5
At what locations in Perth can Best Things to Do in Perth be found?
The Best Things to Do in Perth are mainly located in:Caversham Wildlife Park:Whiteman, Perth Zoo:South Perth, Kings Park and Botanic Garden:Kings Park, The Perth Mint:East Perth, AQWA The Aquarium Of Western Australia:Hillarys
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