Discover Perth

The Perth region offers a mix of vibrant contrasts ranging from the splendour of the coast to the depths of the forest, from the uncrowded beaches to the lively city streets and it’s all on offer within a short distance of the city centre.  In this region you can experience awesome nature, history, action and adventure, world class arts, culture and dining. You can laze on white sandy beaches, visit vineyards, taste local fresh produce, stroll through fields of wildflowers and hike through acres of natural bush.

In the city itself you’ll find a pulsing Central Business District resplendent with a glorious selection of shops, bars, restaurants, galleries, theatres and museums. The city also boasts the scenic splendours of the Swan River and Kings Park - both offering a wealth of activities helping you to relax and get back to nature while remaining in the heart of the city.

Famous for its blue skies, stunning natural setting and friendly spirited people, Perth is one of Australia’s most beautiful cities. Built on the banks of the Swan River and flanked by the Kings Park botanical gardens, the city provides plenty of opportunities for visitors to enjoy their surroundings. 

Perth enjoys more hours of sunshine than any other Australian capital city, and even the colder winter months of the year are mild. Perth’s lifestyle is easygoing with a number of inner-city parks adding to the relaxed, nature-based feel, and accessing Perth’s major attractions is simple thanks to a free public transport service within the city centre. 

Colonial architecture, museums, galleries, boutiques and department stores are all within walking distance. Kings Park, Perth’s most visited attraction, offers a sweeping panoramic view of the city skyline, the Swan River and the Swan Bells.Perth offers bustling nightlife precincts and quality eateries.

Combine the splendour of nature with the sophistication of fine wines, alfresco dining and a sublime climate and you have the perfect place for a holiday.

Climate
Perth has a Mediterranean climate, and is the sunniest of Australian capital cities, averaging eight hours of sunshine a day, year round. It experiences four seasons, with average temperatures between 18ºC and 29ºC in summer, and between 10ºC and 18ºC in winter. February and March are usually the hottest months. While the mercury can sometimes rise to 40ºC during this time, the heat is dry and the ‘Fremantle Doctor’ – a refreshing south-westerly ocean breeze – can be relied upon to bring relief by mid-afternoon.  

Areas of Interest
Rottnest Island  
When Western Australians talk of holidaying ‘overseas’, they may be referring to a holiday to Rottnest Island – 25 minutes by ferry from Fremantle, or an even shorter plane ride. Rottnest draws thousands of holidaymakers each year. Its crystal-clear bays and beaches are perfect for swimming, snorkelling, windsurfing, skin-diving, sunbathing, surfing, boating and fishing. One reason for the idyllic atmosphere is the absence of cars. Bicycles are the popular mode of transport and can be hired on the island. Rottnest wouldn’t be Rottnest without the quokkas, the small marsupials that inhabit the island and were the inspiration for the island’s name. Ferry services leave daily from Perth, Fremantle and Hillary’s Boat Harbour in Sorrento.

Swan Valley   
A short ferry ride up the Swan River is the Swan Valley – one of Western Australia’s premium winegrowing regions. This is a scenic area of rolling green vineyards, wineries, boutique restaurants and art galleries. Enjoy a lazy summer afternoon on the veranda of a gourmet cafe or visit one of the many wineries that are open for cellar-door tastings. A visit to the local olive, cheese or chocolate factories is the perfect accompaniment to a bottle of the valley’s best wine. If beer is more to your taste, stop at one of the local micro-breweries.