Perth Things to Do

Enjoy this spectacular expanse of water lying in the peaceful Helena River Valley. Mundaring Weir provides the water for farms, mines and towns inland as far afield as Kalgoorlie. The pristine beauty of the weir has made it a p... more

Barrack Street Jetty sits on the Swan River in central Perth. Barrack Street Jetty, also known as the Old Perth Port, offers more than a ferry terminal. An historic boat shed sits alongside a thriving collection of cafes, shops... more

Situated in the Darling Ranges this park offers spectacular views of the city and coastline. Started in 1975, the Cohunu Koala Park covers 40 acres, and has become a leading breeder of koalas in captivity. A highlight is the ra... more

Situated within the Shoalwater Marine Park is a group of ideal beaches for children. Cape Peron offers a wonderful series of small bays with rocky outcrops making the area an adventure to explore. This is a great spot for snork... more

Enjoy a superb summer evening of theater or dance at Quarry Amphitheatre. This renovated limestone quarry, set in a serene surrounding with the city lights as a backdrop, offers a perfect location for an evening outing. The Qua... more

Reptile phobes beware! Slithery snakes and scaly lizards abound in this park. The Armadale Reptile Park was set up as a conservation and education facility back in 1994. They now house more than 200 species of reptiles from the... more

The town of Guildford boasts many historical buildings, particularly in the area surrounding the original town square. One of these buildings, the Guildford Old Town Gaol, dates back to 1841. Located next to the Old Court House... more

Perth's first purpose-built school, Old Perth Boys School was built in 1854. Set for demolition in 1977, it received a last minute reprieve and was lovingly restored, thanks to the National Trust. The building's design reflects... more

Perth Town Hall is a gothic style building, built between 1868 and 1870, and painstakingly constructed from bricks kilned at the nearby Queens Gardens. It is the only convict built town hall in Australia. The main feature of th... more

Government House, located in extensive English-style grounds, next door to the Perth Concert Hall is the official residence of the Governor of Western Australia. Built from 1859 through to 1864, the grand house has architectura... more