Perth Airport 17 min
Bibbulmun Track Northern Terminus (27 min) Scenic 1000-km. walking trail through forests & parkland, with camping & lodging in nearby towns. Perth Zoo (9 min) Quaint, storied zoo offering animal exhibits & behind-the-scenes tours, plus picnic areas & cafes. Perth Cultural Centre (8 min) Lively arts complex including government buildings, museums, theaters & art galleries. Lake Monger (8 min) Lake with surrounding trails for walking & cycling, plus recreation areas & birding sites. Heirisson Island (8 min) Compact island offering picnic shelters with BBQs, a children’s playground & a kangaroo sanctuary. WA Museum Boola Bardip (6 min) Museum in Perth Cultural Centre with social & cultural history exhibits, plus a cafe in an old jail. Fremantle Prison (29 min) Large, old penitentiary providing interactive cultural exhibits on convict life, tours & a cafe. Kings Park and Botanic Garden (9 min) Landscaped park, overlooking the Swan river, with honour avenues plus war and historic memorials. Hyde Park (8 min) Large, scenic green space with 2 lakes, playgrounds, wildlife & picnic facilities. The Perth Mint (14 min) Government moneymaking facility with gold-history displays, tours of vaults & an 1899 melting house. Swan Valley (33 min) Historic wine & food region with tasting rooms, river cruises, gourmet shops & a wildlife park. The Bell Tower (7 min) Landmark modern tower with ringing bells & an observation deck offering city views. Elizabeth Quay (9 min) Waterside entertainment complex on an inlet with shopping, cafes, boat tours, art & museums. AGWA - Art Gallery of WA (8 min) Museum featuring eclectic exhibitions of classic & contemporary regional art in a minimalist space. Scitech (8 min) Kid-friendly museum featuring interactive science exhibits & a planetarium with themed shows. |