Perth is an exceptionally great place to visit when you come to Australia. There are so many places to go that will provide you with experiences of a lifetime!
No matter what type of holiday you wish to have, Perth is ready and waiting for you with its fantastic urban lifestyle. With everything you could possibly wish to see and do, you will find it is all either within Perth city itself or within a cool 30 minutes from the city centre.
Here are our top choices on where to go when you visit Perth:
The Bell Tower
International visitors will love the unique experience of The Bell Tower, as it is one of Western Australia’s most visited attractions. Bell ringing is an ancient art and visitors will get to experience the mystical and wonderful sounds first hand from bells dated back to the 14th century. Not only this, The Bell Tower offers spectacular views spanning 360 degrees so you can take in the wonders of the Perth city skyline and stunning views of the Swan River when you step out onto the open air observation deck located on the sixth floor. This great location is only 5 minutes from Perth city centre.
Perth Zoo
Also found within a stones throw of the city centre is this Western Australian icon known as the Perth Zoo. You will be able to stroll around the lush gardens and get to know some of our famous Australian animals and other local wildlife. You can stick to the Australian Walkabout and Wetlands or you could continue on to explore animals from all around the world such as in the Asian Rainforest where you will be able to see elephants, Sun Bears, tigers and Sumatran Orangutans. If you want to get right into the spirit of it all, think about getting up close and personal to feed a giraffe or even become a Zoo Keeper! There are some free animal feeding sessions and presentations to discover as well.
Hop on and off tours of Perth
Being able to discover Perth at your own pace and in your own time is one of the best reasons to get yourself a ticket on this bus. Once you have your ticket and you board the bus, you will have 24 to 48 hours to discover the sights that Perth has to offer. You have unlimited use with this ticket during the time frame, so you are free to hop on or off whenever you choose. This tour bus is a fantastic option to take when you first set foot in Perth as it will give you an idea of the overall city and then you will be able to choose places of interest to explore further during your stay.
Valley of the Giants and Tree Top Walk
If you love nature, you are sure to love this tour! You can discover the beauty of lush farmlands and climb the Diamond Tree Lookout. Imagine walking under a canopy of forest and experience a delicious picnic lunch that is provided with this tour. This 14.5hour tour is only run on a Wednesday so you will need to plan ahead and book it in. There are a couple of locations where you can be picked up from as well.
Freemantle Prison
Ever imagined what life would have been like as a convict? Freemantle prison, a World Heritage listed building, is the place to go and experience this impressive piece of Western Australian history. There are tours you can take during the day and if you are feeling more adventurous and are not frightened, you could take a tour by torchlight and get down to experience the tunnels first hand. Freemantle Prison is approximately a 26minute drive from Perth and well worth the trip.
