Perth, Australia
15 Best Things to Do in Perth
What actually deserves your hours in Perth, ranked by the travelers who went.
Order reflects review volume from real travelers, out of 23 tracked Perth places. Refreshed monthly.
Perth Mint
MuseumThe Perth Mint is one of Australia's oldest operating mints, established in 1899. Today, it functions as a museum and working mint.
Read our full guide →Perth Zoo
Park & naturePerth Zoo is a major zoological garden set along the Swan River, home to over 1,200 animals from Australia and beyond.
Read our full guide →Swan Bells
LandmarkThe Swan Bells is a iconic landmark on the Swan River, known for its modern glass spire.
Read our full guide →Elizabeth Quay
LandmarkOpened in 2016, Elizabeth Quay has transformed Perth's foreshore into a dynamic hub for dining, entertainment, and recreation.
Read our full guide →Art Gallery of Western Australia
MuseumThe Art Gallery of Western Australia (AGWA) is the state's premier art museum, housing over 17,000 works spanning Australian and international art.
Read our full guide →St Mary's Cathedral, Perth
Religious siteSt Mary's Cathedral is the mother church of the Catholic Archdiocese of Perth and a prominent Gothic Revival building.
Read our full guide →London Court
LandmarkLondon Court is a charming, open-air shopping arcade that transports visitors back to Elizabethan England. Built in the 1930s, its Tudor-style facades, gables, and leadlight windows create a distinctive atmosphere.
Read our full guide →Supreme Court Gardens
Park & natureFree entrySupreme Court Gardens is a serene park located in the heart of Perth, Western Australia, at the corner of Barrack Street and Adelaide Terrace.
Read our full guide →St George's Cathedral, Perth
Religious siteSt George's Cathedral, consecrated in 1888, stands as a testament to Perth's colonial heritage and Anglican faith.
Read our full guide →Hyde Park
Park & natureFree entryHyde Park is a beloved urban oasis in Perth, located at the corner of Vincent and William Streets.
Read our full guide →Perth Town Hall
LandmarkCompleted in 1870, Perth Town Hall is one of the city's oldest and most iconic buildings, designed by architect Richard Roach Jewell in the Victorian Free Gothic style.
Read our full guide →Perth Concert Hall (Western Australia)
EntertainmentPerth Concert Hall stands as a premier performance venue on the banks of the Swan River, renowned for its exceptional acoustics that attract world-class orchestras and soloists.
Read our full guide →His Majesty's Theatre, Perth
EntertainmentHis Majesty's Theatre is a grand Edwardian-style venue and the oldest working theatre in Western Australia.
Read our full guide →The Ellington Jazz Club
EntertainmentThe Ellington Jazz Club is a cornerstone of Perth's live music scene, offering an authentic and intimate jazz experience seven nights a week.
Read our full guide →Yagan Square
LandmarkYagan Square is a dynamic meeting place in the heart of Perth that honors the region's Noongar heritage through art, design, and community events.
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Beyond the big names, the categories below cover everything else we track here.
Attractions & sights
Landmarks, museums, neighborhoods
23 places →Restaurants
Where to eat
Explore →Day trips
Escapes near the city
Coming soonExperiences & tours
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Spas & relaxation
Coming soonOff the beaten path
6 hidden gems in Perth
Like Canning River Regional Park and His Majesty's Theatre, Perth, loved by reviewers, skipped by tour groups.
See them →Get outdoors
6 outdoor adventures near Perth
Perth Zoo (3 km away) and more, all within 100 km.
Explore →For the kids
7 things to do with kids
Perth Zoo and more the whole crew will rate.
Bring them →Date night
5 romantic spots for couples
Perth Zoo at two-person pace.
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