Top things to do in the Perth-fect city
Perth holds a reputation of being one of the world’s most livable cities and rightly so. Offering the best of both worlds, with its lush sprawling parks fused with the incredible city skyline, there’s something for everyone in Perth. Enveloped by the ocean to its South and West and nothing more than desert to its North and East, the remoteness only elevates its allure.
The city is architecturally diverse, gastronomically indulgent and a true melting pot of culture. Explore your hearts out from the smorgasbord of top things to do in Perth and all it has to offer!
Things to do in Perth
· For the nature lover
King’s Park is a true jewel in the city’s crown with its incredibly diverse flora. The large park spanning over 400 hectares boasts landscaped gardens, playgrounds and natural bushland trails. It overlooks the city and the tranquil waters of Swan River, making it the ideal spot for picnics, walks and cultural events.
The Swan River is a glorious waterway ideal for long walks, bike rides, skating and segway tours. If you’re feeling particularly venturesome, kayaking and windsurfing are activities offered along the shore.
Perth Zoo, not too far from the heart of the city, is home to over 1200 animals from around the world. Quokkas, the marsupials now extremely famous over social media owing to their smiling #quokkaselfie, are housed here too.
The Pinnacles Desert is a short day trip from Perth, whisking you away from the bustling city to a vista of natural limestone formations. The awe-inspiring fauna complete with reptiles and wild kangaroos makes this place an absolute photographer’s delight. If you’re in the mood for some adventure, stargazing is certainly recommended in the winter months.
· For the history, art and music savants
The Bell Tower houses a series of eighteen bells, which offers a unique experience to locals and tourists alike. Following a guided tour through the fascinating history of these bells, people get an opportunity to ring the bells in an interactive bell chiming session.
The Perth Mint offers a blend of interactive demonstrations and fascinating exhibits with displays of gold being melted into nuggets in the melting house. The Guinness Record holding largest coin in the world (a one-ton gold coin) is also on exhibit in the Mint.
For a lover of arts and music, Perth offers an abundance of cultural options. Art galleries encourage artists from around the world to showcase their work. The Maalinup Aboriginal Gallery displays and sells locally made souvenirs and art. In addition, Aboriginal dances, didgeridoo and storytelling are experiences offered to groups.
Live music and comedy clubs are conducted in the cultural hotspots in the city, jazz clubs and in the pubs.
· For the food and wine enthusiasts
Al fresco dining is extremely common due to the beautiful weather. Perth is a gastronomical paradise with the easily-sourced fresh produce, poultry and seafood and the countless wineries. Food and wine tours around the city are enjoyed by locals and tourists alike.
