Western Australia - Perth and surrounds.

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The modern city of Perth, filled with culture and cuisine, is only a step away from wine cellars, tropical beaches and leafy suburbs. This vibrant city has something for everyone.

As its capital, Perth provides the gateway to the state of Western Australia and its easy-going lifestyle; visitors can relax on the stunning beaches one day and experience a thrilling Outback adventure the next. Perth is an ideal introduction to the unrivalled variety on offer in this fascinating state and a superb foundation from which to immerse yourself into the Australian way of life.

One of Perth’s most attractive natural aspects is the Swan River: sweeping through the city towards the sea at Fremantle it remains a focal point for living the true Western Australian lifestyle. Edged with lush playing fields and a stunning backdrop of the city skyline, the riverside provides a perfect setting for a fantastic dining experience.

Perth is renowned worldwide for its delicious fresh seafood and the many restaurants that are situated along the water. Sample a range of speciality dishes including barramundi, tiger prawns and marron (freshwater crayfish). You’ll find mouth-watering steaks in many places, and Japanese cuisine is also popular, while traditional Asian teahouses offer a cheap and delicious option. Almost all restaurants are BYO (bring your own bottle), and with the state’s oldest winegrowing region close by you’ll be sure to find a good bottle to accompany your meal.

The Swan Valley vineyards are just northeast of Perth; this peaceful area offers everything from wine-tasting tours to art galleries. Sample the local wines and boutique beers, take picturesque walks or go horse riding on the hillside. Perth offers a shopping extravaganza, with local designs and value for money. In the heart of the city, Central Perth is the main shopping district; you can also head to Subiaco, Claremont, Leederville, Cottesloe and Fremantle for their lovely boutiques, galleries and cafes lining the leafy main streets. The ultra chic King Street is the centre of Perth’s sophisticated West End. In the suburbs, shopping centres offer a wide variety of stores, late-night opening and shopping seven days a week.

Alternatively, step into the fascinating Western Australian Museum, a key to the state’s natural and cultural aboriginal heritage.

Directly off the Perth coast is Rottnest Island, a popular day-tripping hotspot where divers can explore the colourful blankets of coral reef and eerie shipwrecks. For the less experienced, the shallower waters are great for snorkelling.

What to do and where to stay in Perth

What to do Perth Attraction Koalas at Yanchep Review	- Went to visit some of me koala mates over at Yanchep National Park. Every-one seemed very happy and predictably chilled out. There is plenty of room for the koalas to hang-out and a nice circuit for the humans to wonder around taking pictures...
What to do Perth Attraction Fremantle Prison Review	- As we were staying next to Fremantle Prison we decided that we would take a look - what a great tour! The guide - the son of the last medical officer - was very entertaining and interesting...
What to do Perth Attraction AQWA - Perth Aquarium Review	- The aquarium enjoys a great location, next to Hillary's boat harbour - which is a lovely spot, with lots of nice places to eat (great fish and chips), there's a fun park for the kids, shops for Mum and loads of boats to get Dad dreaming...
Where to stay Perth Hotel - 4star Mounts Bay Apartments Review	- We booked this hotel largely as it was available! Our usual choice in Perth being fully booked due to a local surf competition. We prefer this over the previous first choice now (Mantra on Hay.) We like "aparthotels" as they usually offer more than one bedroom (we stayed in a two bedroom apartment...
What to do Perth Attraction Perth Zoo Review	- We arrived at Perth Zoo after catching a ferry from the city, it is then about a 10 minute walk - or less if you don't go the wrong way around..
Where to stay Perth Hotel - 5star Sheraton Perth Listing	The Sheraton Perth Hotel is an elegantly designed hotel inside and out and this five star property provides accommodation to the highest standards.With rich tones and luxurious textures through offering elegant décor, beautifully appointed accommodation that is warm and welcoming...
Where to stay Perth Hotel - 4star Mercure Hotel Perth Listing	Contempory accommodation close to the river. Heated rooftop pool. The Mercure Hotel Perth is a wellappointed contemporary inner-city hotel for those wishing to stay in this beautiful place...
Where to stay Perth Hotel - 4star Citigate Perth Listing and Review	Heart of the city. Just renovated to Mirvac's high standards. The Citigate Perth is only a short walk to the heart of the city with its vibrant mall, and the Northbridge nightlife area. This modern hotel offers its guests plenty of facilities and is ideal for access to shopping and entertainment... ...
Where to stay Perth Hotel - 3star Hotel Ibis Perth Listing	Great value for money, smart location. Located in the capital city of Western Australia, the Hotel Ibis Perth is a comfortable hotel,well placed for the city sights, ranging from historical to natural attractions...
Where to stay Perth Tourist Park Kingsway Tourist Park Review	- We stayed at the Kingsway Tourist Park in Perth as it was 5 minutes from Hilary's and the AQWA. We were only there for one night - thank the lord... The park itself is fine, the pool looks small, but OK and the general site was clearly well kept...