Perth is sunny and laid-back, with Kings Park, beaches, Fremantle's markets and Rottnest Island's quokkas. Further afield are Margaret River wineries and the Pinnacles Desert. September to May is warm.
Good to know
- Ferries to Rottnest leave from Perth and Fremantle; bring a bike.
- Do not touch or feed quokkas.
- Rent a car for Margaret River.
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Port town of markets, breweries and a UNESCO convict prison.
Classic fish and chips by the harbor at Fremantle's Fishing Boat Harbour, watching the boats come in.
Free gallery with strong Indigenous and contemporary Western Australian art collections.
Modern museum of WA's stories, wildlife and culture.
Cycle car-free bays and take selfies with smiling quokkas.
City park larger than Central Park, with skyline views.
Classic beach for swimming and sunsets over the Indian Ocean.
Wine region with caves, surf and gourmet dining.
Limestone spires in yellow sand, a sunset trip from Perth.
Wineries, breweries and chocolate near the city.
Perth's nightlife district of small bars, live music venues and late-night Asian eateries.
Swim with wild bottlenose dolphins in the calm waters of Rockingham's marine park.