Perth is Australia's best kept secret and June Clever-esque city of the West. Plus, being the most isolated city in the world has gotta mean something... The 'big smoke' of WA has everything to offer the average tourist, renegade traveller and like me, immigrant savant.
Transportation
Sure you could walk... but do you really want to?
Perth has an excellent transportation system. From North to South and everything in between you can get their by car/bus, by rail, by bike, or even by sea. My recommendation, mix it up a bit. You can get anywhere including Fremantle, Subi, Northbridge or the city (the hot zones) with bus or train. The southern route will be here by November '06.
Go Public - Bus, Train, Ferry...
Plan your journey with Transperth, Perth's public transportation authority.
Are those boots made for walking? By foot
The best resource for maps and directions in Australia.
Go Public - Bus, Train, Ferry...
Plan your journey with Transperth, Perth's public transportation authority.
Are those boots made for walking? By foot
The best resource for maps and directions in Australia.
Perth's Top 5
If you've only got a few days in Perth, here's your 'not to miss' list!
1.Kings Park & Botanical Gardens
A brilliant place to lookout over the city of Perth and the Swan River, especially amidst the treetops on the new Lotterywest Federation Walkway. Great nature walks and examples of WA flora, including rare WA natives and wildflowers (in September). They even have their own Top 10.
2.Perth City
On the edge of the Swan, this picture perfect capital and hub of WA is where it's at. Easily accessed by foot, don't miss the Swan Bell Tower, the WA Art Gallery, or the night-club and alfresco dining centre of it all, Northbridge. The best way to see it all is the new double decker bus tour.
3. Fremantle
Visit historical Freo (for short) and take in the ports, prision, and pale ale. Just 20 minutes from the city, it's a vibrant port city rich in heritage buildings, maritime history and cosmopolitan culture. You'll need a full day to explore it all and relax on the cappucino stripalfresco as a night cap.
4. Perth's Beaches
Only minutes from the city, Perth's beaches are some of the best. Checkout Cottesloe, Scarborough and City Beach for starters. Don't forget to slip, slap and slop!
5. Rottnest Island
About 30 minutes off the coast (from Freo), Rottnest is Perth's own little island getaway. The native quokkas will keep you company while biking the 24km around the island, stopping at beautiful beaches on the way. Full day recommended.
A brilliant place to lookout over the city of Perth and the Swan River, especially amidst the treetops on the new Lotterywest Federation Walkway. Great nature walks and examples of WA flora, including rare WA natives and wildflowers (in September). They even have their own Top 10.
2.Perth City
On the edge of the Swan, this picture perfect capital and hub of WA is where it's at. Easily accessed by foot, don't miss the Swan Bell Tower, the WA Art Gallery, or the night-club and alfresco dining centre of it all, Northbridge. The best way to see it all is the new double decker bus tour.
3. Fremantle
Visit historical Freo (for short) and take in the ports, prision, and pale ale. Just 20 minutes from the city, it's a vibrant port city rich in heritage buildings, maritime history and cosmopolitan culture. You'll need a full day to explore it all and relax on the cappucino stripalfresco as a night cap.
4. Perth's Beaches
Only minutes from the city, Perth's beaches are some of the best. Checkout Cottesloe, Scarborough and City Beach for starters. Don't forget to slip, slap and slop!
5. Rottnest Island
About 30 minutes off the coast (from Freo), Rottnest is Perth's own little island getaway. The native quokkas will keep you company while biking the 24km around the island, stopping at beautiful beaches on the way. Full day recommended.
What's On
The lastest calendar of events and hip happenings in and around Perth
Online WA has got it all. Check here for the most up to date calendar.
Some of the best events of the year include:
1. Araluen Botanical Park Chilli Festival
2. UWA Perth International Arts Festival
3. Fremantle Streets Art Festival
4. Wildflower Festival in Kings Park
5. Perth Royal Show
Some of the best events of the year include:
1. Araluen Botanical Park Chilli Festival
2. UWA Perth International Arts Festival
3. Fremantle Streets Art Festival
4. Wildflower Festival in Kings Park
5. Perth Royal Show
The goods- general information about Perth
- City of Perth
- All about the good ol' city of Perth
- Lonely Planet-Perth
- Plan your trip to Perth
- Travel & Accomodation information for Perth
- Sponsored by Tourism Western Australia
- Moving to Perth?
- Get the low down on the ins and outs of Perth with OnlineWA, "Your Doorway to Western Australia's Information and Services"
Great Stuff on Amazon
Lonely Planet Western Australia
The ultimate references for Perth and WA.
Amazon Price: $14.03 (as of 10/11/2008)
In a Sunburned Country
Learn the ins and outs of Australia before visiting, with commentary on Perth.
Amazon Price: $10.17 (as of 10/11/2008)
Insight Pocket Guide with map Perth (Insight Guides)
Hey, it's got a map!
Amazon Price: $13.95 (as of 10/11/2008)
