Visiting Perth

Getting to and around Perth

Flying to Perth

Perth Airport is an approximate 20-minute drive from the Perth CBD. Direct flights are offered to and from Australian domestic destinations including Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Adelaide, Canberra, and Hobart. Perth is serviced by over 30 international and domestic airlines.

Visit the Perth Airport Website.

Airport Transfers

Perth Airport is well connected to Perth’s CBD by regular public bus and train services.

To find out more visit the Perth Airport website.

Taxi ranks are located at the front of all terminals.

DiDi, Ola, and Uber ridesharing services are available at Perth Airport. Dedicated rideshare pick-up bays are within easy walking distance of each terminal.

Getting around Perth

Transperth is Perth’s public transport network. Perth City has a Free Transit Zone (FTZ) for buses and a SmartRider FTZ for trains.

For more information visit the Transperth website.

Perth is well-serviced by taxis and multiple rideshare operators including Uber and Ola.

Eat and Drink

Perth combines big-city attractions and relaxed, informal surrounds, providing an appealing lifestyle for locals and lots to do for visitors. It’s a sophisticated, cosmopolitan city, with myriad bars, restaurants and cultural activities all vying for attention. When you want to chill out, it’s easy to do so.

Whether you’re looking for a cosy intimate dining experience or a lively bar scene, we’ve got you covered.

For recommendations and to view restaurant options, please click here.

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Attractions

Sandalford Winery Cellar Door Tasting Experience, Swan Valley

Swan Valley Wine Trail Just 20 minutes east of Perth, the Swan Valley and Darling Range is a world away from city life. You can reach it by road or take the scenic route aboard a Swan River cruise from Perth’s Barrack Street Jetty. You can even winery-hop in a horse-drawn wagon or chauffeured classic car.

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Couple beer tasting at Little Creatures Brewery, Fremantle

Little Creatures Brewing A huge shed (and former crocodile farm) on the water’s edge in Fremantle was to become the home of this beer and the birthplace of Little Creatures Brewing. Work began in 1999 and we swung the doors open in late 2000. Grab a pint & a pizza and soak in the brewery atmosphere or wander out into the backyard and enjoy your beer in the sunshine.

Fortress Adventure Tour with Segway Tours WA, Rottnest

Rottnest Island is where you can be amongst the world’s largest quokka population. Their story is literally written in the land. The name ‘Rottnest’ comes from 17th-century Dutch explorers who considered the animals to be large rats and bestowed the island, ‘Rat’s Nest’. There are plenty of adventures to be had at Rottnest Island. Don’t just limit yourself to swimming and bike riding, there are so many exciting Rottnest Island tours, ocean and island activities to be experienced.

Walking Tours of Fremantle, Fremantle Tours

Fremantle Just 30 minutes from Perth, the bustling, dynamic port city of Fremantle has long been renowned for its eclectic mix of arty and alternative types. Fremantle’s streets buzz with the song of buskers, the sidewalks fill with a wild collection of art and music floats out from trendy cafés and bars.

Eye Level view of the Nightlife outside Optus Stadium, Burswood

Optus Stadium This world class entertainment facility, right here in Perth, offers spectators a ‘fan-first’ approach in both design and technology. The Stadium hosts AFL, soccer, rugby league and union as well as some of the world’s biggest musicians. Voted as the Most Beautiful Sports Facility in the World in 2019, Optus Stadium is more than just a place to visit on event day.

Free Perth Walking Tour The iCity Volunteer Hosts help visitors discover the City of Perth. They staff the City of Perth Information Kiosk located in the Murray Street Mall at the intersection of Forrest Place and are on hand every day to answer questions about the city.