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10 Museums in Perth That You Shouldn't Miss
Perched on the banks of the wide Swan River, between the Indian Ocean and the sands of the Nullarbor Desert, Perth is one of the world's most isolated cities, yet still boasts an active beach scene and smokin’ nightlife. Family-friendly Cottesloe is brimming with swimmers, surfers and snorkelers. Head north to Scarborough for a spirited beachside club scene. Coo at cute marsupials on ferry-accessible Rottnest Island, and don’t miss the views from King's Park and Botanic Gardens.
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1. Revolutions Transport Museum
2. The Nostalgia Box Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 258 reviews
Featured in 2019 Guinness World Record Gamer's Edition and Lonely Planet, The Nostalgia Box is Australia's first interactive Video Game Console Museum. The museum is a celebration of video games and the people that made them happen. The museum contains more than 100 consoles, representing the evolution—and sometimes revolution—that occurred from the 1970s through the 2000s. Go behind the scenes of your favorite games and consoles, learning about the tremendous work that went into them. Play a plethora of classic video games, replaying games from your childhood or making entirely new discoveries. Play a round of Pong, challenge a friend to a high score in Space Invaders, or blast through levels of Super Mario Bros, Sonic the Hedgehog, Alex Kidd, and Crash Bandicoot. This is merely scratching the surface. Relive your childhood, discover gaming's sometimes secret history, and plant appreciation for old-school gaming in a younger generation.
Reviewed By jeremysO8894OV - San Francisco, United States
The Nostalgia Box is a museum about gaming and specifically video games, as it contains more than 100 consoles. The Nostalgia Box is the first interactive video game console museum in Australia and it is located in the Western of the country, in Perth. It was featured in the 2019 Guinness World Record Gamer’s Edition and Lonely Planet. I am a big gamer myself and I couldn’t miss out on the opportunity to visit this incredible place. I choose to play only pokies that require no download and no registration because I don’t like wasting time. I find pokies that work at pokieslab.com, link attached in by bio. I am not a big console player but I couldn’t pass out on this. I tried playing some original Nintendo games such as SEGA and I have to say that comparing to pokies it was a familiar experience. The simplicity of the gaming experience is the same and both have a nostalgic feeling sometimes. Pokies are simple games with a clear goal like many other older games. Playing pokies online though was a little different than playing live with people surrounding you and I wouldn’t say I like the attention. I also played some of the Arcade games that I was too young to experience when they were in.
3. Studio 281
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Our Art gallery, Studio 281 is a creative arts hub with two galleries in the same premise. Live art, painting workshops, murals. We've been at the forefront of street art, working with established artists, and we are also the heart of the art community in Maylands and surrounding suburbs. We showcase the trendiest artists in WA, and encourage communal spirit in all our functions!
4. Scitech
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 592 reviews
The Scitech Science Centre is reopen under COVID-19 restrictions in WA. It's important that you plan ahead for your visit to Scitech and book your tickets online in advance. Explore your curiosity at Scitech, an engaging science discovery centre conveniently located in the heart of Perth. Boasting six interactive galleries, lively science performances and educational puppet shows, a hands-on science lab and Australasia's largest planetarium, Scitech offers a range of fun and educational science experiences for all ages. Plus, visit the Discovery Shop for unusual science gifts, and don't miss the Scitech's unique adult events throughout the year. As Western Australia's leading science education institution, Scitech aims to increase awareness, interest, capability and participation by all Western Australians in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Visit with the family for a whole day of fun, or become an annual member for endless science action!
Reviewed By Elocin86 - Townsville, Australia
LOVED THIS PLACE!!! So interactive, and the shows were extremely entertaining. My 4 year old actually asked to go back a second time during our 2 week stay in Perth because she just loved it all. Parents can also be involved in the activities or there is a section at the front of SciTech just for the little ones to have fun. Highly recommend going to see the puppet show and the SoCool shows that they have on, the scientists are extremely passionate about their subject and encourage questions.
5. Aspects of Kings Park
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4.5 based on 169 reviews
Aspects of Kings Park is a gallery and retail environment for the highest quality contemporary Australian and Western Australian craft and design. We deliver a distinctive shopping experience integrating art and design, ecology, conservation and education, in the heart of one of Western Australia's most iconic locations - Kings Park and Botanic Garden. We focus on works by local artists, with products reflecting Australia's natural environment and biodiversity. Our product range is innovative, colourful and intriguing. Aspects of Kings Park is open seven days a week, 9.00 am to 5.00 pm. Closed Australia Day, Good Friday and Christmas Day. Aspects of Kings Park is proudly owned and managed by the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority and all proceeds directly support Kings Park and Botanic Garden.
Reviewed By Magdalen77 - Perth, Australia
I would buy everything in this shop if I could! The jewelry is sublime, the scarfs are sublime and the dinosaur designs pies are sublime. Fantastic Aussie book selection, some great indigenous authors. Can't leave here without buying something!
6. Old Court House Law Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
7. Perth Cultural Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By 619jeffry - Essendon, Australia
The recent opening of the Western Australian Museum Boola Bardip adds a new dimension to the Perth Cultural Cenre which had been sadly lacking while the previous WA Museum was being rebuilt. The area around James St was once run down, but it is now the cultural hub of Perth. The WA Art Gallery has a good collection, including local artists. The State Library of WA has an unmatched collection of WA publications, including the Battye Library, which concentrates on WA's local history. PICA -- the Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts -- usually has something interesting on show, and the theatre centre showcases live performance. The Cultural Centre is connected to the Perth Railway Station by a convenient walkway. It's easy to spend a day checking out the Cultural Centre, there's something new every time I visit Perth.
8. Royal Perth Hospital Museum
9. Trowbridge Gallery
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4.5 based on 7 reviews
Trowbridge Gallery is an antique map and print gallery. We specialize in rare and original maps from the 16th century to the 20th century. We also display a large collection of original wildflower prints, bird and mammal prints, children's prints, medical prints, and original 19th century prints of Australia. Also on offer is a large selection of world globes, books and fine gifts.
10. The Zohar Collection
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
The Zohar Collection is an intimate art gallery situated on Broadway. We source unique artwork from international artists including the likes of renowned Israeli artist, David Gerstein. Head down to The Zohar Collection to see, touch and feel the art. You never know what you'll walk away with.
