Top Things to do in South Perth
The 10 Best Things to do in South Perth, Western Australia
Discover the best top things to do in South Perth, Australia including Windram Art Gallery, City of South Perth Historical Society Inc., South Perth Foreshore, The Old Mill, Sir James Mitchell Park, Mends Street Jetty, Perth Zoo, Ernest Johnson Reserve, Windsor Park, City of South Perth Library.
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1. Windram Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By 619jeffry - Essendon, Australia
Windram Art has a range of art, mainly depicting the Australian outback. Notable among the paintings are the gigantic boab trees from the Kimberley in the north of Western Australia (WA). The colors are pleasingly matched. The size of the paintings ranges from large oils to postcards that can be posted home easily. There are a variety of other art works, including indigenous art. Windram Art is not a large gallery, but it would repay a trip for anyone interested in Australian art. The gallery is a short drive from the city on Mill Point Road, South Perth.
2. City of South Perth Historical Society Inc.
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Open Fridays 10-4, Saturday, Sunday 1 - 4pm Original artworks by May Gibbs, creator of the iconic Gum-Nut Babies and Snugglepot and Cuddlepie with items of local history are exhibited in this distinctive 1904 building restored as an Art Museum and Gallery. From 1889 May Gibbs lived in a charming home across the road from this building, part of a unique group of five heritage buildings.
Reviewed By 619jeffry - Essendon, Australia
The South Perth Historical Society is housed in a handsome colonial era red brick building. Displays change regularly -- when I visited, it was an exhibition devoted to May Gibbs, who is best known for her Gumnut Babies. The museum is open from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm on Fridays and 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday. Entry is gratis. The museum is on the corner of Mends St and Mill Point Road. Parking is usually available nearby.
3. South Perth Foreshore
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 368 reviews
Reviewed By bernie1939 - Perth, Australia
South Perth Foreshore is just a five minute Transperth Ferry ride from the City centre and Elizabeth Quay.There is a train station situated right next door to the ferry terminal at Elizabeth Quay. So, after touring the City of Perth why not jump on the ferry for a relaxing ride over to South Perth and relax on the beautiful foreshore with great views across the river to the Perth City skyline. There is an abundance of dining choices for all budgets in Mend Street, South Perth, plus its only a short stroll to Perth Zoo.
4. The Old Mill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 59 reviews
Reviewed By 619jeffry - Essendon, Australia
The Swan River Colony was founded in 1829. The mill in South Perth was established in 1835, and functioned until 1859, milling prodigious quantities of grain throughout its lifetime. Without the mill, the struggling infant colony would not have survived. Perth, now a thriving city of 2 million, can take pride in this link to the pioneering settlement of Western Australia. After two years' of restoration, the Old Mill has reopened. The oldest surviving connection to Perth's early days is a source of pride to the people of South Perth. The restored mill and the miller's cottage are are on the tip of the South Perth peninsula. They can be accessed by car; the bus stops outside the door.
5. Sir James Mitchell Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 70 reviews
Reviewed By 619jeffry - Essendon, Australia
Sir James Mitchell, better known as Jimmy Mitchell, was Premier of Western Australia. He was well-liked by the people of WA, and he has lent his name to this popular riverside park. There's a cafe if you want to get something to eat or drink. The Park is a popular place to watch the New Year's Eve fireworks. It's a good place to wander around, it would be very hard to get lost.You can see the city of Perth, known locally as "Little Manhattan," reflected in the water.
6. Mends Street Jetty
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By Garon_Susanne - Como, Australia
The face lift the City of South Perth has done is fantastic. The new mends street jetty area is extremely family friendly. Check out the Emu and Meerkat statues, sit, relax and enjoy the river and city views or grab a coffee, drink or meal at one of the great restaurants nearby. Miss Chow’s is my favourite.
7. Perth Zoo
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 2,262 reviews
Located just minutes from Perth City, Perth Zoo is a convenient and beautiful way to meet Australia's incredible wildlife. Ever wanted to immerse yourself in the Aussie outback but have Asia's stunning rainforests and Africa's wild savannah right around the corner? Perth Zoo, with over 1500 animals and some of the most beautiful gardens in Western Australia, is your ultimate day out. Open every day of the year, Perth Zoo inspires and directs all work to save wildlife. Go for a bushwalk and discover the best of Australia's wildlife including koalas, emus, wallabies, kangaroos and our enormous saltwater crocodile, Simmo. Go for a safari through the African Savannah with rhinoceros, giraffe and lions or delve into the Asian Rainforest and meet elephants, Red Pandas, tigers, otters and a colony of endangered Sumatran Orangutans. You can explore at your own pace or take advantage of the many Zoo docent volunteers who have a myriad of stories to tell and help unlock some of the hidden secrets of the Zoo. With at least half a day needed to see the Zoo, we recommend a full day to make your experience the best it possibly can be! The carousel, wagon hire, zebra car rides, keeper presentations, free electric BBQ's, picnic tables and cafe make the experience all the more worth it. For the more adventurous get up close and book a daily Eye to Eye experience - you might feed a giraffe, pat a rock wallaby or meet our quokka! Adults $29.00 Children (4-15 yrs) $14.00 Concession $22.00 Students $22.00 Seniors $22.00 Mini Group (2 + 2 ) $75.20
Reviewed By L9126XHlindab - Perth, Australia
As many grandparents will be aware - it's the school holidays when we all try to think up treats for our grandchildren. We took ours to the zoo yesterday and it proved to be a day we all enjoyed. The zoo was full of children having fun exploring the various areas with the African Savannah, the Asian Rainforest, the Nocturnal House and the penguins particular favourites. The playground was also very popular and after they had a ride on the heritage carousel we all left happy. The facilities at the zoo are constantly being upgraded and it's both an educational and fun place for a day out for the whole family.
8. Ernest Johnson Reserve
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By 619je - Keysborough, Australia
Ernest Johnson Reserve adoins the South Perth City Council offices. The Reserve is named after a long-serving Council manager .The reserve has a number of ovals, plus change rooms. It also has a children's playground and exercise equipment. The reserve is popular with dog walkers -- the council provides plastic bags so that owners can pick up after their pooches. Best access is through Sandgate Street.
9. Windsor Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By 619jeffry - Essendon, Australia
Windsor Park is a large park next to Perth Zoo. The park is dog-friendly, but dog walkers must pick up after their pooches. The City of South Perth provides bags for collecting the droppings, just look for the dispenser. The central grassy lawn is large enough for Fido to have a good run. Windsor Park is close to the Mends St shopping area, and adjoins the entrance to Perth Zoo. The park also has toilets for park users. The park is near the corner of Mends St and Mill Point Rd, it's easy to find.
10. City of South Perth Library
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By 619jeffry - Essendon, Australia
The City of South Perth Library serves many useful functions. The computers are available for use by anyone who wants to use them, including wi-fi. The library has a printer which can be used in conjunction with the computers at a very economical rate, and also as a scanner. The library also has local history collection, and displays, currently items from the Weaver & Lock aerated waters factory, which was sited in Mill Point Road, South Perth for many years. Weaver & Lock was beloved of generations of South Perth children, especially the wooden barrels of ginger beer. The library's collection includes books, DVDs and a wide selection of newspapers. Parking is adequate
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