Top Things to do in Perth
Things to do in Perth, Western Australia: The Best Points of Interest & Landmarks
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. Perth Hindu Temple
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By annamalais2018 - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Its a beautiful temple with intrinsic artwork and quite environment. Its a Shivan temple with all other deities around it. The temple is a little far from Perth CBD. There are a few routes. One of it is from Perth Underground Train Station take the Mandurah Line to Murdoch Station and than take Bus No 204 to Warton Road. Another route is to take the Armadale/Thornlie line and get down at Thornlie Train Station and take Bus 212 to Harpenden Street and than walk 800 meters. Its open from 6.30am-12.00noon and 6.00pm to 9.00pm. Its recommended to go in the morning since bus services at night are very few or to drive to the temple. Entrance to all visitors are free. Photos are only allowed outside the temple. You need about 1-2hrs in the temple.
2. Market Hall Plaza
3. Sir Charles Court Statue
4. Percy Buttons' Aspiration
5. Winthrop Hall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 73 reviews
Reviewed By 619jeffry - Essendon, Australia
Sir John Winthrop Hackett chaired the Royal Commission that recommended the creation of the University of Western Australia (UWA). UWA is known as one of Australia's eight "sandstone universities." Winthrop Hackett, as he was known, was a generous benefactor to the new university. The central feature of the campus, Winthrop Hall, was named in his honour. For many students, their last memory of UWA is staring at the elaborate ceiling of Winthrop Hall as they await the call to graduate.
6. The Queen's Tree
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4.5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By 619jeffry - Essendon, Australia
Queen Elizabeth II is the only reigning British monarch ever to visit Australia. It is estimated that almost everyone in Australia has had a chance to see her during her various tours, which have taken her to every State and mainland Territory.. The Queen's Tree was planted by Her Majesty in King's Park on 27 March 1954. I was then less than one year old. Once a sapling, after 67 years it is a mighty monument to Australia's affection for Royalty.
7. The Bell Tower
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4.0 based on 1,770 reviews
The Bell Tower is one of the most unique things to see in Perth. The Bell Tower Experience tour gives you a fascinating insight into the one of the most unique facilities in the world! You can learn all about the history of the bells and the Tower, the ancient art of bell ringing and you will get to chime a famous bell and receive a souvenir certificate. Twelve of the 18 bells in this Tower came from London's St.Martin-in-the-Fields church in Trafalgar Square as a Bicentenary gift to the people of Western Australia in 1988. Originally cast in the 13th century and recast in the 16th and 18th centuries, they were rung at the homecoming of James Cook after his voyage of discovery in 1771, after the Battle of El Alamein in 1942 and at the coronation of every British monarch since George II in 1727. The Bell Tower is also home to the 6,500kg ANZAC Bell, which is rung at 12pm everyday (1pm ANZAC Day 25 April). To maximise your experience we recommend bookings the premium ANZAC Bell Tour.
Reviewed By heatherjsanders - Cairns, Australia
What a find wandering through the city of Perth. Good value for seniors. We experienced actually ringing the bells on a tour. We were lucky to be there at midday when the ANZAC Bell rings for a minute. Very interesting building with photos from a WA competition displayed. Historically bells, clocks mainly Australia and also gifts to the Bell Tower from around the world
8. Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts (PICA)
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 65 reviews
Housed in a large and striking heritage building in the heart of Perth, Western Australia, PICA is the city’s focal point for those wishing to experience the best of Australian and international visual, performance and interdisciplinary art. PICA is both a producing and presenting institution that runs a year round program of curated exhibitions, seasons in contemporary dance, theatre and performance and a range of interdisciplinary projects. It boasts one of the largest and most breath-taking exhibition spaces in Australia and has become known for the leading role it plays in the presentation of significant new work. In many aspects of its operations, PICA might be understood as an incubator: providing resources, mentoring and support for both emerging and mature artists whilst promoting new and emerging ideas, forms and practices to the broader community.
Reviewed By tessamum - Perth, Australia
We were late finding this gallery,so only had an hour before closing. As we hurried round it was apparent we needed more time as the galleries were full of great art from aboriginal, old pioneers,brand new artists.What staggered us was the amount of well known pieces by famous artists and sculptures.
