Top Things to do in South Perth
Things to do in South Perth, Western Australia: The Best Nature & Parks
Discover the best top things to do in South Perth, Australia including Mindeerup, Sir James Mitchell Park, Perth Zoo, Ernest Johnson Reserve, Windsor Park.
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1. Mindeerup
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By 619je - Keysborough, Australia
Mindeerup consists of two large metal sculptures, a numbat and a frill-necked lizard. both native to South Perth. Mindeerup is designed to welcome people to South Perth. The installation won an award from the Institute of Landscape Archiects. Mindeerup is near Mends Street jeffy, where the ferry from Elizabeth Quay berths. At night, there's a light show.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
