City: Western Australia
Top Things to do in Western Australia
Top 10 Things to do in Western Australia, Australia
Western Australia (abbreviated as WA) is a state occupying the entire western third of Australia. It is bounded by the Indian Ocean to the north and west, the Great Australian Bight and Southern Ocean to the south, the Northern Territory to the north-east and South Australia to the south-east. Western Australia is Australia's largest state, with a total land area of 2,529,875 square kilometres (976,790 sq mi), and the second-largest country subdivision in the world, surpassed only by Russia's Sakha Republic. The state has about 2.6 million inhabitants – around 11% of the national total – with 92% living in the south-west corner, mostly in the Perth area, leaving the remainder of the state sparsely populated.
Restaurants in Western Australia
1. Kings Park and Botanic Garden
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12,283 reviews
Kings Park is one of the world’s largest and most beautiful inner city parks. It is rich in Aboriginal and European history, contemporary culture and offers innovative design, displays and services. Kings Park has an international reputation for scientific research, leading horticulture, conservation and public education.
Reviewed By Roger_Albury - Albury, Australia
Wow, this massive garden park has so much you could come back a dozen times and still not see everything. Extraordinary displays of WA's famous wild flowers, tree scapes, lawn gardens, fountains, magnificent views of Perth and the waterways, cafes & recreational areas for families & children, historic sites and the magnificent State war memorial. Serviced with easy access roads, pathways suitable for all, free bus service to and from the park, cafes, tourist information, top quality gift shop and toilet facilities. A world class park and a jewel in the crown for Perth & WA.
2. Cape Le Grand National Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,031 reviews
Reviewed By AP194R - Perth, Australia
A great day trip to the national Park, heaps to see including Hellfire Bay, Frenchman's Peak, Lucky Bay , beautiful scenery, great roads all for $10 per car
3. Turquoise Bay
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5.0 based on 1,978 reviews
Reviewed By Teensparkles - Carnarvon, Australia
This beach is incredible It has lovely white sand and you can walk out on the sand bar There are beautiful local fish that are rather inquisitive and if you’re lucky you might see a sea turtle Definitely worth the drive
4. National Anzac Centre
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5.0 based on 2,056 reviews
Reviewed By ElvisPKing - Palmerston, Australia
Dignified and appropriate memorial to those who gave so much for the future of their country. Housed in a beautifully designed building in sympathy with its surroundings in Albany’s Mount Clarence Parklands this is a thoughtful and dynamic collection and tribute to the Anzacs who left these shores for WWI. Relating the stories of the Anzac troops from recruitment to convoy to the fields of Gallipoli and Flanders through narrative, interactive displays and a unique system of following a single soldier, this memorial takes you to what it was really like, from both sides of the conflict. A place to pause and reflect.
5. Cable Beach
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4.5 based on 2,629 reviews
Western Australia’s most famous beach is one of the most beautiful in the world, with turquoise waters and impeccable white sand.
Reviewed By Shannon_Perth - Perth, Australia
Best best in Australia and best sunset!! Great place for a swim or just get sun tan! Highly recommend coming down here to watch the sunset! Grab a picnic basket and some drinks and chill on the grass
6. Fremantle Prison
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,057 reviews
Fremantle Prison is one of Western Australia’s premier tourist attractions and the only World Heritage listed building in the State.The Prison was built by convicts in the 1850s and was used as a place of incarceration for almost 140 years. With solitary cells and gallows Fremantle Prison is a monument to a system of punishment that is uncomfortably recent. Fremantle Prison now holds the key to history, mystery and fun. Step inside and do time with experienced guides on a fascinating Prison Day Tour. Explore the labyrinth of tunnels 20m beneath the Prison by foot and by boat on a Tunnels Tour adventure. Feeling brave? Delve into the darker side of the Prison’s history on an eerie Torchlight Tour.
Reviewed By R2072TOjulieb - Caulfield, Australia
We had Chris for our True Crime Tour and Janine for our Torch Light tour which were both really good and worth doing. The True Crime tour talks about crimes committed but does not go in to too much detail and therefore is not gross. If you want to hear more about the Claremont case I can recommend the Crime Junkie pod cast which has an episode on the case... This does however go in to a fair amount of detail and would not be recommended for under 16s. The Torch Light tour is good and a very different experience again. A little scary at times but great fun and interesting history on the place.
7. Swan River
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,080 reviews
Perth's favourite playground, the Swan River is a stunning waterway which winds its way from the Darling Scarp to Fremantle. This natural attraction is popular location for Perth locals and visitors to enjoy a day out boating, fishing, skiing, paddling, swimming, picnicking or simply enjoying its vista.Rich in environmental and cultural values, the Swan River was named Derbal Yerrigan by the local Aboriginals who believe that the river was created by the rainbow serpent ‘Waugal’, a dreamtime spirit taking the form of a giant snake. It is believed that the Waugal created creeks, waterholes, lakes and valleys on its journey to the ocean.
Reviewed By taffy_longman - Gold Coast, Australia
Loved the walk past the Swan bell tower on Elizabeth quay and the river walk is magnificent Cycling runners and walkers come alive early morning to enjoy sunshine and the Perth city highlights Wonderful hotels coffee choices and the main hub for Capt Cook Cruises Have really enjoyed the river walkway and Perth is a great city with fantastic weather and fresh air If you’re going to relax with your mindfulness needing a top up enjoy this wonderful experience along the Swan River the life blood of this beating heart of Perth
8. The Gap and Natural Bridge
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4.5 based on 1,884 reviews
The surging power of the Southern Ocean is evident at The Gap, a spectacular channel in the 40 metre high coastal granites of Torndirrup National Park. Lookouts at both the Gap and natural Bridge provide outstanding views of the Southern Ocean and the coast from Bald Head to West Cape Howe. Visitors to the Gap can venture onto a universally accessible new viewing platform 40 metres directly above the surging seas in all but the worst weather conditions. From the gentle and mesmerising heaving of calm seas to the buffeting rush of wind and spray of winter storms the experience changes from day to day. A raised pathway leads from the car-park and picnic area across the top of the exposed granite ramparts to reach the viewing platform at the Gap. The pathway gives safe access to the best views while protecting vulnerable plants and lichens on the rock surface from trampling.
Reviewed By 952pearla
Went to The Gap and Natural Bridge with no prior knowledge of what to expect. The area has been extremely well thought out for tourists with their upmost safely in mind. The engineering feat of the viewing platform over The Gap is spectacular and enables you to get really good views of the rugged coastline of the beautiful south west of western Australia. The Natural Bridge is amazing.
9. Hamelin Bay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 564 reviews
Reviewed By senorita08 - Perth, Australia
Turquoise crystal clear waters, calm waters, picture perfect. Amazing to walk along the beach to the boat ramp area and see the rays - so calm and just magical to see nature up close.
10. Araluen Botanic Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 282 reviews
Reviewed By Pierre664 - Perth, Australia
My wife and I arrived mid morning on a Monday. The Park was very busy but parking and entry was surprisingly easy. We enjoyed the walk around this park and also visited the Chalet Healy Cafe for an excellent coffee and fresh scones. These gardens are especially enhanced with the wonderful displays of Tulips. Also noticed was the popularity of people visiting in large groups and enjoying picnicking facilities.
