Top Things to do in Greater Perth
Top Hotels in Greater Perth
What to do and see in Greater Perth, Western Australia: The Best Bodies of Water
Discover the best top things to do in Greater Perth, Australia including Little Parakeet Bay, Jeannies Lookout, Green Island, Swan River, Geordie Bay, Lake Monger, Rottnest Island Salt Lakes, Porpoise Bay, Tomato Lake, Catherine Bay.
Restaurants in Greater Perth
1. Little Parakeet Bay
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By Retro92 - Sydney, Australia
As daytrippers we took the bus to see the seals, then caught the next bus back around to Little Parakeet Bay (the buses go clockwise). It's tiny. Well protected from prevailing winds. Sand is very good and the water safe and calm. As it is a little bit away from main beach, it is quieter and we had the beach to ourselves for a bit. You can then walk back through Goerdie's, the Basin and the lighthouse to main beach for the trip back. It's a few kms, but if you take it slow, it is very easy.
2. Jeannies Lookout
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By CJO193 - Te Puke, New Zealand
Rottnest was a lovely island to visit.. very quiet and the weather was great! Jeannie lookout was a lovely stop
3. Green Island
4. 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
5. Geordie Bay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 123 reviews
Reviewed By MargaretsForest - Margaret River, Australia
Fantastic location for a few night's stay. Close enough for access to facilities, but private enough to feel like you have the island to yourself. Great family style cabins too with plenty of privacy and a stunning view.
6. Lake Monger
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 210 reviews
Reviewed By 186408Alison - Bradford, United Kingdom
Beautiful walk around this lake distance is 3.5km . There was lots of wildlife in the lake and surrounding areas . Good paths all the way round , lots of seating areas view of Perth in the back ground. Children’s play area and toilets available. Well worth a visit
7. Rottnest Island Salt Lakes
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 122 reviews
Reviewed By 589franf
Took myself on Rottnest ferry after being picked up in Scarborough Bch by courtesy bus.Included coffee & muffin while waiting to board.Staff were very friendly & views of coastline stunning.Had a tour booked & after arriving headed off to get tour under way. Although the train was under repair we boarded a mini bus & with excellent commentary we toured part of the island.Stopped for a picnic lunch then back onto bus to other side of island which included lighthouse tour & war history tour of the big guns & tunnels which protected Fremantle in the war.Great people excellent history info & got some great photos.Back onto bus & saw dolphins sea lions birds & Whales off the coast with photo ops.Ending in town had time for a cold one at bar on water before boarding ferry for return trip & courtesy bus back.Excellent day out highly recommend tour????Tks will return.The quotas are everywhere & don’t mind posing for a selfie.
8. Porpoise Bay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By robbygc - Toronto, Canada
I went down the metal stairs and found myself on a beautiful beach. The bay was calm. I like the dunes. They were attractive. It had white sand. Quite different. I stood still here and enjoyed my environment. Wow! This is a must see!
