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Subiaco sits just west of the CBD and feels like a village, with cafes, boutiques, pubs and a strong theatre and arts scene. It is a quieter base than the city centre and close to Kings Park. The trade-off is fewer big attractions within walking distance, so plan on a short train or bus ride for sightseeing.
The Round House in Fremantle was built around 1830 and is described as the oldest surviving public building in Western Australia. Volunteer guides look after the building, fire the time gun and drop the time ball each day. Visit around midday for the ritual, take in the views over the harbour and the Indian Ocean, and…
The Art Gallery of Western Australia stands in the Perth Cultural Centre and offers free general entry, with a voluntary donation at the door. Its State Art Collection includes Aboriginal art, and special exhibitions may charge a fee. Begin with the First Nations displays, remember the gallery stands on Whadjuk…
The Perth Royal Show takes over Claremont Showground each year around the spring school holidays, in the last week of September or the first week of October. It runs for about eight days with farm animals, rides, showbags and fireworks each night. Go on a weekday, take the train to the showground and set a showbag…
The Twilight Food Market fills Forrest Place in the city centre on Friday evenings through the warm months, usually from October to April. Expect street food from many countries, live local music and free entry. Go hungry and early, share a few dishes, and check the season dates before you plan, because the run can…
The Ellington Jazz Club on Beaufort Street has live shows most nights, from jazz and blues to album launches. Look at the All Shows page, book the night you want and add a pizza from the bar. It is a good plan for a quiet evening away from the pub circuit, and it is easy to reach on foot from the northern end of the…
The Rosemount Hotel on Fitzgerald Street is a mid-size live music pub that has hosted acts such as Tame Impala and Dinosaur Jr. Check the What's On page for the week, because the line-up mixes touring bands, tribute nights and DJ sessions in the renovated backyard. Eat before the show, since the pub menu is on and the…
The Subi Farmers Market sets up on Saturday mornings at Subiaco Primary School, with strawberries, fresh bread and breakfast stalls. It suits a slow morning in one of the city's most local-feeling suburbs. Arrive early for the best choice and pair it with a coffee on the nearby streets before heading to Kings Park.
Perth City Farm in East Perth runs a Saturday morning market of organic and biodynamic produce, honey, dairy and sustainable goods. It is a calmer alternative to the big tourist markets and it is easy to reach by train. Take the train to Claisebrook and look for the farm from the pedestrian overpass, then go before…
A short walk from the city, Heirisson Island on the Swan River has a small group of western grey kangaroos and loops of path with views back to the skyline. Go in the hours after sunrise or before sunset, when they graze, and keep your distance and leave your food in the bag. The island is Matagarup to the Noongar…
The Eagle View Walk in John Forrest National Park is a loop of about 16 km and roughly five hours, with Hovea Falls and National Park Falls at either end and views back to the city. The falls flow best in winter and spring, and the trail is a poor choice in summer heat. Carry plenty of water, start early and leave the…
The Swan Valley is only about 25 minutes from the city, but opening days differ from one venue to the next. Some cellar doors are closed or by appointment on weekdays, and some restaurants only serve Thursday to Monday. Choose a few stops that are open on your day, book any seated tastings ahead and check the valley's…
The working harbour on Mews Road is where Fremantle locals go for fresh fish, and the Kailis Fish Market Cafe there lets you order at the Seafood Fry, the Raw Bar or the BBQ counter. Take a buzzer, find a seat on the wharf and share a single fillet if you want a light lunch. Go on a weekday or early, because school…
General shops in the Perth area are closed on Good Friday, Anzac Day and Christmas Day, and on Sundays and most public holidays they may only open from late morning to mid afternoon. Opening is up to each shop, so some stay shut for the whole day. Plan souvenir stops for Monday to Saturday and keep Sundays for…
Perth's CAT buses are free in the city centre, so you can hop on and off all day without tapping a card. Blue runs daily between the Busport and Kings Park, Red and Yellow cross the CBD east to west, Green links Elizabeth Quay with Leederville on weekdays and Purple climbs to UWA and the medical centre. Buses come…
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