Your Guide to Perth and Western Australia

Our Guides for Perth and Western Australia

Whether you’re planning a first date, celebrating an anniversary, or simply looking for an excuse to enjoy an exceptional meal together, these are our 8 favourite date night restaurants in Perth.

Whether you’re planning a first date, celebrating an anniversary, or simply looking for an excuse to enjoy an exceptional meal together, these are our 8 favourite date night restaurants in Perth.

Picking winter fruit right from the tree might be one of Perth’s most wholesome experiences. We visited an Orchard in June to pick fresh kiwifruit and explore one of the Perth Hills best farms.

Picking winter fruit right from the tree might be one of Perth’s most wholesome experiences. We visited an Orchard in June to pick fresh kiwifruit and explore one of the Perth Hills best farms.

Fremantle Truffle Festival returns from 10-12 July 2026 with free entry, truffle-inspired food, live demonstrations, family activities and the adorable new Truffle Dog Hunt in Perth’s iconic port city.

Fremantle Truffle Festival returns from 10-12 July 2026 with free entry, truffle-inspired food, live demonstrations, family activities and the adorable new Truffle Dog Hunt in Perth’s iconic port city.

Perth’s high tea scene has something for everyone, from luxe hotel lounges to cosy retro cafés and beachfront spots. In this guide, we explore the city’s best afternoon tea experiences.

Perth’s high tea scene has something for everyone, from luxe hotel lounges to cosy retro cafés and beachfront spots. In this guide, we explore the city’s best afternoon tea experiences.

From light shows and cosy workshops to cheesy eats, mulled wine, indoor fun, magical events and family-friendly activities – there’s something for everyone during winter in Perth!

From light shows and cosy workshops to cheesy eats, mulled wine, indoor fun, magical events and family-friendly activities – there’s something for everyone during winter in Perth!

Planning a getaway from Perth? Here are 15 of our favourite Western Australia stays and Airbnbs from luxury forest retreats and farm houses to coastal escapes, you won’t regret booking!

Planning a getaway from Perth? Here are 15 of our favourite Western Australia stays and Airbnbs from luxury forest retreats and farm houses to coastal escapes, you won’t regret booking!

Looking for the best Italian restaurants in Perth? From pasta to pizza and tiramisu, here are our favourite traditional-style family trattorias and modern Italian eateries around the city.

Looking for the best Italian restaurants in Perth? From pasta to pizza and tiramisu, here are our favourite traditional-style family trattorias and modern Italian eateries around the city.

Discover Black Point in south west Western Australia – a volcanic wonder of basalt cliffs, wild ocean views and remote bush camping in one of the State’s untouched wilderness areas.

Discover Black Point in south west Western Australia – a volcanic wonder of basalt cliffs, wild ocean views and remote bush camping in one of the State’s untouched wilderness areas.

Discover twelve of the best urban walking trails around Perth, from riverside loops to bushland escapes perfect here are a few of our faves for your next morning walk, exercise session or just a little fresh air.

Discover twelve of the best urban walking trails around Perth, from riverside loops to bushland escapes perfect here are a few of our faves for your next morning walk, exercise session or just a little fresh air.

If you’re keen to make the most of autumn in Perth, here are our favourite spots around the city for 2026 to catch the glorious gold and orange leaves. But be quick, our season is fleeting!

If you’re keen to make the most of autumn in Perth, here are our favourite spots around the city for 2026 to catch the glorious gold and orange leaves. But be quick, our season is fleeting!

Discover the Harvey Region, just 90 minutes from Perth. From beaches and scenic trails to wineries and local produce, it’s the perfect destination for a relaxing day trip or weekend getaway.

Discover the Harvey Region, just 90 minutes from Perth. From beaches and scenic trails to wineries and local produce, it’s the perfect destination for a relaxing day trip or weekend getaway.

We’ve searched high and low for the local bakeries crafting the very best hot cross buns in Perth. This Easter, treat yourself to one of these delicious buns and skip the store-bought options!

We’ve searched high and low for the local bakeries crafting the very best hot cross buns in Perth. This Easter, treat yourself to one of these delicious buns and skip the store-bought options!

We visited Baillie Hill, East Victoria Park’s newest dining and community hub, to experience the food, vibe and family-friendly spaces that are quickly making it one of Perth’s most exciting new precincts.

We visited Baillie Hill, East Victoria Park’s newest dining and community hub, to experience the food, vibe and family-friendly spaces that are quickly making it one of Perth’s most exciting new precincts.

Explore Claremont on a self-guided Mystery Picnic adventure. Solve clues, uncover hidden gems, collect gourmet treats and enjoy one of Perth’s most fun and unique date experiences.

Explore Claremont on a self-guided Mystery Picnic adventure. Solve clues, uncover hidden gems, collect gourmet treats and enjoy one of Perth’s most fun and unique date experiences.

A peaceful suburban escape, Tomato Lake in Kewdale offers scenic lake walks, family-friendly playgrounds, rich local history and a relaxed café stop, perfect for easy weekend outings and gentle midweek walks.

A peaceful suburban escape, Tomato Lake in Kewdale offers scenic lake walks, family-friendly playgrounds, rich local history and a relaxed café stop, perfect for easy weekend outings and gentle midweek walks.

Looking for a luxury Perth staycation? These five must-do escapes include farm stays, countryside retreats, Fremantle luxury and a world-class Rottnest Island getaway, perfect for an indulgent short break.

Looking for a luxury Perth staycation? These five must-do escapes include farm stays, countryside retreats, Fremantle luxury and a world-class Rottnest Island getaway, perfect for an indulgent short break.

Grape picking in Perth is a fun summer activity for families and food lovers alike. Here’s where to pick your own grapes in the Swan Valley, plus tips for planning your visit.

Grape picking in Perth is a fun summer activity for families and food lovers alike. Here’s where to pick your own grapes in the Swan Valley, plus tips for planning your visit.

Just 90 minutes from Perth, the coastal town of Lancelin on WA’s Turquoise Coast is an ideal destination for a day trip, offering a unique landscape, fun activities and pristine beaches!

Just 90 minutes from Perth, the coastal town of Lancelin on WA’s Turquoise Coast is an ideal destination for a day trip, offering a unique landscape, fun activities and pristine beaches!

Located on Western Australia’s southern coast Bremer Bay is an off the beaten path destination with squeaky white sand beaches, epic wilderness and the best whale watching…

Located on Western Australia’s southern coast Bremer Bay is an off the beaten path destination with squeaky white sand beaches, epic wilderness and the best whale watching…

South Perth is the perfect mix of skyline views, nature, nostalgia, and café culture and it’s all waiting just across the river. Here are 8 of the best things to explore and do in this inner city suburb!

South Perth is the perfect mix of skyline views, nature, nostalgia, and café culture and it’s all waiting just across the river. Here are 8 of the best things to explore and do in this inner city suburb!

Want to know where you can pick strawberries this spring in Perth? We’ve rounded up some of the best strawberry farms offering ripe berries, friendly vibes and big boxes for great prices.

Want to know where you can pick strawberries this spring in Perth? We’ve rounded up some of the best strawberry farms offering ripe berries, friendly vibes and big boxes for great prices.

Less than 15 minutes walk from the Perth CBD lies Heirisson Island – a nature oasis on the Swan River with great walking trails, rich in birdlife and home to a group of wild kangaroo.

Less than 15 minutes walk from the Perth CBD lies Heirisson Island – a nature oasis on the Swan River with great walking trails, rich in birdlife and home to a group of wild kangaroo.

Perth is packed with incredible bush walk trails. From waterfalls and river gorges to bushland family-friendly spots, here are 10 of the best hikes to enjoy a nature walk near the city.

Perth is packed with incredible bush walk trails. From waterfalls and river gorges to bushland family-friendly spots, here are 10 of the best hikes to enjoy a nature walk near the city.

Perth is home to incredible pizza, from family-run trattorias to award-winning pizzerias. Here are 12 of the best spots for authentic Italian flavours, wood-fired bases and gourmet toppings.

Perth is home to incredible pizza, from family-run trattorias to award-winning pizzerias. Here are 12 of the best spots for authentic Italian flavours, wood-fired bases and gourmet toppings.

Want to know where the best spots are for flowering Jacaranda in Perth for 2025? Here are our tips for the streets and suburbs awash with purple blooms and perfect for a weekend wander!

Want to know where the best spots are for flowering Jacaranda in Perth for 2025? Here are our tips for the streets and suburbs awash with purple blooms and perfect for a weekend wander!

Explore Perth’s stunning waterfalls, from dramatic cascades to peaceful bushland streams. Perfect for hiking and picnics, these seasonal gems offer a nature escape just minutes from the city.

Explore Perth’s stunning waterfalls, from dramatic cascades to peaceful bushland streams. Perfect for hiking and picnics, these seasonal gems offer a nature escape just minutes from the city.

Ready to get crafty? Whether you’re flying solo, catching up with friends, or planning a special event, these fabulous Perth workshops offer a beautiful way to slow down, connect and create.

Ready to get crafty? Whether you’re flying solo, catching up with friends, or planning a special event, these fabulous Perth workshops offer a beautiful way to slow down, connect and create.

Discover towering forests, waterfalls, wineries and cosy stays in Pemberton – a charming Southern Forests town perfect for nature lovers, foodies and weekend adventurers.

Discover towering forests, waterfalls, wineries and cosy stays in Pemberton – a charming Southern Forests town perfect for nature lovers, foodies and weekend adventurers.

This unique, family-friendly art trail in Albany has 130+ carved sculptures hidden in the bush. The Chainsaw Sculpture Drive is a quirky must-see spot down south.

This unique, family-friendly art trail in Albany has 130+ carved sculptures hidden in the bush. The Chainsaw Sculpture Drive is a quirky must-see spot down south.

Yahava KoffeeWorks is set to open Australia’s largest walk-in coffee roastery in the Swan Valley by 2028 making it WA’s ultimate destination for coffee lovers.

Yahava KoffeeWorks is set to open Australia’s largest walk-in coffee roastery in the Swan Valley by 2028 making it WA’s ultimate destination for coffee lovers.

Hit the road and explore Western Australia’s Public Silo Trail a vibrant journey of regional towns where giant silos have been transformed into world-class murals.

Hit the road and explore Western Australia’s Public Silo Trail a vibrant journey of regional towns where giant silos have been transformed into world-class murals.

Just 2hrs from Perth, Lake Thetis is home to rare living fossils called stromatolites. Take a surreal, science-meets-nature road trip to Cervantes you’ll never forget!

Just 2hrs from Perth, Lake Thetis is home to rare living fossils called stromatolites. Take a surreal, science-meets-nature road trip to Cervantes you’ll never forget!

Just 50mins from Perth, Lake Leschenaultia is perfect for hiking, mountain biking, lakeside picnics, swimming and nature fun all year round.

Just 50mins from Perth, Lake Leschenaultia is perfect for hiking, mountain biking, lakeside picnics, swimming and nature fun all year round.

Escape to the country this weekend with a luxury farm stay around 2 hrs from Perth in regional Western Australia. Here are a few of our favourites…

Escape to the country this weekend with a luxury farm stay around 2 hrs from Perth in regional Western Australia. Here are a few of our favourites…

With streams, waterfalls and hiking trails, Bells Rapids is a great spot for a day trip or picnic. Spend some time in nature just 40 minutes from the Perth CBD.

With streams, waterfalls and hiking trails, Bells Rapids is a great spot for a day trip or picnic. Spend some time in nature just 40 minutes from the Perth CBD.

From stunning golden hues to amazing activities and events, autumn is a fantastic time to get out and about. Check out these things to do in Perth this Autumn…

From stunning golden hues to amazing activities and events, autumn is a fantastic time to get out and about. Check out these things to do in Perth this Autumn…

Are you keen to explore and need some new ideas for day trips from Perth? Here are our favourite locations all within one hour of the city of Perth!

Are you keen to explore and need some new ideas for day trips from Perth? Here are our favourite locations all within one hour of the city of Perth!

Embrace the 2026 spring season with picnics, hikes, outdoor movies and festivals. As the weather warms, here our favourite ways to enjoy spring in Perth.

Embrace the 2026 spring season with picnics, hikes, outdoor movies and festivals. As the weather warms, here our favourite ways to enjoy spring in Perth.

Expect new rides, dazzling arena shows, farmyard animals, delicious food, family fun and after dark entertainment at the Perth Royal Show in 2025. Read all the details here!

Expect new rides, dazzling arena shows, farmyard animals, delicious food, family fun and after dark entertainment at the Perth Royal Show in 2025. Read all the details here!

Western Australia is home to some of the best wildflowers on earth. The season begins in June in the north. Here are the best spots to visit this year…

Western Australia is home to some of the best wildflowers on earth. The season begins in June in the north. Here are the best spots to visit this year…

Less than 2 hours south of Perth, green hills, crooked creeks, fantastic restaurants, iconic wineries and charming cabins await you in the Ferguson Valley.

Less than 2 hours south of Perth, green hills, crooked creeks, fantastic restaurants, iconic wineries and charming cabins await you in the Ferguson Valley.

From forests to beaches and pretty country towns, here are our 5 favourite WA spots for an overnight getaway from Perth less than 2 hours drive!

From forests to beaches and pretty country towns, here are our 5 favourite WA spots for an overnight getaway from Perth less than 2 hours drive!

Looking for the best pancakes in Perth? Here are our favourite cafes serving up delicious pancake stacks that will surely satisfy your sweet cravings!

Looking for the best pancakes in Perth? Here are our favourite cafes serving up delicious pancake stacks that will surely satisfy your sweet cravings!

Home to spectacular bays and squeaky white sand, Bremer Bay is a haven for beach lovers. Here are some of the best Bremer Bay beaches to check out…

Home to spectacular bays and squeaky white sand, Bremer Bay is a haven for beach lovers. Here are some of the best Bremer Bay beaches to check out…

Looking for the biggest and best burgers in Perth for a carb load, here are a few of our favourite options that will have you grabbing for your napkin!

Looking for the biggest and best burgers in Perth for a carb load, here are a few of our favourite options that will have you grabbing for your napkin!

Escape to the country charm of the Avon Valley. Our guide covers the best things to see and do in each of the character towns of this Western Australian region.

Escape to the country charm of the Avon Valley. Our guide covers the best things to see and do in each of the character towns of this Western Australian region.

With volcanic cliffs, dense forests, epic beaches and historic country towns, WA’s Southern Forests and Valleys region is a great base for a getaway from Perth.

With volcanic cliffs, dense forests, epic beaches and historic country towns, WA’s Southern Forests and Valleys region is a great base for a getaway from Perth.

Wellington National Park boasts a beautiful valley gorge, raging rivers, rocky outcrops and native forests just two hours away from Perth!

Wellington National Park boasts a beautiful valley gorge, raging rivers, rocky outcrops and native forests just two hours away from Perth!

Looking for a colourful photo backdrop in Perth? Here are our 6 favourite Insta-worthy murals for the best photo shoot locations.

Looking for a colourful photo backdrop in Perth? Here are our 6 favourite Insta-worthy murals for the best photo shoot locations.

The Omeo Shipwreck at Coogee Beach is located just 25m offshore. Here’s why we reckon this is one of the best spots to snorkel in Perth…

The Omeo Shipwreck at Coogee Beach is located just 25m offshore. Here’s why we reckon this is one of the best spots to snorkel in Perth…

Brunch like a pro with our curated list of the very best French toast in Perth! Here are our favourite cafes to satisfy those sweet breakfast cravings…

Brunch like a pro with our curated list of the very best French toast in Perth! Here are our favourite cafes to satisfy those sweet breakfast cravings…

Albany is a mecca for beach lovers offering some of the best beaches in all of Western Australia. Here are the 7 most stunning beaches that will blow you away!

Albany is a mecca for beach lovers offering some of the best beaches in all of Western Australia. Here are the 7 most stunning beaches that will blow you away!

Near the town of Collie in Western Australia are two blue lakes with the most azure water you’ve ever seen! Read our guide for visiting Stockton Lake or Black Diamond Lake.

Near the town of Collie in Western Australia are two blue lakes with the most azure water you’ve ever seen! Read our guide for visiting Stockton Lake or Black Diamond Lake.

Want to see the largest dam mural in the world? Read our ultimate guide with insider tips for planning your visit to Western Australia’s Wellington Dam.

Want to see the largest dam mural in the world? Read our ultimate guide with insider tips for planning your visit to Western Australia’s Wellington Dam.

Looking for a Swan Valley Brewery? Baileys Brewing is one of the best brewing craft beer, dishing up epic feeds and family-friendly!

Looking for a Swan Valley Brewery? Baileys Brewing is one of the best brewing craft beer, dishing up epic feeds and family-friendly!

Set in a beautiful working orchard in the Perth Hills, La Fattoria features rustic Italian dishes with locally sourced seasonal produce. Read our review.

Set in a beautiful working orchard in the Perth Hills, La Fattoria features rustic Italian dishes with locally sourced seasonal produce. Read our review.

Want to know where to find the best cannoli in Perth? Here are our top 5 places serving up the most delicious Italian sweet treats in Perth.

Want to know where to find the best cannoli in Perth? Here are our top 5 places serving up the most delicious Italian sweet treats in Perth.

The town of Kalbarri in Western Australia is surrounded by dramatic inland gorges and coastal cliffs. Here are the best things to see and do…

The town of Kalbarri in Western Australia is surrounded by dramatic inland gorges and coastal cliffs. Here are the best things to see and do…

Karijini is raw and remote, famous for wild gorges, sheer rock faces, natural swimming holes, epic hikes, and lookouts. Read our guide for all the best tips!

Karijini is raw and remote, famous for wild gorges, sheer rock faces, natural swimming holes, epic hikes, and lookouts. Read our guide for all the best tips!

Just 25 minutes from Perth, Sandalford Winery is the oldest winery in the Swan Valley and offers impressive grounds, fine dining and a stunning cellar door.

Just 25 minutes from Perth, Sandalford Winery is the oldest winery in the Swan Valley and offers impressive grounds, fine dining and a stunning cellar door.

For a bit of whimsy and childhood magic Gnomesville in the Ferguson Valley, just 2hrs from Perth, is a fun place to visit. Read our guide and tips…

For a bit of whimsy and childhood magic Gnomesville in the Ferguson Valley, just 2hrs from Perth, is a fun place to visit. Read our guide and tips…

Kings Park in Perth, Western Australia is one of the world’s largest inner-city parks and offers spectacular views over the city. Read our guide for local tips!

Kings Park in Perth, Western Australia is one of the world’s largest inner-city parks and offers spectacular views over the city. Read our guide for local tips!

One of Perth’s most popular restaurants, Coogee Common has a commitment to local, clean, ethical food production. Read our review!

One of Perth’s most popular restaurants, Coogee Common has a commitment to local, clean, ethical food production. Read our review!

A favourite day trip destination, John Forrest National Park in the Perth Hills is a beautiful spot for picnics, hiking, waterfall chasing and kangaroo.

A favourite day trip destination, John Forrest National Park in the Perth Hills is a beautiful spot for picnics, hiking, waterfall chasing and kangaroo.

Just a short drive from Perth, Rockingham has stunning beaches, marine life encounters and heaps to do. Here are our top 10 experiences…

Just a short drive from Perth, Rockingham has stunning beaches, marine life encounters and heaps to do. Here are our top 10 experiences…

Looking for a Perth restaurant for brunch or a sunset dinner? Bib and Tucker offers breathtaking views across Leighton Beach. Read our review.

Looking for a Perth restaurant for brunch or a sunset dinner? Bib and Tucker offers breathtaking views across Leighton Beach. Read our review.