Top 5 Free Things To Do in Perth
Day Note:
Much of the best of Perth is outdoors - and the outdoors is free! There's no need to blow your budget to have a good time in Perth. Choose from botanic gardens, beaches, national parks and harbours for your stroll, or take it inside to the Art Gallery.
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Kings Park & Botanic Gardens
Contact:
- +61 8 9480 3600
- visit website
Location:
- Fraser Avenue
- Perth,WA6005
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Description:
Kings Park, Perth's answer to Central Park, is a short walk uphill from the city centre and has 400 hectares of parks and bush to enjoy. Views over the city of Perth and the Swan River abound from the front of the park, where you can walk the Federation Walkway and explore the Botanic Gardens with thousands of examples of native wildflowers, trees and birdlife. Stop for a meal at Fraser's Restaurant or grab a snack at the cafe; watch the kids play at the Synergy Parkland or if you're feeling fit, climb the DNA Tower.
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Cottesloe Beach
Contact:
- +61 8 9285 5000
- visit website
Location:
- 109 Broome Street
- Cottesloe
- Cottesloe,WA6011
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Description:
One of the most popular beaches in Perth, Cottesloe is easily accessible by train and sports a great array of cafes, restaurants and pubs along Marine Parade, the main street nearby. Take a dip with the local early morning swimmers, have a picnic lunch on the sand or on the grass under the pine trees, and watch the sunset over the Indian Ocean in the evening. Regular patrols from the local Surf Lifesaving Club help make "Cott" a safe and fun place to swim.
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John Forrest National Park
Contact:
- +61 8 9298 8344
- visit website
Location:
- 28 km east of Perth
- Greenmount
- Mundaring,WA6056
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Description:
Visiting a forest while in Western Australian should be on the top of your list. John Forrest National Park is one of the oldest and most-loved picnic areas located in the Darling Ranges. The main tree species found in the area are Jarrah, Marri and Wandoo, home to an abundance of bird life. Take time to enjoy the extensive walking trails and visit the lookout for the fantastic views. Other features are the 100 year-old railway tunnel, the two waterfalls and rock pool. The park has a tavern and several picnic areas with barbecues.
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Art Gallery of Western Australia
Contact:
- +61 8 9492 6600
- visit website
Location:
- James Street Mall
- Perth Cultural Centre
- Perth,WA6000
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Description:
The Western Australian Art Gallery in Northbridge is visible from the central train station, so look up and see what current exhibitions are being advertised. Permanent exhibitions including an excellent collection of Aboriginal art are always free for all visitors, and guided tours are also available. You can relax in the art gallery's cafe afterwards or wander through the gift shop for some art-related souvenirs.
