Clarkson Travel Guide
Perth
Popular places to visit
Scarborough Beach
Pedestrian promenades with ocean views, fun playgrounds, shops and cafés, and of course the beach itself, make this one very popular surf beach indeed.
Elizabeth Quay
An exciting new addition to the Perth riverfront, this precinct has everyone talking. There is already heaps to see and do and it’s not even finished yet.
Optus Stadium
Catch an event at Optus Stadium during your trip to Perth. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Kings Park and Botanic Garden
Wander through native scrubland, learn about plant species, have a barbecue or find a spot on the grass to enjoy the view of the Perth skyline.
Hillarys Boat Harbour
Stroll along the boardwalk and take in the view, play mini golf or sit down for a gourmet meal at one of Perth’s most lively marinas.
Cottesloe Beach
Ride the waves, swim in the clear water or have a picnic on the terraced lawns overlooking the ocean at one of Perth’s best family beaches.
Things to do
Margaret River and Busselton Jetty: Day Trip from Perth
Rottnest Island Same Day Return Ferry from Perth
Perth City Lights Instagram Tour with Dessert
Rottnest Island Same Day Return Ferry from Fremantle
Top hotels in Clarkson
Four Points by Sheraton Perth
Room pretty decent,, staff helpful, breakfast awesome, bar looks nice
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Rydges Perth Kings Square
The rooms were clean, the staff were decent. One of the elevators was out of order and the other was extremely slow with a lot of traffic.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Great Southern Hotel Perth
Breakfast was included, tasty and good value. Room was large and clean but rather sparse, plenty of room for sofa or armchairs but none available also no hand towels, out of stock apparently
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Novotel Perth Murray Street
Good location
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Tribe Perth Kings Park
Great place to stay!
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Rendezvous Hotel Perth Scarborough
The room was big and very nice, and the view was stunning!
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Clarkson
Joondalup
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Joondalup. You might want to make time for a stop at Lakeside Joondalup or Arena Joondalup.
Hillarys
Waterfront views, beaches and shopping highlight some of the noteworthy features of Hillarys. Make a stop by Westfield Whitford City or Hillarys Boat Harbour Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Scarborough
Scarborough is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Scarborough Beach and Stirling Leisure Centre.
Subiaco
Subiaco is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Subiaco Arts Centre and Barking Gecko Theatre Company.
Northbridge
Unique features of Northbridge include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Chinatown or Russell Square while you're exploring the area.
Perth City Centre
While visiting Perth City Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Western Australian Museum and Art Gallery of Western Australia.
