Darling Downs Travel Guide
Perth
Visit Darling Downs
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.
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.
Adventure World
Bring the children to Adventure World and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Perth. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Optus Stadium
Catch an event at Optus Stadium during your trip to Perth. Visit the shops and lively bars 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.
Things to do
Rottnest Island Same Day Return Ferry from Fremantle
Perth: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
Rottnest Island Day Trip by Bike from Perth & Fremantle
Rottnest Island Roundtrip Fast Ferry from Hillarys Boat Harbour
One-Way Cruise from Fremantle to Perth
Top hotels in Darling Downs
Pan Pacific Perth
The hotel staff were great. The room was comfortable and the position was convenient to most things.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Novotel Perth Langley
Great
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Perth Waterfront
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Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
The Westin Perth
Lovely clean rooms good bed
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Oaks Perth Hotel
Central location and decent facilities
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Tribe Perth Kings Park
Although the staff was kind and courteous and helpful, the guest rooms in this hotel were painfully small, including tiny bathrooms, which made it hard for senior citizens to move around comfortably. Also our room clearly had not been painted recently, so this and other areas were in need of a new ...
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Darling Downs
South Fremantle
Waterfront views, beaches and restaurants highlight some of the notable features of South Fremantle. Make a stop by South Beach while you're exploring.
South Perth
South Perth is popular for its stunning river views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Perth Zoo or South Perth Observation Deck.
Rockingham
Unique features of Rockingham include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by Palm Beach or Rockingham Beach while you're exploring the area.
Burswood
Burswood is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Crown Perth or Crown Theatre Perth.
Fremantle
Fremantle is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Esplanade Hotel and Round House while in the area.
Belmont
Belmont is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Signal Hill Bushland, a top place to visit in the area.
