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.
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 Darling Downs
Duxton Hotel Perth
Awesome
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Perth
Room pretty decent,, staff helpful, breakfast awesome, bar looks nice
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Novotel Perth Langley
Everything was good/ great, the swipe cards and the elevators reduced my experience. Swipe cards were unreliable in the elevators, at least one elevator out of service daily, all three broken down for 2 1/2 hours at dinner time, with me stuck on floor 10 making me seriously late to a dinner meeting. ...
Reviewed on 25 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
Crowne Plaza Perth by IHG
Great area and hotel position.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
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
Travellers come to Belmont for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Signal Hill Bushland and Belmont Oasis Leisure Centre while you're in town.
