South Perth Travel Guide

Perth

Old Mill featuring a windmill and a monument
South Perth
Perth Zoo which includes land animals and zoo animals
South Perth
Old Mill which includes heritage architecture and a windmill

Popular places to visit

Perth Zoo which includes land animals and zoo animals

Perth Zoo

Feed the graceful giraffes, observe playful penguins, and admire the dangerous creepy crawlies and cute pouched animals that Australia is so famous for.

Perth Zoo
Old Mill which includes heritage architecture and a windmill

The Old Mill

Enjoy the history of this site in the center of Perth, which provides a cozy and nostalgic reminder of Australia’s farming past.

The Old Mill
Sir James Mitchell Park

Sir James Mitchell Park

After visiting Sir James Mitchell Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Perth. Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.

Sir James Mitchell Park
Scarborough Beach

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.

Scarborough Beach
Elizabeth Quay

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.

Elizabeth Quay
Hillarys Boat Harbour which includes skyline, a sunset and a bay or harbour

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.

Hillarys Boat Harbour

Things to do

From Perth: Rottnest Island Ferry & Admission

From Perth: Rottnest Island Ferry & Admission

฿2,673
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Perth: Rottnest Island Ferry & Admission
SeaLink Rottnest Island - Same Day Return Ferry

Rottnest Island Same Day Return Ferry from Fremantle

฿1,820
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Rottnest Island Same Day Return Ferry from Fremantle
Pinnacles Desert, Koalas and Sandboarding 4WD Day Tour from Perth

Pinnacles Desert, Koalas and Sandboarding 4WD Day Tour from Perth

฿5,262
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Pinnacles Desert, Koalas and Sandboarding 4WD Day Tour from Perth
Rottnest Island Bayseeker Package from Perth

Rottnest Island Bayseeker Package from Perth

฿3,809
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rottnest Island Bayseeker Package from Perth
Rottnest Island Day Trip by Bike from Perth & Fremantle

Rottnest Island Day Trip by Bike from Perth & Fremantle

฿2,589
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Rottnest Island Day Trip by Bike from Perth & Fremantle
Wave Rock

Wave Rock, York, Wildflowers, and Aboriginal Cultural Day Tour from Perth

฿5,262
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wave Rock, York, Wildflowers, and Aboriginal Cultural Day Tour from Perth
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Top hotels in South Perth

Metro Hotel Perth

Metro Hotel Perth

4 out of 5
61 Canning Highway, South Perth, WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,027 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿3,027
฿3,330 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Perth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
City views
"Have stayed a number of times. Will return"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Metro Hotel Perth
The Peninsula Riverside Serviced Apartments

The Peninsula Riverside Serviced Apartments

4 out of 5
53 South Perth Esplanade, South Perth, WA
Fully refundable
The price is ฿4,709 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿4,709
฿5,180 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Perth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,028 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay - easy to get to city on a ferry, shopping facilities are in walkable distance. Kitchenette facilities enough for use. Parking is limited although there is street parking."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025

The Peninsula Riverside Serviced Apartments
Quest South Perth Foreshore

Quest South Perth Foreshore

4 out of 5
22 Harper Terrace, South Perth, WA
The price is ฿6,520 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿6,520
฿6,520 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf aparthotel in Perth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (206 reviews)
"We had to be evacuated at 2.30am due to the fire alarm going off ( false alarm). Quest does need to do a fire alarm assessment. In our case there was no direction on what to do, where to go, no cross reference to ensure all residents were accounted for, no instructions given!!!!!"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

Quest South Perth Foreshore
Novotel Perth Langley

Novotel Perth Langley

4.5 out of 5
221 Adelaide Terrace, Perth, WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,453 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿3,453
฿3,798 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Perth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Amazing buffet breakfast and service- thank you- will definitely stay again"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Novotel Perth Langley
Duxton Hotel Perth

Duxton Hotel Perth

5 out of 5
1 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA
The price is ฿4,747 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿4,747
฿5,222 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Perth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Staff were helpful and welcoming. The hotel Is nice, busy but still quiet. Very comfortable beds and nice bedrooms. Walking distance to some good dining options. I'll definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Duxton Hotel Perth
Rendezvous Hotel Perth Scarborough

Rendezvous Hotel Perth Scarborough

5 out of 5
148 The Esplanade, Scarborough, WA
The price is ฿3,988 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿3,988
฿4,387 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Perth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, central to everything"

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Rendezvous Hotel Perth Scarborough
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Other neighbourhoods around South Perth

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Perth Central Business District

4.5/5(87 area reviews)

Perth Central Business District is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like St George's Terrace and Central Park Tower.

Perth Central Business District
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East Perth

East Perth is beloved for its stunning river views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like WACA and Perth Mint.

East Perth
Rottnest Island showing waves and skyline

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.

Perth City Centre
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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.

Burswood
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Northbridge

Unique features of Northbridge include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Northbridge Piazza or Russell Square while you're exploring the area.

Northbridge
SCITECH Discovery Centre featuring interior views

West Perth

Unique features of West Perth include the shopping and coffee shops. Make a stop by Watertown Brand Outlet Centre or SCITECH Discovery Centre while you're exploring the area.

West Perth

South Perth Travel Guide