South Perth Travel Guide

Perth

Old Mill featuring a windmill and a monument
Old Mill featuring a windmill and a monument
South Perth which includes a bay or harbor, a sunset and a city
Perth Zoo which includes land animals and zoo animals
South Perth featuring a sunset, a city and a bay or harbor

Popular places to visit

Perth Zoo which includes land animals and zoo animals

Perth Zoo

4.5/5(12 reviews)

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
Swan River foreshore in South Perth

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 which includes a sandy beach and general coastal views

Scarborough Beach

4.5/5(35 reviews)

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 which includes a sunset, outdoor art and general coastal views

Elizabeth Quay

4.5/5(101 reviews)

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

4.5/5(30 reviews)

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

Perth Swan River Scenic Cruise

Swan River Scenic Cruise

฿1,369
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Swan River Scenic Cruise
A view of the perth city skyline from a river at sunset

Swan River Dinner Cruise

฿3,371
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Swan River Dinner Cruise
SeaLink Rottnest Island - Same Day Return Ferry

Rottnest Island Same Day Return Ferry from Fremantle

฿1,822
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Rottnest Island Same Day Return Ferry from Fremantle
Perth: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

Perth: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

฿1,159
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Perth: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
Rottnest Island Day Trip by Bike from Perth & Fremantle

Rottnest Island Day Trip by Bike from Perth & Fremantle

฿2,591
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Rottnest Island Day Trip by Bike from Perth & Fremantle
Gorgeous sunset view on the One-Way Fremantle to Perth Cruise

One-Way Cruise from Fremantle to Perth

฿1,032
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
One-Way Cruise from Fremantle to 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
The price is ฿3,030 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
฿3,030
฿3,333 total
23 Jan - 24 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Perth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Room was sufficient for our needs - great views - staff friendly and helpful - bar options and restaurant food good - overall stay was extremely comfortable and would recommend

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Metro Hotel Perth
The Peninsula Riverside Serviced Apartments

The Peninsula Riverside Serviced Apartments

4 out of 5
53 South Perth Esplanade South Perth WA
The price is ฿4,502 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
฿4,502
฿4,953 total
5 Feb - 6 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Perth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,084 reviews)
Perfect location

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

The Peninsula Riverside Serviced Apartments
Four Points by Sheraton Perth

Four Points by Sheraton Perth

4.5 out of 5
707 Wellington Street Perth WA
The price is ฿3,794 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
฿3,794
฿4,174 total
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Perth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
The beds were very soft and road noise extremely loud. I knew the hotel would be busy and extra noise throughout movement in night. Close to Arena and staff were friendly and helpful.

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Four Points by Sheraton Perth
Novotel Perth Langley

Novotel Perth Langley

4.5 out of 5
221 Adelaide Terrace Perth WA
The price is ฿3,417 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
฿3,417
฿3,759 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
The buffet breakfast was ordinary

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Novotel Perth Langley
Rydges Perth Kings Square

Rydges Perth Kings Square

4.5 out of 5
621 Wellington Street Perth WA
The price is ฿3,340 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
฿3,340
฿3,675 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Perth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Clean rooms and very friendly staff

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Rydges Perth Kings Square
Aloft Perth

Aloft Perth

4 out of 5
27 Rowe Avenue Rivervale WA
The price is ฿4,727 per night from 6 Feb to 7 Feb
฿4,727
฿5,200 total
6 Feb - 7 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Perth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Staff friendly and accommodating breakfast was great value. Room was spacious and clean.

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Aloft Perth
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Other neighbourhoods around South Perth

Perth Central Business District featuring a city, night scenes and a bay or harbor

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 Hay Street Mall.

Perth Central Business District
Queens Gardens featuring a pond and a park

East Perth

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

East Perth
Elizabeth Quay, Perth, Australia is a beautiful spot for a walk, lunch or just coffee. Overlooks the water with the beautiful Perth city skyline behind you

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
Burswood which includes a bridge, a river or creek and kayaking or canoeing

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
Gods Chair by Ayad Alqaragholli This is Gods seat with an Angel on each shoulder deciding who will get into paradise.

Subiaco

Subiaco is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Barking Gecko Theatre Company and Western Australian Medical Museum.

Subiaco
Cottesloe Beach showing general coastal views, a coastal town and a beach

Cottesloe

Travellers come to Cottesloe for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Cottesloe Beach and Leighton Beach while you're in town.

Cottesloe

South Perth Travel Guide