Mount Helena Travel Guide
Perth
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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.
Optus Stadium
Catch an event at Optus Stadium during your trip to Perth. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
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.
Fremantle Prison
Explore the cells and underground tunnels of a prison that housed transported British convicts and notorious Australian prisoners for over 130 years.
Things to do
Perth: Scitech Discovery Centre All Day Entry Ticket
Margaret River and Busselton Jetty: Day Trip from Perth
Rottnest Island Same Day Return Ferry from Perth
Perth City Lights Instagram Tour with Dessert
Top hotels in Mount Helena
East Perth Suites Hotel
"Good location midway between the airport and the city short walk to the train station and 5 minute ride to Perth Central. Some eateries near by as long as you aren’t too fussy."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Flag Motor Lodge
"This was perfect for us slightly out dated and req a few repairs here and there but over all was perfect for what we need which was just overnight stay until our flight was ready"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Sanno Marracoonda Perth Airport Hotel
"Breakfast staff were few. One staff member taking orders for breakfast, operating till/payment machine, serving breakfast, clearing tables and making hot drinks - could have with another staff member"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Airport Apartments by Vetroblu
"Apartment was clean and tidy, the patio area waa full of cigarette butts, obviously housekeeping overlooked that area. Parking was very dissmal, no allocated parking outside my apartment, was reserved for long term parking where they charged a fee each day. Had to park on the other side of the complex ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Aloft by Marriott Perth
"Very friendly check in staff, breakfast buffet best I have had, clean, fresh and fantastic selection for breakfast, friendly cleaners."
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Country Comfort Perth
"So convenient"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mount Helena
Stoneville
While Stoneville may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mundaring Arts Centre and Eagle's View Walk Trail Trailhead.
Mundaring
You'll enjoy the live music and parks in Mundaring. You might want to make time for a stop at Mundaring Arts Centre or Golden Pipeline Heritage Trail.
Parkerville
Though Parkerville may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like John Forrest National Park and Red Hill Auditorium.
Mahogany Creek
Travellers like the restaurants in Mahogany Creek, and Strettle Road Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Paulls Valley
If you're spending some time in Paulls Valley, Kalamunda National Park and Bibbulmun Track Trailhead are top sights worth seeing.
Hacketts Gully
While visiting Hacketts Gully, you might make a stop by sights like Kalamunda National Park and Kattamordo Heritage Trail Trailhead.
