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Perth, Australia

Beaches, Kings Park and quokkas on Rottnest

Perth

Perth · Sunny isolation on the Indian Ocean

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One of the world's most isolated cities, sun-drenched Perth spreads along the Swan River and the Indian Ocean. It pairs a vast city park, white beaches and nearby wine country with the famously smiling quokkas of Rottnest Island.

Top sightsSights

01

Kings Park

One of the world’s largest inner-city parks, with skyline views.

02

Rottnest Island

Car-free island beaches and selfie-friendly quokkas.

03

Cottesloe Beach

A classic sunset beach on the Indian Ocean.

04

Fremantle

A heritage port town with markets and breweries.

05

Swan Valley

A wine region on the city’s edge.

What to eatFood

Fish and chips

Best eaten on the beach at sunset.

Western rock lobster

A prized local crayfish.

Margaret River wine

Renowned wines from the region south of the city.

Good to know

  • Take the ferry to Rottnest for a day of beaches and quokkas.
  • Sunsets face west over the ocean — perfect at Cottesloe.
  • Perth is a long flight from the east coast; plan time.

Getting there

Perth Airport (PER) links to the center by the Airport Line train.

Next city

Adelaide