Top Perth Culture

From natural landmarks to Aboriginal culture, this day trip from Perth through Western Australia’s wheat belt area introduces you the regional history and geological beauty that lie outside the city. Visit York, the oldest township in Avon Valley; Wave Rock and Hippo’s Yawn, unusual rock formations; Mulka's Cave, an ancient site sacred to Aboriginals; and make a stop for tea in a quaint country town. During the spring months, make plenty of stops to view wildflowers when they’re spotted during the tour.

Whether you’ve just arrived in Perth and want to explore or you’ve already seen all the major sights and want to dig deeper, this easy-going walking tour is a great way to see the city and discover what’s on offer: food, art, nightlife and much more that you won’t find in any guidebook. Walk the streets and laneways in a small group so you’re not fighting to see your guide or stay on the footpath.

Visit the Bell Tower, one of the largest musical instruments in the world, located in the heart of Perth in vibrant Barrack Square. Also known as the Swan Bells, the bell tower contains twelve bells made in the 14th century for St Martin-in-the-Fields church in London's Trafalgar Square. Learn how the bells came to Australia, discover the art of bell ringing, and soak in panoramic views of the city, Swan River and Elizabeth Quay from the open-air Observation Deck.

Take a tour of the Bell Tower in Perth near Elizabeth Quay and learn about the ancient bells—including the huge ANZAC bell. Running daily, this tour is perfectly timed to take in the midday ringing of the ANZAC bell. You’ll also have the chance to go behind-the-scenes into the ringing chamber and hear a popular WWI song played on the Carillon while enjoying views over the Swan River from the sixth-floor observation deck.

See Rottnest Island from the water on this day trip that includes a high-speed adventure wildlife boat ride. Travel to the island, a favorite local getaway due to its secluded beaches and relaxing environment, by high-speed ferry from Perth or Fremantle. Then embark on a adventure thrill ride to look for seals, dolphins, sea birds and other marine life. Afterward, you have free time on the island to explore independently; perhaps rent a bike or go swimming off one of the white-sand beaches. When booking, you may upgrade to include lunch, if you wish.

Visit Perth’s favorite local getaway destination on a day trip to Rottnest Island, located just offshore in the Indian Ocean. Travel to Rottnest by high-speed ferry from either Perth or Fremantle (your choice), and then embark on a sightseeing tour of the island by coach. While you listen to narration from an informative guide, check out landmarks like the West End and Wadjemup Lighthouse. Then enjoy free time in the afternoon to explore the car-free island at your leisure. You may upgrade when booking to include lunch.

Take a day trip to Rottnest Island, a popular Perth getaway due to its white-sand beaches, secluded bays, scenic bike paths and vehicle-free atmosphere. Travel to the island, just off the coast, by high-speed ferry, and then explore at your leisure with included bike rental. Some options are snorkeling or following the trails to West End, Wadjemup or Bathurst Longhouses, the pink salt lakes or include lunch at Karma Rottnest. When booking, select the option that corresponds to your departure location—either Perth or Fremantle.

Indulge in some of the best wines and foods produced in the Swan Valley on a day trip from Perth. Head into this lush wine region just north of the city, and hop from winery to winery to taste some acclaimed varietals. Visit local wineries for tastings, break for a gourmet winery lunch, and enjoy chocolate, liqueur, cheese, and beer tastings on top. Air-conditioned transport and specified tastings included.

See some of Perth’s top sights from the water on a leisurely Swan River cruise. As you depart the city center, admire Perth riverfront attractions like the Bell Tower and Kings Park, and glide past pretty suburbs to reach Fremantle, located where the river meets the Indian Ocean. Choose a departure time when booking.

Get to know Perth at your own pace on a hop-on hop-off tour that you can customize to suit your interests and time constraints. Cruise around the city by double-decker bus to see sights like the Bell Tower, Kings Park, the Swan River waterfront and the Art Gallery of Western Australia. When booking, you may upgrade, if you wish, to enhance your sightseeing experience with additional activities like a round-trip river cruise to Fremantle, a tram tour, admission to the Fremantle Prison and lunch at the Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour.

Explore southwestern highlights on this diverse full-day tour to the Margaret River winemaking region from Perth. Along the way, visit the record-setting Busselton Jetty and Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, where the Indian and Southern Oceans meet. Enjoy a brewery lunch and samples at a boutique brewery, and learn about the area’s ancient geologic history as you wander through the magnificent formations of Mammoth Cave.

A piece of paradise in the Indian Ocean just off the coast of Perth, Rottnest Island is a favorite day trip getaway due to its white-sand beaches, isolated turquoise bays, biking paths and vehicle-free environment. Travel to the island on the high-speed ferry from either Perth or Fremantle—make your choice when booking. Then spend your time on the island however you please before returning the same day by ferry. Popular activities include snorkeling, biking and looking for quokkas, the resident wildlife.

Discover the coastal charm of Perth and Fremantle on this diverse half-day sightseeing tour. Take in views of the cityscape from treetop walkways at Kings Park Botanic Gardens, and then get a closer look at cultural landmarks on a narrated coach tour. Head to the coast to admire the famous sandy stretches of Cottesloe Beach and soak up the seaport ambiance of historic Freemantle. Upgrade to include a return cruise to Perth along the scenic Swan River.

Get up close and personal with wild dolphins off the coast of Australia on this exciting tour from Perth. Cruise around small islands and into sheltered bays from Rockingham to interact with dolphins in their natural habitat. Snorkeling equipment is provided, and enjoy the experience with a knowledgeable crew that has befriended more than 200 local dolphins over many years. Their familiarity provides you with a very memorable day on the Indian Ocean.

Discover the gourmet delights of the Swan Valley region on a half- or full-day tour from Perth. Explore the culinary highlights of this Western Australian wine region, from cheese and chocolate to craft beer and, of course, wine. Learn about winemaking in the area, and enjoy a delicious lunch if you select the full-day tour. Between stops, stay cool on an air-conditioned coach.

Visit Rottnest Island's top destinations on an all-inclusive tour from Perth. After hotel pickup, transfer to the Rottnest ferry, then hop on the bus for a 3.5-hour island tour. See the Wadjemup Lighthouse, Henrietta Rocks, Oliver Hill Guns and Tunnel, Cathedral Rocks, and Cape Vlamingh, and top it off with a historic train ride. Hear live commentary about the island's cultural heritage, and maritime and military history, and have free time to explore. Includes box lunch, morning tea, round-trip ferry, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Enjoy a scenic getaway to Rottnest Island, one of Perth’s most popular holiday resorts, with round-trip ferry tickets and a guided bus tour of the island. Catch a high-speed ferry from Hillarys Boat Harbour and enjoy dazzling views of Perth on a thrilling 40-minute cruise across the Indian Ocean. Then, explore the car-free island with the help of your guide, and take in the island’s best bits on a 90-minute bus tour. When it’s time to leave, simply head back to the jetty to catch your return ferry.

Enjoy a full-day exploring all the sights of Rottnest Island with this full-day sightseeing package from Perth. A great way to maximize your time on the island, your day will start with a scenic boat trip from Perth down the Swan to Fremantle and over to Rottnest. You’ll then jump onboard a sightseeing bus trip, take a train ride out to a WWII heritage site, and enjoy some free time hanging out with the quokkas before the ferry back.

If you are planning a romantic day in Perth, look no farther than the Bell Tower, located on the banks of the Swan River in Barrack Square. This Romance Package includes two tickets to the Bell Tower Experience tour and a personalized engraved love lock, which you can lock next to others on a chain at the Bell Tower or take home as a souvenir.

Let someone else take care of nearly everything on this 3-day tour of the Margaret River region from Perth. Relax while you travel on a comfortable bus and visit wineries, art galleries, produce markets, caves, lighthouses, and more—with 4-star accommodations for two nights and your breakfasts and lunches provided. Highlights include stopping at the Boranup Karri Forest and Thompson Estate, a “5-star” winery producing some of Australia’s iconic chardonnays and cabernets.

Explore Margaret River and Geographe Bay on a full-day tour from Perth. Visit renowned surfing beaches around Margaret River and take a walk on the 1.25-mile (2-km) long Busselton Jetty at Geographe Bay. Stop at wineries and delicious eateries in the Margaret River wine region, then go sightseeing at Cape Naturalist Lighthouse and take a tour of Ngilgi Cave (Yallingup Cave). Travel by air-conditioned mini-coach with morning tea, lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off in Perth or Fremantle included.

Step into The Nostalgia Box to see the history of home video game consoles and play some classic games. The collection includes the first video console made for home use, the Magnavox Odyssey from 1972, and subsequent early consoles from Atari and Nintendo, in addition to newer models such as the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. You can play retro games including Super Mario Brothers, Space Invaders, Donkey Kong and Crash Bandicoot. Fun for all ages, whether you are reliving your youth or introducing the kids to the games.

Explore all the highlights of Rottnest Island on this full-day adventure, which includes hotel transfers, return ferry tickets from Perth and a Bayseeker Bus tour. One of the few vehicles allowed on the island, this guided bus tour is the best way to see all the island’s sights, including Wadjemup Lighthouse, the seal colony at Cathedral Rocks, a shipwreck, the old WWII barracks, and even migrating humpback whales (in season).