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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.

Australia’s fourth city, Perth punches above its weight in nightlife terms. Discover the city’s vibrant night scene on a walking tour with a local guide in a group no larger than 10. Track down spectacular street art, gain an insider insight into the city, enjoy exclusive drinks discounts at four of Perth’s newest and coolest independent venues, and maybe even make new friends.

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.

Turn your visit to the Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse into an immersive journey to the past on a 30-minute tour. Learn about harrowing shipwrecks, life as a lighthouse keeper, and more. Be sure to have your camera ready for the panoramic views of the Margaret River Region at the top of the lighthouse. Offered from 9:30am to 4:30pm, you can enjoy the guided tour whenever it works for your busy schedule.

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 Fremantle, just across the Swan River from Perth, on a walking tour with a guide who introduces you to the port city's attractions while telling you about its trading history. You'll walk the streets to see popular cafes, restaurants, and art, taking in the bustling atmosphere. You'll walk at a relaxed pace, stopping for photo ops and to listen to the guide's stories and tips about Freo, as it's known. Walking distance is about 2.5 miles (4 km).

Plan your trip ahead of time with an admission ticket to the National Anzac Centre. Learn about Albany's involvement in World War I through historical artifacts, interactive technology, and multimedia. Each visitor can assume the identity of a service man or woman and trace their journey through the Great War in an immersive learning experience. Entry ticket is valid any time during opening hours; access to all buildings within the Princess Royal fortress included.

Explore Perth’s thriving art and cultural scene on this walking tour that showcases murals and sculptures from Indigenous, local, and international artists. This laid-back tour loops around the city, transforming Perth’s streets and laneways into a huge outdoor art gallery. You'll uncover the secrets of the artists and the artwork, while also discovering a side of the city many travelers don't get to see.

Start the day the right way with a look at Perth’s cultural side. Whether you have just touched down in our beautiful city, or are Perth born and bred; we promise to surprise you with this information filled, culture, art, architecture and history tour around our historic heart.

Unleash your family's curiosity at Scitech, Perth's only hands-on science museum with the largest planetarium in Australia, offering an affordable and educational adventure - rain or shine.

Visit Leeuwin Estate for a tour and tasting that provides a relaxed introduction to the estate's wines. Your tour includes morning tea, a wine tasting with paired foods, and a look into the winemaking process. You'll also hear about the family-owned winery's long association with the arts, and special events including cooking classes, wine dinners, and a summer concert series.

Discover Fremantle’s alternative side on two wheels when you set off on this street art and craft beer bike tour. Pick from morning and afternoon departure times, meet your guide, grab your bike, and set off with just a small group for company. You’ll see many of Fremantle’s colorful murals and graffiti art, and will learn about the artists who created the works. In between, stop to taste the best of the city’s beer scene.

ake a personalised tour into our world of glass art as we give you an exclusive ‘behind the scenes' of our craft, our ethos and glasswork. The informative tour runs for approximately an hour, and guests are invited to stay for as long as they would like to browse, explore and discover the designs on display in our gallery after the tour. Our Discover tour offers an engaging, insightful, and immersive experience into what it takes to create kiln-fired glass art, how Cindy, a PE teacher-turned entrepreneur, began her business 25 years ago, and the processes and techniques that have become iconic within her brand. Our friendly staff will be on hand to serve the guests and answer any questions they may have to create a first-class look into our world of glass art. Complimentary tea, coffee or a glass of bubbles. Homebaked afternoon tea is inclusive.