Perth Australia

Perth is the capital of the Australia’s largest state – Western Australia. This state makes up 1/3rd of the total area of the country. Perth is located between Indian Ocean and Darling Ranges. It lies along River Swan at a distance of 12 km from the ocean. Oftentimes referred to as an isolated city, it is basically cosmopolitan in nature. It is culturally diverse, laid-back, and friendly. Perth Australia has been a favorite destination for tourists over the years. It is home to several tourist attractions. Read on to know more about this city in Australia.

When to go to Perth Australia

The best time to visit Perth in Australia is during the spring season during the months of September through November. During this period, the average temperature ranges between 12 degree Celsius and 21 degree Celsius. The weather is ideal for touring around different places in the city.

Places of interest in Perth

Houghton Wines, Homes a Court Gallery, and Kings Park and Botanic Garden are few places of interest in Perth. The other tourist attractions are -

• Art Gallery of Western Australia
• Aquarium of Western Australia
• Subiaco Oval
• Western Australian Museum
• Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts
• The Bell Tower
• Perth Zoo
• His Majesty’s Theater
• Scitech Discovery Center
• Perth Mint

Hotels in Perth

Hotels in Perth belong to different categories. You will find deluxe, luxury,

and budget hotels in this city. Ranging from airport transfers to arranging sightseeing tours, they offer a wide range of services. Many of them offer holiday packages and discounts.

• Medina Executive Barrack Plaza
• Mantra on Hay
• Rydges Perth
• Ocean Beach Backpackers
• The Outram
• The Witchs Hat Backpacker Hostel
• Rottnest Lodge
• Mont Clare Boutique Apartments
• Comfort Inn Bel Eyre Perth
• Novotel Perth Langley
• Mercure Hotel Perth
• Esplanade River Suites
• The Sebel Residence East Perth

Eating out in Perth Australia

Food essentially plays an important role when you travel to a distant place. Eating out can be fun especially when you are traveling to a place where food habits are different. The names of few well known restaurants in Perth are given below –

• Matsuri
• Good Fortune Road Duck House
• Annalakshmi
• Fraser’s Restaurant
• Subiaco Hotel
• Soto Espresso
• Jackson’s
• Viet Hoa
• Tarts
• Balthazar
• Red Teapot
• Ecco
• Chutney Mary’s
• Rialto’s

Getting there

Perth in Australia can be reached by air, land, and water. If you are planning to travel by land, there are many bus service providers that connect commuters from one part of the city to another. Some bus service providers are –

• South West Coach Lines
• Greyhound Australia
• Integrity Coach Lines
• Transwa

By train

There is an interstate rail network operated by Transwa. There are trains at frequent intervals. But make sure you are aware of the timings of the trains as not all trains leave and arrive at a particular railway terminal.

By air

Jetstar, Virgin Blue, Qantas Airways, and Skywest are few airline companies that operate flights to and fro Perth.

Last updated on 10/11/2010