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Perth Zoo

Exploring Perth Zoo is a great way to spend the final day of your road trip. Not only will you see lions, orangutans and other animals, but you’ll get the chance to learn about conservation and sustainability. Put aside some time to check out their award-winning breeding program for threatened native Australian animals too. Aim

Cottesloe Beach

It’s sacrilegious to visit Perth without strolling down the white sandy shore at Cottesloe beach. For more than a century, locals have spent their weekends soaking in the sun while swimming in the calm, aquamarine sea. This is an ideal snorkelling spot, since the coral is close to the shore. If you simply want to

Penguin Island

Imagine spending the day feeding penguins, meeting rare sea lions and drifting over limestone reefs in a glass bottom boat. Sounds good, right? If you have young children, this is the best way to explore the glistening waters of Shoalwater Islands Marine Park. In fact, it’s perfect for aspiring David Attenboroughs of all ages! The protected

Rottnest Island

We doubt you’ll regret taking a day trip to Rottnest Island (nicknamed “Rotto” by locals) for a snorkelling tour. There’s nothing like exploring the turquoise bays to appreciate the colourful marine life that call this underwater playground home. Expect to come face to face with coral fish, lobsters, octopus, eagle rays, moon wrasse and other sea

Fremantle

Fremantle is known for its maritime history, Victorian architecture, Australian football team (the Dockers) and remnants from Australia’s days as a British penal colony. Fremantle Prison, which housed convicts from the 1850s to 1991, now features re-created cellblocks. Take a trip back in time to see what life was like for convicts locked away in Fremantle

Hilarys

The Aquarium of Western Australia (AQWA) shows off Western Australia’s spectacular sea creatures, by taking you on an underwater journey. You don’t have to go to the Great Barrier Reef to behold the beauty of coral. AQWA offers one of the largest living coral reef exhibits in the world! Located on Hillarys Boat Harbour, the

Mundaring

If you have a green thumb, you’ll feel at home surrounded by 168 hectares of bushland in the nature reserve at Lake Leschenaultia. This is the perfect spot for a picnic, given the abundance of shade, lush grass and white sandy beaches. Not to mention, there’s plenty of playground equipment to keep the little ones

Swan Valley

Handmade chocolate, pure honey and signature wines. Is your mouth watering yet? Do you taste buds a favour by exploring the Swan Valley Food and Wine Trail by car. Not only will you sample the finest produce in Western Australia, you’ll also treat your eyes to lush views of vineyards and farms. Talk about a

Caversham

Get up close and personal with Australia’s furry, feathery and scaly friends at Caversham Wildlife Park. There are around 200 species of native wildlife at the park. Take our word for it; you’ll want to devote at least three hours to exploring the enclosures and learning about conservation. It’s best to get an early start,

Perth CBD

Perth CBD to Kings Park: 1.5 km (driving for approximately 5 minutes)

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