Travel guide for planning a vacation or trip to Perth, including top tourist attractions.
If you are in the mood to get as far away from it all as you can, then Perth Australia might just be the destination for you. The capital city of Western Australia, Perth is a modern city that still manages to offer a diverse range of activities that take advantage of the area's natural beauty. Among the top places for tourists to check out are the following:
Kings Park:
Covering over 400 acres of scenic land, King's Park is an attraction no tourist should miss. The park offers natural trails, and paths which are perfect for joggers, bikers and walkers to enjoy and explore. The park is also the home of a botanical garden which holds over 2000 different species of plants. At King's Park free guided tours are offered to the visitors. These tours take you through the various paths of the park and teach you about the variety of gardens, animals and artwork that's found in the park
An attraction not to be missed at the park is the Lotterywest Federation Walkway. This multi-million dollar construction is made out of 160 feet of arched steel and glass. The walkway provides a bridge that takes you through the tree tops and gives you a scenic view of the park.
Visitors that come in the Summer time can also take advantage of the park's Sunset Cinema, the cinema provides a place where you can park your car and catch a movie in the great outdoors.
Adventure World:
Adventure World is Perth's premier amusement park. This fun park has over 30 exciting rides and water slides for adults and kids of all ages. Among the most popular rides for older kids and adults are the Tunnel of Terror, and the Turbo Mountain Roller Coaster. While children can enjoy such rides as the Dragon Flyer and the Dragon Express just to name a few. The park is located a short twenty minutes outside the city.
The Western Australia Maritime Museum:
A tribute to the rich maritime history of this region, the Western Australia Maritime Museum features displays of various famous boats. Among the boats displayed are the Australia II racing yacht, and the Parry Endeavor. The Australia II, the boat made famous by its winged keel, brought the America's Cup to Australia in the 1980's, while the Parry Endeavor was the yacht used by Jon Sanders to circumnavigate the globe.
Perth Zoo:
Located near the center of the city, the Perth Zoo is one of the most popular zoos in Australia. The zoo has a wide selection of animals on display that range form the wilds of Africa to the Asian rain forests. Animals at the zoo include rhinoceros, giraffes, elephants, red pandas gibbons, lions and zebras, along with animals native to Australia like kangaroos, koalas and dingoes. The zoo also houses a The Reptile Encounter, picnic areas, shady walkways, and a special playground for kids. The playground includes caves, tunnels, sculptures, and a secret garden.
Supa Golf:
Visitors to Perth who find golf to be an exciting yet terribly difficult sport to master, can try their hand at Supa Golf. This game which was originated in Western Australia is some what similar to the traditional game of golf, but it's played with an oversize ball and oversized clubs. The clubs and balls make the game easier to play, though the ball does not travel as far in distance. The Supa Golf course comes with many of the same obstacles and hazards as a traditional golf course.
Beaches:
The Beaches in Perth are some of the most popular tourist spots in the city. These beaches are suitable for swimmers and surfers alike. Surfers are more likely to enjoy the waves at beaches like Trigg Island and Scarborough, while swimmers will find such beaches as Floreat and City beach more to their liking. Still, families with children, where safety is a major concern might find Sorrento beach to be an overall better choice.
Fishing:
Fishing is a popular activity year round at Perth with both the locals and tourists. A place like world famous Blackwell beach offers a perfect spot for safe family fishing. Other good locations for land base fishing include North and South Mole points. On the other hand, if you are looking, for ocean fishing adventures its best to head for Cockburn Sound. In these waters you can fish for Groper, Pink Snapper, Marlin, and Even Tuna.
Quarry Amphitheatre:
Those looking for an interesting theater experience can try the Quarry Amphitheatre. The Amphitheatre is cut out of a limestone quarry, and offers an array of diverse events to enjoy. The theater has its own café, though visitors are invited to bring and enjoy their own picnic while watch an event.
Perth Zoo:
Located near the center of the city, the Perth Zoo is one of the most popular zoos in Australia. The zoo has a wide selection of animals on display that range form the wilds of Africa to the Asian rain forests. Animals at the zoo include, rhinoceros, giraffe, elephants, , red pandas gibbons, lion and zebra, along with the more traditional animals native to Australia like kangaroo, koalas and dingoes. The zoo also houses a The Reptile Encounter, picnic areas, shady walkways, and a special playground for kids. The playground includes caves, tunnels, sculptures, and a secret garden.
These are just a few of the attractions that Perth has to offer its many annual visitors. Along with this actives are water activities along the Swan River, Snorkeling off its coral reefs, fun and affordable shopping, and much, much more. All of which make Perth one of Australia's best kept secrets.
