Date ideas in Perth
85 date ideas around Perth, from snorkelling Cottesloe's reef at sunset to dinner above the city in Kings Park, a torchlight tour of Fremantle Prison and a ferry to Rottnest. Swipe through them above, or browse every one below. Each was checked on the place's own website: what it is, when it's on and what it costs. 20 are free.
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Food and drink: 27 date ideas in Perth
Fraser's Restaurant, Kings Park. Photo: Orderinchaos · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
KINGS PARK
Dinner at Fraser's, looking over the city from Kings Park
Open since 1993 at the Kings Park end of Fraser Avenue, with floor-to-ceiling windows and a terrace looking over the city and the Swan River. The seasonal menu leans on West Australian produce, from WA octopus to chargrilled Black Angus.
When Daily, all-day dining from 11.30am till late
Cost Mains $32 to $58, steaks $58 to $85 (10% Sunday surcharge)
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
PERTH
Dinner going round at C Restaurant
On the 33rd floor of St Martins Tower, C calls itself Western Australia's only revolving restaurant; one full 360-degree turn takes 90 minutes, so the view keeps changing through dinner.
When Dinner nightly from 6pm (5pm Saturdays); lunch daily from 12pm
Cost Two courses $118 each; five-course degustation $165 (Sunday to Friday dinner)
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
The old Treasury on St Georges Terrace, home of Wildflower. Photo: -wuppertaler · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
PERTH
A tasting menu at Wildflower, on the roof of the old Treasury
Fine dining on top of COMO The Treasury, with sweeping views across the city and the Swan River. The menu changes with the six seasons of the Noongar calendar and the wildflowers that signal them.
When Dinner Tuesday to Saturday from 5.30pm; lunch Wednesday to Friday
Cost Four courses $149 each (not on the weekend menu), six $189, eight $230; matched wines extra
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
Leighton Beach, beside the restaurant. Photo: JarrahTree · CC BY 2.5 au · Wikimedia Commons ↗
NORTH FREMANTLE
Wood-fired seafood at Bib & Tucker on Leighton Beach
A relaxed restaurant in the North Fremantle dunes with sweeping views across Leighton Beach. Much of the menu is cooked over fire, and the chef's menu brings a run of shared plates to the table.
When Wednesday to Sunday, 8am to 10pm
Cost Chef's menu $85 each (three matched wines $39 more); 15% public holiday surcharge
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
Bread in Common's heritage warehouse on Pakenham Street, Fremantle. Photo: Calistemon · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
FREMANTLE
A feed-me dinner at Bread in Common, Fremantle
Shared plates and house-baked bread at long communal tables in a restored heritage-listed 1898 pharmaceutical warehouse in Fremantle's old streets. Let the chefs choose with the three-course feed-me menu.
When Daily from 12pm (until 10pm Sunday to Thursday, 11pm Friday and Saturday)
Cost Three-course feed-me menu $86 each; 15% public holiday surcharge
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
The verandah and gardens at Coogee Common. Photo: Sam Wilson · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
COOGEE
Garden-to-plate dinner at Coogee Common
Eat among the vegetable gardens on the grounds of the old Coogee Hotel (1894); the kitchen's produce comes from its own two acres of market garden, orchard and beehives, and the menu changes with the harvest.
When Daily, 11.30am till late
Cost Mains $36 to $60; Sunday roast for two (600g ribeye on the bone) $160
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
Swanbourne Beach, beside The Shorehouse. Photo: -wuppertaler · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
SWANBOURNE
Beachfront dinner at The Shorehouse, Swanbourne
Right on Swanbourne Beach with uninterrupted views over the Indian Ocean, cooking a relaxed Mediterranean menu on a Josper charcoal oven. It says it was named Best Restaurant in Western Australia at the 2025 AHA Awards.
When Daily from 8am till late (lunch and dinner from 11.45am)
Cost Pastas $38 to $46, mains $44 to $58 (500g Scotch fillet $110); 15% public holiday surcharge
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour, with Kailis' on the waterfront. Photo: Gnangarra · CC BY 2.5 au · Wikimedia Commons ↗
FREMANTLE
Fish and chips at Kailis', Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour
A harbourside fish market café at Fremantle's Fishing Boat Harbour, going since 1926. Order from the fry counter, raw bar or barbecue: fish and chips, a Seafood Delight, or grilled snapper.
When Daily, 10.30am till late
Cost Fish and chips from $17.50; Seafood Delight $29 (15% public holiday surcharge)
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
Cottesloe Beach, across Marine Parade from Il Lido. Photo: -wuppertaler · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
COTTESLOE
Sunday lasagna for two at Il Lido, Cottesloe
An Italian canteen on Cottesloe Beach in the old 1930s art-deco Lido Cabaret, known for handmade pasta and an award-winning Italian wine list. On Sundays the menu offers Il Lido's traditional lasagna to share between two.
When Open daily from 6.30am till late (lasagna for two on Sundays)
Cost Lasagna for two $60 on the sample menu (about $30 each)
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
NORTHBRIDGE
Bao and noodles through the laundry door at Lucky Chan's
Step through the laundry door on William Street into an Asian-fusion noodle bar serving bao, dumplings and noodles to share, with a rooftop bar for a drink afterwards.
When Tuesday to Sunday from 5pm (4pm Saturday) until 10pm or 11pm
Cost Bao from $9.99 each; share plates such as popcorn chicken $17; 15% public holiday surcharge
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
The State Buildings, home of Long Chim. Photo: -wuppertaler · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
PERTH
Thai street food at Long Chim, State Buildings
Bold Bangkok street-food flavours in the basement of the State Buildings: a panang or vegetable curry with jasmine rice each keeps it under $40 a head, or let the kitchen send out the Maa Long Chim set menu.
When Tuesday to Saturday from 12pm till late
Cost Curries $29 to $37, jasmine rice $5 a head; Maa Long Chim set menu $89 each (minimum two)
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
Matilda Bay, beside the restaurant. Photo: -wuppertaler · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
CRAWLEY
Dinner on the water's edge at Matilda Bay
Water's-edge dining on Matilda Bay in Crawley, with the lights of Perth reflecting across the bay and yachts dotted on the water. The kitchen is proudest of its dry-aged meats, and the brûlée is the dessert it tells you to order.
When Dinner Monday to Saturday from 5pm; lunch Thursday to Sunday from 11am
Cost Mains $38 to $58; a public holiday surcharge may apply
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
Little Creatures from the Fishing Boat Harbour. Photo: Sam Wilson · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
FREMANTLE
Harbour-side pints at Little Creatures in Fremantle
Drink beer fresh from the tanks in the brewery's Cherub Hall, with 180-degree views over Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour, then take a drink out to the Front Deck for sunset. The old Brewhouse next door is now a visitors hub with brewery tours.
When Daily, 11am till late (tours every day except Wednesday)
Cost Free to go in; pay for what you drink
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
Gage Roads in A Shed, Victoria Quay. Photo: Kgbo · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
FREMANTLE
Brewery tour and tasting at Gage Roads on Victoria Quay
Wander among the fermenting tanks with the Brew Crew in the brewery's A Shed on Fremantle's working harbour, finish with a guided tasting of its A Shed series beers, then stay on to watch the container ships go by.
When Tours Wednesday to Friday at 5pm, Saturday and Sunday at 11.30am; brewpub open daily from 11am
Cost $35 each for the tour
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
The limestone courtyard entrance of the Norfolk Hotel. Photo: Kgbo · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
FREMANTLE
A drink in the Norfolk Hotel's limestone courtyard
The limestone corner pub on South Terrace opened as the Oddfellows Hotel in 1887; find a table in the courtyard, which it calls Fremantle's favourite, and pick from what it says is the largest spirit range in town.
When Daily, 11.30am to midnight (closed Christmas Day and Good Friday)
Cost Pay for what you drink
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
Cottesloe Beach Hotel. Photo: Calistemon · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
COTTESLOE
Sundowners at the Cottesloe Beach Hotel's Verandah Bar
Come straight off Cottesloe Beach to the pub's Verandah Bar for a beer from its range of local and international taps, and the view.
When Daily from 11am
Cost Pay for what you drink
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
The Raffles Hotel, Applecross. Photo: Orderinchaos · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
APPLECROSS
Afternoon drinks on the river at the Raffles Hotel
Sit out on the banks of the Swan River at Applecross in a pub that calls itself a riverside Perth icon since 1896.
When Daily from 11am (to 10pm Sunday to Thursday, midnight Friday and Saturday)
Cost Pay for what you drink
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
The State Buildings, home of Wine Merchant. Photo: -wuppertaler · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
PERTH
A glass at Wine Merchant in the State Buildings
An intimate wine bar in the old Postal Hall of Perth's State Buildings, with an extensive list chosen by sommelier Emma Farrelly, share plates, and a wall of wine to take a bottle home from.
When Monday to Friday from noon, Saturday from 3pm, till late; closed Sunday
Cost Pay for what you drink
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
PERTH
Bourbon in the basement at Varnish on King
A low-lit American whiskey bar tucked beneath King Street, which calls itself Perth's original American whiskey den; work through the ryes and bourbons and order the bacon to go with them.
When Monday to Thursday from 4pm; Friday 2pm to 2am; Saturday 4pm to 2am; closed Sunday
Cost Pay for what you drink
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
NORTHBRIDGE
Rooftop cocktails at Mechanics' Institute in Northbridge
A small bar up among the heritage rooftops of Northbridge, with an open-air roof deck, cocktails and a sing-along soundtrack. Find it at the rear of 222 William Street.
When Tuesday to Thursday 4pm till late; Friday to Sunday 3pm to midnight
Cost Pay for what you drink
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
PERTH
Sunset from 18 Knots, eighteen floors above the river
The rooftop bar on level 18 of the DoubleTree by Hilton at Elizabeth Quay has 360-degree views over the city and river at sunset. Classic cocktails are $18 during Social Hour, and there is live jazz on Thursday nights.
When Daily from noon (to midnight Friday and Saturday); Social Hour weekdays 5pm to 6pm; jazz Thursdays 6pm to 9pm
Cost Classic and selected cocktails $18 in Social Hour
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
CAVERSHAM
Wine tasting at Sandalford in the Swan Valley
Drive 25 minutes from the city to Sandalford's historic Swan Valley estate, which says it has one of WA's largest cellar doors; staff take you through five wines, including the Sandalera sweet wine sold only at the cellar door.
When Daily, except public holidays and concert days (groups of 8 or more book ahead)
Cost $15 each for five wines (redeemable on purchase)
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
CAVERSHAM
Tasting at Mandoon Estate, then a beer at Homestead Brewery
Taste Swan Valley and Margaret River wines at Mandoon's cellar door, which calls itself WA's most awarded boutique winery, then walk across the estate to Homestead Brewery for a beer from its German-built brewhouse.
When Cellar door daily 10am to 5pm; brewery daily for lunch and dinner
Cost Tasting $10 or $15 each (redeemable on purchase); 15% surcharge at the brewery on public holidays
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
GUILDFORD
A pint in the beer garden at the Stirling Arms, Guildford
On the way into or out of the Swan Valley, stop at a family-owned Guildford pub that has been pouring since 1852, with live acoustic music in the beer garden on weekends.
When Open daily; live music Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Cost Pay for what you drink
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
Fremantle Markets. Photo: Calistemon · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
FREMANTLE
A weekend wander through Fremantle Markets
Graze and browse more than 170 traders, makers and food stalls under the market's 1897 arches, with buskers playing through the weekend.
When Fridays, weekends and public holiday Mondays; the Yard 8am–6pm, the Hall 9am–6pm
Cost Free entry
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
PERTH
Friday night at the Twilight Food Market
The City of Perth turns Forrest Place into an open-air street-food market on Friday nights through the summer, with cuisines from around the globe and local musicians playing.
When Friday nights, 2 Oct 2026 to 30 Apr 2027
Cost Free entry; pay for food
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
Perth City Farm, East Perth. Photo: Orderinchaos · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
EAST PERTH
Saturday breakfast at Perth City Farm's market
Shop organic and spray-free WA produce from small growers in the courtyard of an organic community farm in East Perth, then have breakfast at its Be Free cafe.
When Saturdays 8am–noon (Apr–Nov), 7.30–11.30am (Dec–Mar)
Cost Free entry
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
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Art Gallery of WA, with the lift to its rooftop. Photo: The Logical Positivist · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
PERTH
The Art Gallery of WA and its rooftop sculpture walk
Free entry to the State Art Collection, then head up to the AGWA Rooftop for its open-air sculpture walk, a 34-metre Aboriginal artwork by Christopher Pease, and city, hill and museum views.
When Daily 10am to 5pm (closed Good Friday and Christmas Day); the Rooftop Bar is closed until its planned reopening in summer 2027/28
Cost Free (voluntary donation invited)
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
PERTH
Otto's Symphony under the blue whale at WA Museum Boola Bardip
Time your museum visit for Otto's Symphony, an original Perth Symphony Orchestra composition played around Otto the Blue Whale, then explore the state's stories across the permanent galleries and finish at the licensed Epoch café.
When Museum daily 9.30am to 5pm; Otto's Symphony daily at 10.30am, 12.30pm and 2.30pm
Cost $15 each general admission ($10 concession); special exhibitions extra
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
His Majesty's Theatre, Perth. Photo: Gnangcomapp · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
PERTH
A $5 tour of His Majesty's Theatre
A 30-minute weekday tour of the theatre that opened on Christmas Eve 1904 and which the venue believes is the only remaining working Edwardian theatre in Australia: its history, the auditorium, the foyers and the MOPA memorabilia displays.
When Monday to Friday, 11am to 2pm
Cost $5 each
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
PICA, Perth Cultural Centre. Photo: Samuel Wiki · CC0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
PERTH
Free contemporary art at PICA, then a drink at Picabar
The Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts in the Perth Cultural Centre keeps its exhibitions free; wander the galleries, then stay for an evening drink at Picabar in the corner of the building.
When Galleries Tuesday to Sunday, 12pm to 5pm (closed during exhibition installs and some public holidays)
Cost Free exhibitions; performances ticketed
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
NORTHBRIDGE
New independent theatre at The Blue Room
The Blue Room calls itself Western Australia's home of independent theatre: new plays and performance opposite PICA in the Cultural Centre.
When Seasons run through the year; see What's On for current shows
Cost Ticketed (prices on each show's page)
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
Winthrop Hall, UWA. Photo: -wuppertaler · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
CRAWLEY
WASO's symphony nights at Winthrop Hall
The West Australian Symphony Orchestra's MACA Symphonic Series is playing UWA's Winthrop Hall this spring, from Mahler's Ninth to Saint-Saëns' Organ Symphony and Handel's Messiah.
When Friday and Saturday 7.30pm concerts until 28 November 2026
Cost Ticketed; Mahler 9 and the Organ Symphony are $30 to $110 each
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
Downstairs bar, State Theatre Centre of WA. Photo: Evad37 · CC0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
PERTH
Reich and Richter: WASO's Underground Series
A contemporary night in the State Theatre Centre's Studio Underground: Salonen's Fog, a new Vanessa Perica work, and Steve Reich's music played against Gerhard Richter's kaleidoscopic visual art.
When Friday 6 and Saturday 7 November 2026, 7.30pm
Cost $30 to $65 each
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
SUBIACO
Black Swan's Jacky at Subiaco Arts Centre
The State Theatre Company and Yirra Yaakin co-produce Declan Furber Gillick’s sharp, funny new play about a young Aboriginal man juggling family, work and culture in the city (recommended 18+).
When 23 October to 8 November 2026
Cost $30 to $85 each (demand-based pricing); $30 Under 30 seats on B and C Reserve for ages 17 to 30
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
LEEDERVILLE
Monday double feature at Luna Leederville
Luna Leederville, established in 1994 and which calls itself the heart and soul of independent and arthouse cinema in Perth, runs a classic double (or one epic) on Monday nights, from Sense and Sensibility with Little Women to Portrait of a Lady on Fire with Petite Maman.
When Mondays 6.30pm
Cost $17 for the double
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
Mojos, North Fremantle. Photo: Samuel Wiki · CC0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
NORTH FREMANTLE
Wednesday trivia at Mojos, North Fremantle
Pub trivia mixing general knowledge and music in the band room that hosted The Triffids, Tame Impala and Stella Donnelly; the first Wednesday of the month is Musiquiz, all music, and most weeks Mojos Songwriters Club follows the quiz.
When Wednesdays from 6pm (book via Moshtix)
Cost Pub trivia $10 per table; Musiquiz $10 each (teams of up to 6)
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
NORTH PERTH
A gig at the Rosemount Hotel, North Perth
The Rosie, which calls itself Perth’s premiere mid-size live music venue, puts on touring bands and local launches through the week, with a renovated backyard and a pub menu for dinner first.
When Gigs through the week; see the What’s On listing
Cost Ticketed per gig
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
Walyalup Fremantle Arts Centre. Photo: Balou46 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
FREMANTLE
Walyalup Fremantle Arts Centre and its grounds
Contemporary exhibitions and artist studios inside a gothic heritage building on a four-acre site in Fremantle, with lunch at Plated café in the grounds.
When Galleries daily 10am to 5pm; café 8am to 3pm (kitchen closes 2pm)
Cost Free entry
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
Regal Theatre, Subiaco. Photo: Samuel Wiki · CC0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
SUBIACO
A show at the art deco Regal Theatre, Subiaco
A heritage-listed 1938 art deco cinema on the corner of Hay Street and Rokeby Road, now one of Perth's major stages for comedy, concerts and musicals.
When Most weeks; see the show list
Cost Ticketed (via Ticketek)
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
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Cottesloe Beach. Photo: Calistemon · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
COTTESLOE
Snorkel Cottesloe's reef, then stay for the sunset
Snorkel the limestone reef that runs 4.4 km along the coast from North Street to Mosman Park, looking out for weedy and the rare leafy seadragons in the shallows, then dry off on the terraced lawns under the Norfolk pines for the ocean sunset.
When Any day; a 600-metre walk from Cottesloe station
Cost Free
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
The coast at Trigg, looking north towards Mettam's Pool. Photo: Calistemon · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
TRIGG
Snorkel the lagoon at Mettam's Pool
A naturally formed lagoon in Marmion Marine Park, less than two metres deep, where you walk in off the beach to find red-lip morwong, banded sweep, wrasse and schools of buffalo bream in the holes on the southern side. The outer edge of the reef can have a strong surge.
When Any day
Cost Free (no park entry fee)
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
MARMION
Follow the underwater plinths on the MAAC snorkel trail
A 400-metre snorkel trail off Marmion Beach, marked by 20 underwater plinths with illustrated sea-creature plaques and arrows pointing to the next one; it starts at a surface float in front of the Marmion Angling and Aquatic Club and runs two to six metres deep.
When Any day, weather permitting
Cost Free
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
The reef near Parker Point, Rottnest Island. Photo: Pedro Szekely from Los Angeles, USA · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
ROTTNEST ISLAND
Ferry to Rottnest and snorkel the Parker Point trail
Take the ferry from Fremantle to Rottnest and snorkel the Parker Point trail on the island's south-east corner: about 800 metres along an underwater limestone ridge to the edge of the marine sanctuary zone and back, reading 12 plaques on the seabed as you go. Allow about an hour in the water.
When Any day; Rottnest Express runs year-round services from Fremantle (B-Shed or Northport)
Cost Same-day return from Fremantle $87.50 each, including the $21.50 island admission fee; packages with bike and snorkel hire from $149.50
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
The Omeo wreck off North Coogee. Photo: Calistemon · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
NORTH COOGEE
Snorkel the Omeo shipwreck on the Coogee Maritime Trail
Swim out 25 metres from the beach to a real shipwreck, then follow the underwater trail 200 metres west along the breakwater past an artificial reef, underwater sculptures and plaques on maritime history. Most of it is 2.5 to 5 metres deep; look but don't climb on the wreck.
When Any day; enter via the stairs at Socrates Parade
Cost Free (free parking on Socrates Parade)
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
Point Peron coastline, Mushroom Rock behind. Photo: Calistemon · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
ROCKINGHAM
Snorkel the caves and swim-throughs at Cape Peron
In the Shoalwater Islands Marine Park, the limestone at Point Peron and Mushroom Rocks has been carved into overhangs, small caves and swim-throughs close to shore. Walk in from the sandy ends of Long Reach beach, then do the 2.2 km Cape Peron Loop Trail along the headland.
When Any day
Cost Free (no toilets at the site)
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
Point Walter sandbar on the Swan River. Photo: JoshMuirWikipedia · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
BICTON
Pedal a swan boat on the river at Point Walter
Hire a swan pedal boat, double kayak or paddleboards at Point Walter Reserve and potter about on the Swan River, then walk out along the Point Walter sandbar when the tide is low. Walk-ins welcome.
When Saturday and Sunday 10am to 5pm
Cost Swan pedal boat for two $45 for 30 minutes or $65 an hour; double kayak $55 an hour; SUP $40 an hour each
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
CHIDLOW
Paddle a canoe on Lake Leschenaultia
A lake in 168 hectares of hills bushland, 45 minutes east of the city, with white sand beaches for a swim. Hire a canoe from the shed at the south end of the main beach and paddle the lake together.
When Canoe hire 10:30am to 4pm on weekends and public holidays, and daily in the summer school holidays (last hour hire 3pm; closed in winter); the lake closes on extreme and catastrophic fire-danger days
Cost Lake entry free; canoe $29 an hour or $19 a half hour (up to three per canoe; card only)
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
Scarborough Beach Pool. Photo: -wuppertaler · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
SCARBOROUGH
An evening swim at Scarborough Beach Pool
An outdoor 50-metre pool on the Scarborough Beach foreshore with views of the coast, heated to 27 degrees all year, plus a leisure pool at 31 degrees; open into the evening in summer.
When Summer hours from 29 September: Mon to Fri 5am to 9pm, Sat and Sun 6:30am to 8pm (last entry 30 minutes before close)
Cost $8.50 each
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
ASCOT
Skipper your own electric lounge boat on the Swan
Drive a quiet electric boat with a bow sun pad and cork deck from Ascot Waters up and down the Swan River past the Maylands Peninsula, with a view to Optus Stadium; no skipper's ticket needed. Bring a platter and drinks; towels, cushions, speakers and a champagne bucket are supplied.
When Slots from 9:15am, 11:45am and 4:30pm; book at least 48 hours ahead; skipper must be 20+
Cost $289 a boat for 2 hours (that rate applies August to June), $399 for 4 hours (plus booking fee; up to 4 adults)
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
Mandurah's foreshore and estuary, where the hire boats cruise. Photo: Michael Spencer · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
MANDURAH
Drive your own boat around the Mandurah canals
Hire a four-person dinghy, no licence needed, and cruise Mandurah's canals and estuary looking for wild dolphins, or paddle a tandem kayak from the operator's jetty instead. About 50 minutes down the freeway from Perth.
When Daytime hires; book online for live availability
Cost Dinghy $148.50 for 1.5 hours, $200 for 2 hours; tandem kayak $55 an hour
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
Transperth ferry at Elizabeth Quay Jetty. Photo: ZidaneHartono · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
SOUTH PERTH
Ferry across the Swan to South Perth
Ride the Transperth ferry from Elizabeth Quay Jetty across the Swan River to Mends Street Jetty in South Perth, an eight-minute crossing, then wander the South Perth foreshore and ride back.
When Every day; see the timetable
Cost $2.40 cash or $2.16 contactless each way; free on Sundays with a SmartRider or contactless card
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
Yanchep Lagoon. Photo: Jpoeta2 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
YANCHEP
Swim and snorkel in Yanchep Lagoon
The reef encloses a calm lagoon at Yanchep, and the northern section is the popular spot for a swim and a snorkel along the reef, with a small cafe by the surf club for a coffee or ice cream after. Beware the strong current that can flow out of the northern end.
When Any day; patrolled in the summer months
Cost Free
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
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INGLEWOOD
Sip and Pot night at Perth Pottery Co.
A family-run Beaufort Street studio where you each make two pieces, such as a mug or trinket dish, with a couple of glasses of wine and a shared cheese board; the studio fires and glazes them for you to collect about six weeks later.
When Friday and Saturday 6:30pm, Sunday 3:30pm; 1.5 hours
Cost $95 each, all inclusive
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
MAYLANDS
Try the wheel at ClayMake Studio
Drop into a weekly casual wheel-throwing class at this Maylands pottery studio, fully taught and suitable for total beginners, with no course to commit to.
When Saturdays 1:30pm to 4:30pm, every week
Cost $80 each
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
Republic of Fremantle, Pakenham Street. Photo: Sam Wilson · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
FREMANTLE
Cocktail School at Republic of Fremantle
An intimate masterclass with one of the distillery's bartenders: make your own ingredients, learn to pre-batch for a dinner party and sip four cocktails, then book a table at the distillery restaurant.
When Friday 5pm, Saturday and Sunday 2pm; 1.5 hours
Cost $90 each
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
Walyalup Fremantle Arts Centre. Photo: JarrahTree · CC BY 2.5 au · Wikimedia Commons ↗
FREMANTLE
Tuesday-night life drawing at Walyalup Fremantle Arts Centre
Draw a nude model in charcoal, chalk and graphite in the painting studio of the heritage arts centre, with each night sold as a single session so you can just come for one.
When Tuesday evenings 6pm to 9pm during term (sessions listed on the studio's page)
Cost $53 a session each, materials included
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
OSBORNE PARK
Pour a custom candle at The Prospect Project
Design and pour your own candle from more than 100 vessels, fragrances and colours at this Osborne Park candle studio, with lollies and snacks laid on and BYO drinks allowed.
When Selected Saturdays, about 1 hour (sessions listed on the studio's page)
Cost $100 each; candle collected after it sets or shipped for $15
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
FREMANTLE
Make each other rings at blonde.design
A two-hour silversmithing class in a private Fremantle studio where you each make and take home two sterling-silver rings: a stacker band and a custom design you can stamp with letters or numbers.
When Friday evenings and weekend afternoons, 2 hours (sessions listed on the studio's page)
Cost $250 each, or $450 for two; solid 9ct gold is an optional extra paid on the day
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
SCARBOROUGH
Fresh pasta workshop with Simone Agostino
Roll and shape one pasta dish by hand in a small group of six to eight in Scarborough, then sit down together to eat it.
When Weekend sessions, 3 hours (sessions and dishes listed on the studio's page)
Cost $155 each
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
WEST PERTH
Paella and Pinchos Party at Salt & Company
Sip wine and eat pinchos while you learn to cook paella Valenciana and a prawn-and-chorizo paella at this West Perth cooking school, then finish at the long table with burnt Basque cheesecake.
When Evenings from 6pm, about 3 hours 45 minutes (sessions listed on the school's page)
Cost $170 each (18+ recommended)
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
NORTHBRIDGE
Free salsa lesson on Tuesdays at the Mustang Bar
Danza Loca's free introductory salsa and merengue lesson needs no partner or experience, and after class the Latin DJs play on until late with no cover charge.
When Tuesdays; free lesson 7pm, social dancing from about 9:30pm
Cost Free intro lesson; paid classes $25
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
North Perth Town Hall. Photo: Calistemon · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
NORTH PERTH
Learn Lindy Hop at North Perth Town Hall
Perth City Swing's Level 1 class welcomes beginners every week at North Perth Town Hall; no partner or booking needed, and partners rotate through the class.
When Tuesdays 6:30pm (beginners)
Cost $20 each, cash or eftpos on the night
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
PERTH
BYO paint-and-sip at Pinot & Picasso Perth CBD
Paint a canvas each at the city studio on Beaufort Street, with all art supplies provided; bring your own drinks and snacks, and look for the 'Paint your Partner' nights on the calendar.
When Afternoon and evening sessions, mostly Thursday to Sunday (sessions listed on the studio's page)
Cost Most adult sessions $75 to $79 each, materials included
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
MOUNT HAWTHORN
Sushi-making workshop at The Cooking Professor
Learn to make sushi from scratch with one of the school's chefs in a hands-on evening workshop at this Mount Hawthorn cooking school.
When Evenings 6pm to 8pm (sessions listed on the school's page)
Cost $130 each
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
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Araluen Botanic Park, Roleystone. Photo: Silverhorse · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
ROLEYSTONE
A garden afternoon at Araluen Botanic Park, Roleystone
Wander 14 hectares of cultivated gardens, heritage stone paths and streams in a sheltered Perth Hills valley, ringed by 59 hectares of native bush, then stop at the Roundhouse Cafe. Allow at least two hours.
When Daily 9am to 5pm, last entry 3.30pm
Cost Ticketed, per person; prices change with the seasons and events
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
Fremantle Prison gatehouse. Photo: Calistemon · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
FREMANTLE
Torchlight tour of Fremantle Prison
Follow a guide through the World Heritage-listed prison in the dark for 90 minutes of grim stories of executions and escapes. Not for the faint-hearted.
When Wednesday and Friday evenings; from 6.30pm (Apr–Oct) or 7pm (Nov–Mar)
Cost $30 each; bookings essential
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
The Round House, Fremantle. Photo: -wuppertaler · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
FREMANTLE
The one o'clock gun at the Round House
Explore the 1831 jail on Arthur Head, which calls itself the oldest public building in WA, run by volunteer guides, and be there at one o'clock sharp for the One O'Clock Time Signal and Gun.
When Daily 10.30am–3.30pm; the gun is fired at 1pm
Cost Entry by donation
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
View from Reabold Hill, Bold Park. Photo: Elrondil · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
CITY BEACH
Sunset from Reabold Hill in Bold Park
Walk the raised boardwalk through bushland to the highest natural point on the Swan Coastal Plain in the metro area, 85 metres up, with views of the Indian Ocean, Rottnest, the city and Kings Park.
When Any day; car access until 7pm (Apr–Oct) or 8pm (Nov–Mar), walkers any time (bring a torch)
Cost Free
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
BICKLEY
Night sky tour at Perth Observatory
Volunteers guide you through nebulae, star clusters and planets on the telescopes of what calls itself WA's oldest observatory, in the hills at Bickley, plus its museum of old instruments.
When Evenings on set dates; pick a night on the booking calendar
Cost $50 each
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
OSBORNE PARK
A bathhouse session for two at Ember
Ninety minutes moving between a hot mineral bath, ice bath, Finnish sauna and steam room in a small, adults-only bathhouse that caps numbers to keep it calm. Robe, towel and tea included.
When Daily (Monday 11am–6pm; other days from early morning to 7.30–8pm)
Cost $178 for two; with a massage each from $458 for two
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
KARDINYA
Couples massage at Le Beau Day Spa
A side-by-side massage for two in the couples room at this Kardinya day spa, with packages that add a soak in its private alfresco spa.
When Mon–Fri 9am–5pm, Sat 8.30am–4.30pm
Cost Couples Swedish massage from $330 for two (50 min)
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
PERTH
High tea at The Westin Perth's Haven Lounge
The Westin's lounge changes its high tea each season; the current French Riviera menu runs from fig scones to Tarte Tropézienne, with unlimited tea and coffee.
When Fri–Sun at 11am and 2.30pm; this menu until 8 Nov 2026
Cost $79 each
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
The city across the Swan from the South Perth foreshore. Photo: Unleash design · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
SOUTH PERTH
Seaplane flight off the Swan River
Take off from the river in a Cessna amphibian and fly low over the city, Kings Park and the coast to Fremantle before landing back on the water. The Sip and Scenic package adds a sparkling-wine picnic on the South Perth foreshore first.
When Times vary by day; check live availability
Cost $270 each (allow 45 minutes, at least 15 in the air)
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
NORTHAM
Sunrise balloon flight over the Avon Valley
Drift for about an hour over farmland, the Avon River and, in spring, yellow canola fields, then have a buffet breakfast in Northam. Liberty says this is the only place in WA with commercial ballooning.
When Sunrise, April to early November; meet about 1.5 hours before dawn
Cost $390 each (self-drive to Northam); $450 with transfer from Perth
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
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The Federation Walkway's glass bridge, Kings Park. Photo: ZidaneHartono · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
KINGS PARK
Treetop walkway and the DNA Tower, Kings Park
Walk the 620-metre Lotterywest Federation Walkway through the WA Botanic Garden and over a 52-metre glass and steel bridge among tall eucalypts, with views of the Swan and Canning rivers. Then climb the 101 steps of the 15-metre DNA Tower, the highest viewing point in Kings Park, where on a clear day you may see the Indian Ocean.
When Walkway 9am to 5pm daily (about 40 minutes return); DNA Tower any day
Cost Free
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
Kaarta Gar-up Lookout, Kings Park. Photo: Kgbo · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
WEST PERTH
Climb Jacob's Ladder to the Kaarta Gar-up Lookout
Climb the heritage-listed Jacob's Ladder stairway off Cliff Street into Kings Park, then take in Perth city, Elizabeth Quay and both rivers from the Kaarta Gar-up Lookout on Mount Eliza, with 30x UView binoculars and a 2024 Aboriginal artwork by Kamsani Bin-Salleh.
When Any day
Cost Free
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
The Federation Walkway, Kings Park. Photo: Elrondil · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
KINGS PARK
Free guided walk with the Kings Park Volunteer Guides
Join a volunteer guide for 90 minutes through the WA Botanic Garden's 3,500-plus WA plant species, across the glass-sided Federation Walkway and past the State War Memorial, hearing the stories behind the park.
When Daily at 10am and 1pm from outside Aspects of Kings Park; cancelled at 37°C or above
Cost Free; bookings generally not needed (essential for groups of 10 or more)
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
Bushland in John Forrest National Park (not the falls). Photo: Gnangarra · CC BY 2.5 AU · Wikimedia Commons ↗
HOVEA
National Park Falls loop, John Forrest National Park
Walk the one-hour loop in WA's first national park along Jane Brook to National Park Falls, which drops 20 metres over sheer rock, returning on the Railway Reserves Heritage Trail. Bring a picnic for the park's picnic spots after.
When Any day; the falls flow best in winter and spring. 2.5 km, about 1 hour
Cost per car (park entry)
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
Lesmurdie Falls, lookout at the top. Photo: Kwokka3 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
LESMURDIE
Lookout and Foot of the Falls walk at Lesmurdie Falls
From the Falls Road picnic area, walk to the lookout over Lesmurdie Falls with views across the Swan Coastal Plain, then drop down to the foot of the falls for a picnic.
When Any day; best late winter and spring when the falls flow (usually dry in summer and most of autumn). 2 km return
Cost Free
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
The view to Perth from the Zig Zag, late afternoon. Photo: JarrahTree · CC BY 2.5 au · Wikimedia Commons ↗
GOOSEBERRY HILL
Sunset on the Zig Zag Scenic Drive, Gooseberry Hill
Drive, walk or cycle down the old hills railway zig-zag in Gooseberry Hill National Park, stopping only in the designated areas to take in the sweeping views over the Swan Coastal Plain at sunset.
When Cars 11am to 8.30pm daily, one way downhill; walkers and cyclists any time
Cost Free
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
Bells Rapids and its footbridge. Photo: Calistemon · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
BRIGADOON
Bells Rapids River Walk, Brigadoon
Cross the footbridge over the Swan River's white-water rapids and follow the 2.5 km River Walk, or take the steeper 3 km Goat Walk over the hill for views of the countryside and coastal plain; grey kangaroos gather there at certain times of year.
When Any day; the rapids rush in winter. River Walk about 45 minutes, Goat Walk about 1 hour 15. Check fire bans before you go
Cost No entry fee listed
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
Serpentine Falls, at the foot of the Baldwins Bluff Trail. Photo: Calistemon · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
SERPENTINE
Baldwins Bluff Trail above Serpentine Falls
Climb the 6 km return Baldwins Bluff Trail in Serpentine National Park for views over the Swan Coastal Plain, the valley and Serpentine Falls from the summit, then picnic at the falls picnic area with the local kangaroos.
When Daily 8.30am to 5pm, no cars in after 4.15pm; arrive before 10am as the falls area fills. Wildflowers peak in September
Cost $17 per car park entry
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
The Avon River in Walyunga National Park. Photo: Calistemon · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons ↗
UPPER SWAN
Syd's Rapids and Aboriginal Heritage Trail, Walyunga National Park
Walk beside the Avon River as it flows over smooth granite boulders to Syd's Rapids, reading the story of one of the largest known Aboriginal campsites around Perth along the way, then picnic under the flooded gums at Walyunga or Boongarup Pool.
When Daily 8am to 5pm (gates close overnight); 5.1 km return. Wildflowers in spring
Cost $17 per car park entry
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
BOORAGOON
Heritage walk and river lookout at Wireless Hill Park
Walk the trails around the old Applecross Wireless Station, once a Noongar lookout and smoke-signal hill, to the lookout over the Swan River; in wildflower season take the popular wildflower walk.
When Any day; wildflower walk best in the Perth wildflower season
Cost No entry fee listed
Checked on the official website, 27 Sep 2026
Can't decide? Let the deck pick your Perth date
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