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Perth is the main city of Western Australia and the country's fourth-largest. It's a great place to explore at a relaxed pace, with attractions like Kings Park, the Art Gallery of Western Australia, and Perth Zoo.

Updated August 15, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

Perth
Gateway airport
Perth Airport (PER)
Best season
Mar–Apr, Sep–Dec
Time zone
Australia/Lord_Howe
Sights covered
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Central Park

Views & landmarks

Central Park

A skyscraper in downtown Perth and one of the city's iconic landmarks. It's a great spot for a stroll through the city center while taking in the modern skyline.

Leederville

Shopping & districts

Leederville

Leederville is a neighbourhood just northwest of Perth's city centre in Australia. It's a nice place for a leisurely walk to soak up the local atmosphere.

Kings Park

Zoos & aquariums

Kings Park

A vast 400-hectare park with sweeping views over the city of Perth and Perth Water, it stands as Western Australia's premier green space. It's a great place for a leisurely walk while taking in the open scenery.

Perth Zoo

Zoos & aquariums

Perth Zoo

Perth Zoo opened in 1898 and is home to around 1,200 animals across some 160 species, alongside a wide variety of plants. With such a long history, it offers plenty for family travellers to enjoy.

Art Gallery of Western Australia

Museums & galleries

Art Gallery of Western Australia

An art gallery in Perth's Cultural Centre, neighboring the Western Australian Museum and State Library, making it easy to visit together. The main building, opened in 1979, is connected to a former courthouse.

St Mary's Cathedral, Perth

Temples & religious sites

St Mary's Cathedral, Perth

This is the cathedral of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Perth, the city's principal church overseen by the archbishop. It's a good place to spend a quiet moment exploring the interior and exterior at your own pace.

Crown Perth

Culture & venues

Crown Perth

Crown Perth is an integrated resort on the Swan River in Burswood, featuring a casino, a theatre, and a wide range of restaurants and bars. With three hotels on site, it brings accommodation and entertainment together in one place.

Perth Mosque

Temples & religious sites

Perth Mosque

The oldest mosque in Perth and the second-oldest purpose-built mosque building in Australia. It's a historically significant piece of Islamic architecture, worth a quiet visit.

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Average temperature by month

5-year average

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23° Mar
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17° May
14° Jun
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23° Dec

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