Australia
Perth
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
- Gateway airport
- Perth Airport (PER)
- Best season
- Mar–Apr, Sep–Dec
- Time zone
- Australia/Lord_Howe
- Sights covered
- 44 places
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Best time to visit
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First-time guide
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Getting around
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