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With its prime location beside the warm, Indian ocean Perth enjoys year round sunshine, beautiful beaches and a plethora of dazzling sights and sounds. As the capital of Western Australia, Perth is a captivating combination of cosmopolitan glamour, natural beauty and a rich colonial history. It's a wonderful place to visit during any Australian adventure, so ensure you maximise your time in this cultural goldmine; additionally, transport, walking tours and many cultural attractions are completely free, making it an ideal stop for travellers on a budget.
Begin your day with a wonderful walking tour around Perth's cultural centre.
I-City
tours offer visitors free walking tours that reveal the rich history and vibrant culture of the city. Tours leave from the
Murray Street Mall
, an expansive shopping centre that is home to designer outlets, quaint cafés and exuberant street artists. Tours accord the varying themes which include art, history or nature, so you can decide whether you explore the lush botanical gardens scattered around the city, admire innovative street art or immerse yourself in the fascinating story of the city's gold rush history. After your tour, visit the immensely popular
Perth Mint
to experience the excitement of a gold rush. Visitors can marvel at the world's largest collection of gold bars, feel the weight of gold bullions and watch a traditional gold poring ceremony in the
Melting House
.
The regal name of the
Kings Park,
located in the inner city of Perth, perfectly reflects the grandeur and beauty within. The park is one of the world's largest inner city parks and it's enviable location upon
Mount Eliza
visitors stunning views of the
Swan River
and the glittering city. Admire the towering skyscrapers in the midday sun, using the free BBQ facilities to enjoy shrip or steak purchased from independent butchers. Ensure you wander through the many botanical gardens within the park, and take the
Federation
walkway to enjoy the immense boab trees that border it. Next, take to the gentle current of the
Swan River
for a wonderfully relaxing boat ride around the city. Upon embarking, visit the architectural masterpiece of the
Swan Bell Tower
; the innovatively designed building is reminiscent of science fiction, and houses bells that date back to the 14th century. At the top, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of Perth and demonstrations of harmonious bell ringing.
Perth
is considered to be one of Australia's culinary capitals due to its incredibly fresh ingredients and wonderful location beside the ocean. Locally crafted wines compliment the rich fare offered by Perth's multicultural selection of restaurants. Head down to the silky shores of
Cottesloe Beach
to watch the sun sink into the glittering ocean before visiting one of Perth's premier coastal venues. The
Indiana Cottesloe Beach
restaurant which combines a warm and wonderful beach side ambience with bistro style food fresh from the salty ocean; a wood fired oven is used to gently cook succulent steaks and juicy shrimp which are guaranteed to delight even the most discerning palate. Complete your delectable dining experience with a carefully crafted cocktail from the extensive menu.