Perth

<p>From Cottesloe to Two Rocks, Perth's Sunset Coast delivers some of Western Australia's most memorable coastal experiences. Swim, surf and snorkel your way along a string of stunning beaches in Perth, from the vibrant foreshore of Scarborough and the surf breaks of Trigg to the crystal-clear waters of Mettams Pool and Yanchep Lagoon.</p>

<p>Get among the action at a blockbuster sports or music event at Optus Stadium, home of Australia’s best stadium for three years running.</p>

<p>Breathe in the fresh air on Perth’s incredibly beautiful walking trails, which showcase a pristine and diverse natural landscape and, in season, carpets of colourful wildflowers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Enter a dynamic public space with an ever-changing mix of cultural and art-filled experiences. Set against an eye-catching backdrop of state heritage buildings and striking modern architecture, Perth’s (Boorloo's) captivating cultural precinct is home to performance spaces, art galleries and a stunning new museum that immerses you in the stories of Australia’s traditional owners and their spiritual connection to the land.&nbsp;</p>

One of the largest inner-city parks in the world, Kings Park and Botanic Garden covers 400 hectares of Perth's heart with serene natural bushland and sculpted gardens. It's perched high on the crest of Mount Eliza, making it a top spot to take in sweeping panoramas of Perth's city skyline and Swan River.

<p>Welcome to the WA Museum Boola Bardip, a vibrant arts and culture hub in the heart of Perth CBD (Boorloo). Meaning ‘many stories’ in the traditional Nyoongar language, the museum offers a bold, dynamic setting for Western Australia's fascinating stories, history and culture to unfold through state-of-the-art technology and innovative, interactive exhibits.</p>

Climb the iconic Matagarup Bridge, 314 steps up the bridge's main arch to the Sky-View platform, 72 meters above the Swan River. This is no walk up a bridge - this is a true climb. You will be required to shimmy and slide past beams to reach the SkyView Deck - an open-air viewing platform above the river before zip-lining back to home base travelling at up to 75km/hr.

<p>Home to the happiest animals on earth - quokkas – Rottnest Island (Wadjemup) is a holiday haven of pristine beaches, aquamarine bays, bike tracks and walking trails. The best part? The car-free, conservation-minded Class A reserve is only a 30-minute ferry ride from Fremantle (Walyalup) in our capital city, Perth and an unforgettable adventure for every visitor.<br> <br> Whadjuk Noongar people are the original Custodians of Wadjemup, and the island holds a rich and complex history for Aboriginal people across WA. Join an immersive Aboriginal tour or visit the Wadjemup Museum and connect to the historical, cultural and spiritual significance of the island.</p>

<p>Western Australia's oldest wine region is a patchwork of grapevines and galleries, cellar doors, breweries and produce stalls, all within easy reach of Perth. Taste more than 180 years of winemaking and choose from 150 attractions on a gentle, 32 kilometre loop drive around the region.</p>

<p>Fremantle (Walyalup) has a way of drawing you in and making you want to stay forever. Its charm is found in narrow streets lined with historic buildings, a seagull-scattered port bobbing with fishing boats, one-off shops, unconventional breweries and quirky buskers. It can be reached from central Perth via a 25-minute train ride, or half hour drive along Stirling Highway.</p>

<p>Mandurah and Peel is Perth’s aquatic and adventure playground, perfect for a day trip or short break. The region combines Mandurah’s coast and waterways, with inland forests, rivers, trails and towns.</p>