Bunbury

Bunbury in Western Australia, is a pretty port located south along the coast from Perth, and it is a popular holiday destination and home to a number of dolphins and plenty of Blue Manna Crabs. Bunbury is a major port and business centre of the southwest and a hub of regional development. 173km south of Perth, Bunbury has all the major benefits of city-living commercial opportunities, facilities and attractions mixed into a beautiful, lush seaside setting with a country pace. The fishing, swimming beaches, temperate climate and proximity to the southwest’s popular towns make Bunbury a popular spot for holidaymakers heading down the coast south of Perth.

Today, Bunbury is one of Western Australians largest towns and is home to some major industries such as farming and agriculture, wine production, woodchips, alumina and of course, tourism. When looking for things to do why not check out the Kings Cottage Museum with its valuable collection of pioneering material and its recreations of various periods in local history or travel to Boulters Heights with its man-made waterfall and views over the harbour.

There are a number of other tourist attractions around Bunbury, including the Big Swamp Wildlife Park, the Bunbury Regional Art Galleries and the interesting King Cottage. You can also visit the nearby 4 metres by 7 metres church in Australind, or join one of the walking tours around the town, or a Cheese and Wine Cruise. Due to the many Bottlenose Dolphins that call Bunbury their home, a popular activity is a visit to the Dolphin Discovery Centre on Koombana Beach. You can swim and snorkel with the dolphins within the Dolphin Discovery Centres Interaction area all year around. If you'd prefer to stay dry, but still see the dolphins you can join a cruise from the centre to go dolphin spotting.

If you are looking for something to do on land then why not take a walk along the boardwalk that has been constructed around the white mangrove area surrounding Bunbury. Estimated to be 20,000 years old you can go bird watching or simply just take a leisurely walk through this fascinating area. Then after that take a drive to the 400 year old Tuart Forest National Park and located really close to Bunbury are the towns of Bridgetown, Manjimup and the apple-growing town of Donnybrook. Why stay awhile and wander through the quaint shops and relax in one of the al fresco dining restaurants and give your taste buds a treat.

If you can think of it, then Bunbury has it! No matter what kind of holiday you are wanting, you will be able to do as little or as much as you want in this beautiful seaside location. Choose from all kinds of water sports, dolphin encounters, boat & fishing charters, crabbing, walk & bike tracks, canoeing, historic tours, sailing, swimming, fishing, surfing, golfing, wine tasting, live shows, theatre, festivals, aboriginal culture, arts and crafts, markets, animal parks, abseiling, sky diving, white water rafting, horse riding, and that is just to name a few! Not only does Bunbury offer up fantastic attractions but you can also expect to have at your fingertips some world class diving experiences, beautiful beaches that are perfect for swimming, surfing and snorkelling as well as glorious picnic area that fringe the foreshore for the perfect day out with the family.

With so many things to see and do in Bunbury you really will work up and amazing appetite so why not wander on down to the 'Cappuccino Strip' on Victoria Street where you will find some excellent cafes and restaurants. Tantalise your taste buds with a variety of local produce and freshly caught seafood, or perhaps a taste of Asian, the Mediterranean, Italian, Ireland or Mexico is more what you are looking for. If you are after a particular taste you are sure to find it!

Bunbury is a glorious seaside town that is a hive of activity no matter what time of day or night it is. If you are wanting to do something then you are sure to find it in Bunbury! From relaxing to blood pumping adventure, you can have it all when you holiday at this spectacular place.