Perth

Perth is the capital and largest city of the Australian state of Western Australia, and the fourth-largest city in Australia, with a population of 1,554,769 and is currently the fastest growing area in Australia. Perth is located alongside the peaceful waters of the Swan River, 20km inland of the Indian Ocean on the West Coast of Australia. Perth city centre bustles with activity and offers a range of choices for shopping, entertainment, accommodation, activities and dining.

If you enjoy long relaxing walks along clean sandy beaches, swimming in the surf on a warm sunny day, or perhaps lazing on a beach towel while watching the world go by, then a visit to the Sunset Coast of Perth is for you. Fremantle which lies just south of Perth on the coast of Western Australia, is a very popular spot for the locals and visitors to come and visit.  You can find interesting markets, entertainments and an array of al fresco restaurants to choose from at any time of the week.

Dining is a favorite pass time for everyone, no matter what time of year it is, and while holidaying in Perth you can discover the Plethora of restaurants and cafes that there are to choose from in this wonderful city. Perth is a city of new taste sensations, and there are restaurants and cafes which cater for every tastebud. Australia's multicultural society is never more evident than in the choice of restaurants available to diners. A wander through Northbridge on any evening will bring to your senses delicious aromas from around the globe; well-established Italian, Greek and Chinese restaurants abound, and newer to Perth but equally well-received are Indian, Thai and Vietnamese.

There truly is just so much to see and do while here in the capital of Western Australia, with surrounding regions such as the Swan Valley, Fremantle, Northbridge and the Australian bushland.  Why not take a trip to the wonderful Swan Valley, and area that is steeped in history and is one of Western Australia's oldest wine regions. The region is home to more than 40 vineyards, many of which are still run by the original families which started the wineries many years ago.

If you are looking to immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Australian bushland, you can embark on a number of fantastic tours or perhaps set out by yourself, to discover the wonder that surrounds this glorious city.  Perth is fringed by Australian most beautiful National Parks where you can find hiking tracks, camping grounds, waterfalls, picnic areas and so much more that will have you exploring and discovering until your heart is content. With the rolling hills and valleys, orchards and wineries, there is nowhere like Perth where you can have a taste of everything, and have it all within easy reach.

Just a short ferry ride from Perth or Fremantle is Rottnest Island, a popular holiday destination which offers a very relaxed atmosphere. Meet the Quokka, a unique little marsupial which is responsible for the islands name. Perth has a number of locations which jump into life, especially at the weekends. Just outside the Perth city centre is the Perth district of Northbridge where you will find a range of nightclubs, pubs, cafes and eateries, offering an eclectic mix of cultures and cuisines. Meanwhile, south of Perth in Fremantle things are jumping at the local nightclubs and bars. If you are looking for the Perth nightlife, you are sure to find it at one of these locations.

 There are over 80 kilometres of white sandy beaches that makes Perth's coast ideal for swimming and surfing.  Or you could take a stroll through Kings Park botanical gardens, or try the treetop walk for a unique view of the city. There are free barbecue facilities and plenty of picnic spots to dine among the gum trees and if sport is more your thing why not catch a game of cricket, Aussie Rules or rugby at one of the sporting stadiums. You can also jump on a ferry to South Perth to take that world-famous snap of Perth's skyline.
Activities on land or on the water, it is all possible in Perth! No matter what you are looking for out of a holiday, you can do it all in this wonderful capital city of Perth.