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We’re here to help you discover everything exciting, interesting, fun, relaxing and engaging, about Australia’s most vibrant city. Join us to start exploring now!

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There’s so much to see and do in this beautiful city. What are you looking for?

Accommodation

Perth boast a wide range of accommodation options, suitable for all travellers and all budgets. This includes luxury international hotel chains, bed and breakfasts, budget backpackers rooms, and everything in between.

If you’re visiting Perth and want to find the right place to rest your head at night, check out our Perth Accommodation guide now.

Attractions

Perth has more attractions for all ages than you could ever experience to in one trip. Scitech, St Mary’s Cathedral, Fraser Avenue Lookout, and many more adventures await when you step into the playground.

If you’re planning your trip to Perth and aren’t sure how best to spend your time, check out our guide now.

If you plan on enjoying some of these world-class natural wonderlands, then the best place to start is our guide to Perth’s beaches. Click below to get started.

Transportation

As with any city, there are a few traps for first-time visitors so we’ve put together a comprehensive guide on transportation in Perth.

Accommodation in Perth

If you’re coming to visit our beautiful city, you’re going to need somewhere nice to stay. Luckily, Perth has a wide variety of places to rest your head and stow your bags — enough to accommodate every traveller with every budget.

To see all the beautiful places you can stay in Perth, check out our comprehensive accommodation guide by clicking the button below.

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Things to do in Perth

Perth is blessed with a huge range of both natural and man-made world-class attractions to ensure your visit is exciting and fun. The biggest challenge you’re likely to face is choosing which ones to do on this trip!

To make the choice easier for you, we’ve made a comprehensive guide to some of the beset things Perth has to offer. Check it out by clicking below.

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We’re here to help you navigate the wonder, excitement, and natural beauty of Perth.

We have comprehensive guides on accommodation , beaches, transportation , attractions , weather , as well as the surrounding areas .

If you’re interested in travelling to Perth, we’ve got everything you need!

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Welcome to Perth, a vibrant city that offers something for everyone! Whether you are a newcomer or a long-time resident, we are here to provide you with a comprehensive guide to help you navigate and appreciate our beautiful city. Discover the rich history and diverse culture of Perth, as we take you on a journey through its fascinating past and vibrant present. Uncover hidden gems and local treasures that make our city unique, from historical landmarks to contemporary art scenes.

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Welcome to Perth – an amazing tourism destination, where natural beauty, Aboriginal and European culture come together to create an unparalleled experience. Perth's picturesque location on the Derbarl Yerrigan (Swan River) offers incredible opportunities for nature tourism enthusiasts.

With major capital developments and hospitality inventory, Perth has undergone a once in a 100-year transformation, attracting major international hotels and hundreds of new food and beverage outlets. The city's vibrant creative community and outstanding venues offer a world-class experience – from exhibitions to live music performances, creative festivals, and sporting events.

Tourism plays a critical role in Australia's economic future and is expected to grow faster than global GDP over the next 10 to 20 years. Perth contributes significantly to the Western Australian economy, providing a positive impact on transport, accommodation, retail, food and beverage, tours and experiences.

Positioned on the west coast of Australia, Perth is renowned as the gateway to Australia from Europe and Asia, offering visitors the perfect blend of vibrant city life and stunning natural landscapes.

Perth has received international recognition from renowned media houses, including Lonely Planet, National Geographic, CNN, the New York Times, and Forbes. Adding to its appeal, the city offers pristine beaches, world-class wineries, and spectacular national parks, all within a 30-minute drive from the city center. With eight hours of average daily sunshine year-round, Perth has earned its title as Australia's sunniest capital.

With a robust tourism ecosystem, Perth offers unparalleled support for tourism operators. The City of Perth works closely with industry associations such as Tourism WA, Tourism Council WA, Australian Hotels Association WA, and the WA Indigenous Tourism Operators Council (WAITOC), to provide representation, networking opportunities, and programs for business and workforce development.  Additionally, there is a wide range of industry events scheduled throughout the year, such as the WA Tourism Awards and the annual WA Tourism Conference.

At the City of Perth, we are dedicated to fostering an environment that celebrates tourism. Our mission is to create opportunities for tourism operators to thrive and grow, ultimately leading to exceptional experiences for our visitors.

One shining example of our commitment to growing authentic Aboriginal tourism experiences is our partnership with the WAITOC, an initiative to grow authentic Aboriginal tourism products and experiences via a workforce development program for Aboriginal tourism businesses, and with the WA Museum Boola Bardip and Tourism WA to produce Nyumbi, a weekly cultural event in the heart of the city.   

Find out information on Perth's destination tourism through the below links. 

The information below provides an overview of visitation to the Destination Perth region.

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This information below provides fast facts related to domestic visitation to the Destination Perth region.

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• City of Perth Events Plan 2023-24 3.61 MB | PDF Document
• Events Strategy 12.67 MB | PDF Document
• City of Perth Cultural Development Plan 2019 - 2029 9.51 MB | PDF Document
• City of Perth Economic Development Strategy 2022-2032 34.65 MB | PDF Document
• City of Perth Investment Profile 2023 4.8 MB | PDF Document
• Western Australian Aboriginal Tourism Action Plan 2021-2025 7.67 MB | PDF Document
• THRIVE 2030 The Re-Imagined Visitor Economy - 2022-2023 3.35 MB | PDF Document
• Deloitte - The value of tourism 6.47 MB | PDF Document

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Your Trip to Perth: The Complete Guide

Perth is the largest city on Australia's west coast and the perfect base for adventurous travelers. Surrounded by beaches, deserts, and wineries, it has a population of around 2 million people   and remains one of Australia's underrated gems.

Perth is a great destination for foodies, art lovers, and outdoorsy visitors, offering whale watching, wildflower blooms, and native wildlife, plus world-class restaurants, breweries, museums, and galleries. Read on for our guide to everything you need to know for your trip to Perth.

Planning Your Trip

• Best Time to Visit:  The best time to visit Perth is in the spring (September to November) for most travelers. Fall (March to May) is also pleasant, thanks to similarly mild temperatures , but Perth's famous wildflowers are in full bloom in spring. Summer (December to January) is peak season.
• Language:  Australia has no official language, but English is spoken almost everywhere. Many locals also speak another language at home, like Mandarin, Cantonese, or Arabic. Noongar  is the official language of the Aboriginal people of the southwest of Western Australia.
• Currency:  The Australian dollar is the national currency.
• Getting Around:  Perth's buses and trains cover most of the city and are relatively easy to use. You can buy cash tickets or use a SmartRider card across the network.
• Travel Tip:  Perth runs on Australian Western Standard Time (UTC+8) and does not use Daylight Savings, meaning it is two hours behind Sydney from April to September and three hours behind Sydney from October to March.

Things to Do

Whether you're here for the unique flora and fauna or you want to explore the urban jungle, Perth has activities for every kind of traveler. Depending on the season, you can enjoy the beautiful beaches, go for a hike, visit a museum, and get some retail therapy all in one weekend.

• In Western Australia, more than 12,000 species of wildflowers bloom every year.   The flowering season usually hits Perth in September, when Kings Park is transformed into a floral wonderland. Throughout all four seasons, Kings Park is Perth's top tourist destination, thanks to the panoramic views from the the treetop-grazing Federation Walkway .
• You can easily spend a day exploring the port city of Fremantle, which is only 45 minutes by train from the center of Perth. Spend the morning at Bathers Beach, grab lunch at the markets , then visit Fremantle Prison to learn about Western Australia's convict history.
• Take the ferry to Rottnest Island to meet one of its famous quokkas, a small, friendly marsupial that is arguably Australia's cutest animal. Rottnest also has 63 beaches   with crystal clear waters that are ideal for snorkeling. The ferry takes around 30 to 90 minutes, depending on where you board.

Explore more of Perth's coastline with our article on the best beaches in Perth .

What to Eat and Drink

Perth is packed with incredible restaurants, cafes, and bars that make the most of the city's seafood and fresh agricultural produce. You'll find many top fine dining spots in the city center and around Elizabeth Quay, while Fremantle is known for its wine bars and trendy cafes.

The inner-city neighborhood of Northbridge is the heart of Perth's nightlife scene, with pubs, bars, and clubs open into the early hours every weekend. You can also find Perth's Chinatown here, with plenty of authentic Asian dining options and fun late-night restaurants.

Check out our complete guides to which  dishes to eat  and the  best restaurants in Perth .

Where to Stay

The Perth metropolitan area (including the neighboring port city of Fremantle) covers around 2,500 square miles with about the same population density as Houston, Texas, so we recommend staying close to the main hubs.

Most boutique and luxury hotels are concentrated along the Swan River in the Central Business District (CBD), Northbridge, and South Perth, close to all the main attractions.

Over by the ocean, Fremantle is home to quirkier and more affordable offerings, and Scarborough hosts a couple of beachside resorts that are popular with families. There are also plenty of Airbnbs throughout the city and a good selection of airport hotels.

Learn about the different neighborhoods you can stay in and our recommendations for the best hotels in this guide .

Getting There

Almost all international visitors will fly into Perth Airport (PER). It is also possible to take the Indian Pacific luxury rail service from Sydney to Perth, or drive the 2,500-mile journey across Australia. The airport is located in the east of the city, and a 20-minute taxi or ride-share service will cost around AU$43 ($25).

You can also take Bus 380 from Terminal 1 and 2 or Bus 40 from Terminal 3 and 4, which will cost around $3. Renting a car can be cost effective and convenient if you're planning on traveling more around Western Australia.

Culture and Customs

Perth is safe, modern, and welcoming to visitors. The city is located on the traditional lands of the Noongar, an Aboriginal people made up of 14 different language groups, who lived in Western Australia for at least 45,000 years prior to British colonization in 1829.  

Tipping in Australia  is voluntary and usually only done at upmarket restaurants and bars (around 10 percent is standard). At hotels and with taxi drivers, feel free to tip a dollar or two if you would like to, but it's not expected. Servers and other hospitality workers receive a relatively high minimum wage, meaning tips do not make up an integral part of their income.

Money Saving Tips

Traveling in Australia is generally not cheap, and Perth is no different. You are likely to spend a large proportion of your budget on food if you plan on dining out, as well as public transport or car rental for day trips . However, it is possible to stretch your savings a little further with these tips.

• Perth's public transport system includes a free transit zone in the center of the city, as well as free CAT buses that run seven days a week in the city and Fremantle.
• The city offers free walking tours at 9:45 a.m. every day except Sunday, leaving from the Perth City Visitor Kiosk near the Perth Underground train station. You can register by email ([email protected]) or by visiting the kiosk.
• Access to the Perth Cultural Centre in Northbridge is generally free, but there may be an entrance fee for some special exhibitions. The Cultural Centre includes the  Art Gallery of Western Australia , the  State Library of Western Australia  and the  Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts .

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About the Perth Region Tourism Organisation

The perth region tourism organisation inc. (prto), trading as destination perth, is the perth region's peak destination marketing organisation responsible for promoting the city and surrounds as a desirable leisure destination..

PRTO is a not-for-profit marketing organisation managed by its CEO and staff and overseen by a skill-based Executive Board consisting of representatives from the tourism industry. It was established in 2004 to act as the primary body for the marketing of Perth and surrounds to domestic and international consumers, travel trade and media.

• Our vision:  to establish the Perth region as the western gateway to Australia and a must-visit and experientially diverse destination.
• Our purpose:  to work collaboratively with stakeholders to develop and facilitate cohesive destination marketing activities to increase visitation resulting in economic benefit.

Our Organisational Funding

Our organisational funding is sourced from three main areas:

• Payment under contract from Tourism Western Australia to market the region;
• Membership fees; and
• Revenue secured from co-operative marketing activities with our members and strategic partnerships with local councils, shires and other stakeholders contained within the region.

2022/23 PRTO Annual Report

Click here  to view the 2022/23 PRTO Annual Report.

The Perth Region 

As one of Western Australia’s five government funded, regional tourism organisations, we work both independently and in partnership with Tourism Australia, Tourism Western Australia, the tourism industry and key local stakeholders. We represent the Perth and Surrounds region consisting of six tourism precincts as follows:

• Fremantle  and  Rottnest Island
• Sunset Coast
• Peel  and  Rockingham
• Swan Valley  and  Darling Range
• Avon Valley

Destination Marketing 

PRTO is active across multiple distribution channels and has a dedicated team of marketing professionals who work on a program of strategic activities in domestic and key international markets. Our hands-on approach and diverse  marketing activities  strengthen industry-bound business relationships, form key partnerships with trade and develop strong influential messages targeted direct to consumers. Our marketing strategies include a schedule of brand and tactical advertising campaigns and promotions, integrated across various media platforms with a strong digital focus to target consumers who seek inspiration for travel online. Our social media activity creates destination awareness and engagement and is also an important channel in our marketing strategy.

Membership with PRTO

We represent a membership base of more than 500 tourism operators including accommodation and entertainment venues, attractions, transport providers, tour and cruise operators plus restaurants located across the region. Get comprehensive information on our  Accommodation, Attraction, Tour, Food and Drink, Retail, Hire and Service  operators and learn about our community of members.

Membership with our organisation is a mutually beneficial relationship and suits all businesses that are stakeholders of Perth's tourism industry. As a member, your support helps us to promote the destination worldwide building a stronger visitor economy for Perth and surrounds and ultimately driving visitors to your door.

Any entity that owns a tourism business or a tourism service within the Perth and surrounds region is eligible to become a member of PRTO.  Click here to find out more about membership with the PRTO .

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Western Australia’s Innovators of the Year: 2024 application information

Applications opened 24 April 2024 and will close at 11:00AM (AWST), Friday 31 May 2024.

We are looking for exceptional innovators in Western Australia who have developed an outstanding innovative product, technology, or service, which is at the emerging innovation or growth phase of development. The innovation must demonstrate an economic, social, and/or environmental benefit to Western Australia. 

Now in its 18th year, the 2024 program recognises WA innovators across 5 categories. Category winners will share in the program's largest ever prize pool of $240,000. In addition to the funding available, the WAIOTY program offers all finalists:

• A professionally edited 2-minute video of their innovation which is shown at the Awards Ceremony and is gifted to the finalist following the conclusion of the program for marketing and promotion of their business and innovation.
• Professional photographs of the company and their innovation.
• Featured in a Business News full-page spread with their finalist peers.
• An invitation to an 'Accelerator Program', with workshops and webinars to refine your pitch presentation, protect your IP, grant writing and more.

More information on the relevant categories is available below, including how to apply. A new category for innovation within the public sector will open soon. 

All award winners will be announced at the WAIOTY Awards Ceremony, which will take place in October 2024.

Find detailed application guidelines in the WAIOTY 2024 Application Guidelines document, accessible under 'Publications' at the bottom of the page.

You must submit your application through the online grants portal below.

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Applications will close at 11am (AWST) on Friday 31 May 2024. Late applications or changes to applications will not be accepted after the closing date and time.

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Cash Prize: $20,000 

Business News Great for the State Platinum Award

The award in this category goes to a WA applicant that has a compelling story to tell and best promotes WA as an ‘innovative state’. How did the innovation come about? What is the founders’ story? What problem does the innovation solve, and how, and why would this be of interest to a general business/news audience? Could the story be told in an engaging way on a podcast for example?

To be considered for this award you need to indicate via a tick box on the online application form under the Platinum Sponsor Awards tab

Cash Prize: $10,000. The cash prize will be accompanied by an advertising, subscription and sponsorship pack to the value of $10,000.

Publications

Western Australia's Innovators of the Year: Application Guidelines

WA Innovator of the Year

• WA's Innovators of the Year
• Past winners and finalists
• Resources toolkit

New Industries Fund

• Our programs
• Useful resources
• Completed programs

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Innovation team Email: [email protected]

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Acknowledgement of Country

The Government of Western Australia acknowledges the traditional custodians throughout Western Australia and their continuing connection to the land, waters and community. We pay our respects to all members of the Aboriginal communities and their cultures; and to Elders both past and present.