Top Perth Sightseeing Cruises

See some of Perth’s top sights from the water on a leisurely Swan River cruise. As you depart the city center, admire Perth riverfront attractions like the Bell Tower and Kings Park, and glide past pretty suburbs to reach Fremantle, located where the river meets the Indian Ocean. Choose a departure time when booking.

Sit back, relax, and enjoy an evening on the water—this dinner cruise on the Swan River is an elegant way to see the highlights of Perth from a crowd-free vantage point. As you glide past the city's waterfront, admire Perth's skyline, listen to live music, and dine on a delicious buffet dinner. Soak up the atmosphere and have a night to remember—perfect if you're celebrating something special or want to try a new dining experience.

Wildlife lovers will enjoy the chance to spot dolphins, penguins, and sea lions on one easy cruise. You might also see pelicans and other fantastic Australian birds. This hour-long cruise takes you to the Shoalwater Islands Marine Park, rich in sea life, and ends at Penguin Island, where you can see a penguin feeding show.

Explore the Swan Valley's offerings, including wineries, a brewery, and a chocolate factory, on this full-day tour from Perth. Enjoy a filling lunch with a cheese board and more wine, followed by chocolate tasting. Then hop aboard a boat to cruise back to Perth on the Swan River, indulging in a selection of cakes and listening to live music while you admire the views.

Explore the Swan Valley on a full-day tour from Perth that combines a river cruise with a Swan Valley wine and food tour. Board the riverboat in Perth and sail upriver to the Swan Valley. Enjoy lunch onboard, then upon arrival to Swan Valley, transfer to a coach to visit local wineries and food producers for tastings. After a leisurely spin around Swan Valley, return by boat to Perth with afternoon tea served onboard.

Spend lunch on the water during this Swan River cruise departing from Perth. As you glide leisurely down the river, feast on a buffet of hot dishes, salads, fruit, and more. While you eat, take in views of Perth’s waterfront suburbs, the historic port city of Fremantle and yacht clubs. Alcoholic drinks are available to purchase. The cruise ends where it began, either in Perth or Fremantle.

Escape the busy city streets and enjoy a full-day tour to Rottnest Island from Perth. With hotel pickup (optional), ferry tickets, admission fees, and a light lunch included, the logistics are taken care off. Use free time to explore at your leisure, learn more about the island on guided bus and train tours, and look out for wildlife, including cute, quirky quokkas.

Discover the coastal charm of Perth and Fremantle on this diverse half-day sightseeing tour. Take in views of the cityscape at Kings Park Botanic Gardens, and then get a closer look at cultural landmarks on a commentated coach tour. Head to the coast to admire the famous sandy stretches of Cottesloe Beach and soak up the seaport ambiance of historic Fremantle.

A piece of paradise in the Indian Ocean just off the coast of Perth, Rottnest Island is a favorite day trip getaway due to its white-sand beaches, isolated turquoise bays, biking paths and vehicle-free environment. Travel to the island on the high-speed ferry from either Perth or Fremantle—make your choice when booking. Then spend your time on the island however you please before returning the same day by ferry. Popular activities include snorkeling, biking and looking for quokkas, the resident wildlife.

Discover Western Australia's oldest wine region on this full-day tour of the Swan Valley from Perth. Be guided through a wine tasting and then Indulge in shared platter lunch, as you cruise down the Swan River. Then, transition to a coach to tour two Swan Valley wineries and a brewery, indulge your sweet tooth with a visit to a chocolate showroom.