Top Western Australia Arts & Design

Take a tour through Waringarri Arts, the first wholly Aboriginal-owned art centre in Western Australia. Experience a traditional Mantha welcome and immerse yourself in the rich stories of Indigenous art, culture and history. Explore the artist studios, meet artists at work, and gain insight into their creative process. Visit the cultural garden and enjoy a taste of delicious homemade damper and seasonal bush foods. - Discover the rich stories behind Indigenous art at Waringarri Arts and learn about the history of the art centre. - Meet local artists and observe their creative processes firsthand - Enjoy a traditional Mantha welcome - Taste delicious homemade damper and seasonal bush foods

Explore Fremantle’s rich history and vibrant culture on foot. This tour will showcase Fremantle's colonial past, featuring stories of daring prisoner escapes and Indigenous history. The tour includes visits to historic sites like Fremantle Prison and showcases local street art and cultural landmarks.

Whether you’ve just arrived in Perth and want to explore or you’ve already seen all the major sights and want to dig deeper, this easy-going walking tour is a great way to see the city and discover what’s on offer: food, art, nightlife and much more that you won’t find in any guidebook. Walk the streets and laneways in a small group so you’re not fighting to see your guide or stay on the footpath.

Unleash your family's curiosity at Scitech, Perth's only hands-on science museum with the largest planetarium in Australia, offering an affordable and educational adventure - rain or shine.

Visit the Bell Tower, one of the largest musical instruments in the world, located in the heart of Perth in vibrant Barrack Square. Also known as the Swan Bells, the bell tower contains twelve bells made in the 14th century for St Martin-in-the-Fields church in London's Trafalgar Square. Learn how the bells came to Australia, discover the art of bell ringing, and soak in panoramic views of the city, Swan River and Elizabeth Quay from the open-air Observation Deck.

Learn all about gold and the Western Australian gold rush of the 1890s during a one-hour tour of the Perth Mint. One of Western Australia’s oldest heritage sites, the Perth Mint features multimedia presentations, historic images and artifacts, and a dazzling array of pure gold that includes natural gold nuggets and a solid gold bar. Learn more than you would on a self-led tour of this interesting site.

Visit Leeuwin Estate for a tour and tasting that provides a relaxed introduction to the estate's wines. Your tour includes morning tea, a wine tasting with paired foods, and a look into the winemaking process. You'll also hear about the family-owned winery's long association with the arts, and special events including cooking classes, wine dinners, and a summer concert series.

Step into The Nostalgia Box to see the history of home video game consoles and play some classic games. The collection includes the first video console made for home use, the Magnavox Odyssey from 1972, and subsequent early consoles from Atari and Nintendo, in addition to newer models such as the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. You can play retro games including Super Mario Brothers, Space Invaders, Donkey Kong and Crash Bandicoot. Fun for all ages, whether you are reliving your youth or introducing the kids to the games.

Take a tour of the Bell Tower in Perth near Elizabeth Quay and learn about the ancient bells—including the huge ANZAC bell. Running daily, this tour is perfectly timed to take in the midday ringing of the ANZAC bell. You’ll also have the chance to go behind-the-scenes into the ringing chamber and hear a popular WWI song played on the Carillon while enjoying views over the Swan River from the sixth-floor observation deck.

Turn your visit to the Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse into an immersive journey to the past on a 30-minute tour. Learn about harrowing shipwrecks, life as a lighthouse keeper, and more. Be sure to have your camera ready for the panoramic views of the Margaret River Region at the top of the lighthouse. Offered from 9:30am to 4:30pm, you can enjoy the guided tour whenever it works for your busy schedule.

Plan your trip ahead of time with an admission ticket to the National Anzac Centre. Learn about Albany's involvement in World War I through historical artifacts, interactive technology, and multimedia. Each visitor can assume the identity of a service man or woman and trace their journey through the Great War in an immersive learning experience. Entry ticket is valid any time during opening hours; access to all buildings within the Princess Royal fortress included.

Explore the vibrant Miriwoong culture on a guided tour through the stunning landscapes of Mirima National Park. During this enriching experience, local Aboriginal guides will lead a 30-minute walk, revealing ancient rock art and sharing traditional bush tucker knowledge. Engage with Miriwoong culture and Dreamtime stories while visiting the renowned Waringarri Aboriginal Arts, the first Aboriginal-owned art centre in Western Australia. Enjoy homemade damper and bush foods as you connect with local artists in their studios, learning about Indigenous art firsthand. - Guided 30-minute walk through Mirima National Park with local Aboriginal guides - Discover traditional plant uses and view historical rock art sites - Experience a traditional Mantha welcome - Visit Waringarri Arts Centre to engage with artists and taste delicious bush foods