Top Western Australia Attractions & Museums

Visit Albany's Historic Whaling Station to learn about a piece of Australian history through activities, short films, and other exhibits. Stand inside converted whale-oil tanks, marvel at the skeleton of a blue whale, admire marine animal art and a collection of precious scrimshaw art, explore exhibits of whaling artifacts, and climb aboard the *Cheynes IV*, the only preserved whale chaser ship in the world.

Visit one of the most beautiful limestone caves in Western Australia on this guided tour of Lake Cave. Descend through a sinkhole in the earth and a sunken forest, and emerge into a cave full of crystal formations. Your guide will teach you about the history and geology of the cave. Also get the chance to look down on the cave from a viewing platform in the treetops, and visit the above-ground interpretive center.

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.

Enhance your visit to Western Australia’s Ngilgi Cave with a full-guided tour of ancient caverns filled with crystallized rock formations. Start along the Ancient Lands Experience for a walk through native bushland to interactive installations that teach you about the area's cultural connections. Then, take a self-guided tour through the many nooks and crannies of Ngilgi Cave as you marvel at the rock formations and hear stories from the guides stationed inside the caves.

If you plan to visit one cave in Western Australia, Mammoth Cave offers the easiest access to millennia of history, nestled in the serene setting of a karri forest. With this audio-guided tour, explore fascinating caverns at your own pace while learning about the cave’s ancient formation and the more than 10,000 fossils found inside. A headset and MP3 player are provided, along with audio commentary in five languages.

Get a behind-the-scenes look at Perth's Optus Stadium, which opened in 2018. You'll have the chance to see the coaches' and locker rooms, and admire views of the Swan River and Perth city skyline from the arena's highest point. Plus, see memorabilia depicting the sports history of Western Australia.

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.

Although Cape Leeuwin is known for its national park with diverse plant and bird life, visitors also enjoy learning about the history of this remote peninsula and one of the tallest lighthouses in Australia. This tour gives an in-depth look at a lighthouse that has been functional since the 1800s while offering stunning views of Australia’s most south-westerly point.

Feel like you’re on top of the world and soak up the incredible views from the roof of the Optus Stadium during this thrilling stadium tour. A great way to enjoy an amazing bird’s-eye view of the field of play, on a behind-the-scenes stadium tour and visit the Western Viewing Deck. Perfect for sports fans and lovers of architecture and adventure, this small-group tour is suitable for children over the age of 10.

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.

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.

See Perth’s Optus Stadium from every angle with this tour of the stadium rooftop and more. Follow your guide straight for Level 5 and access the roof and famous “sails” via the staircase or an elevator. Take a 360-degree walk around the roof, getting behind-the-scenes insights on game-day operations and stadium construction. Pose for group photos on the western deck, with views of Swan River and Perth City in the background.

With just one day to discover Perth, this time-saving tour takes in the city sights, the port town of Fremantle, and the Swan Valley. Start with a city tour, including Parliament House, Kings Park, and views along the Swan River. Continue to Fremantle, famous for its historic architecture, market, and ‘Cappuccino Strip’. Finally, explore the Swan Valley wine region, where you can enjoy wine and food tasting, spot kangaroos and koalas at the Caversham Wildlife Park, and visit Molly’s Farm.

Explore the highlights of northern Perth on this full-day adventure to Yanchep National Park, Yellagonga Regional Park, and Hillarys Boat Harbour. You’ll start your day in the CBD before beginning the journey to the northern edges of the city. Take a guided tour through Yanchep’s Crystal Cave, before visiting Loch McNess and the Koala Boardwalk. On the way back, swing by Lake Joondalup and Hillarys Marina on the Indian Ocean.

Enjoy a unique experience of one of Perth’s top attractions by exploring HALO at Optus Stadium after dark. Climb up to the roof for spectacular twilight views of the city—et go of the rail and lean out over the edge, if you dare. Get behind-the-scenes insights into the stadium's construction and operation, and enjoy a bird's eye view of the field of play.