Top Perth Historical Tours

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.

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.

The Best Way to Discover Perth: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a photo at the Perth Town Hall or a visit to Saint Mary’s Cathedral and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way. Learn the history/legends of each site. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: Spanda, The Bell Tower, St George’s Anglican Cathedral, Perth Town Hall, RPH Museum, Saint Mary’s Cathedral, The Perth Mint, and Queens Gardens.

If you are planning a romantic day in Perth, look no farther than the Bell Tower, located on the banks of the Swan River in Barrack Square. This Romance Package includes two tickets to the Bell Tower Experience tour and a personalized engraved love lock, which you can lock next to others on a chain at the Bell Tower or take home as a souvenir.

Visit Rottnest Island's top destinations on an easy full-day tour from Perth. After hotel pickup, transfer to the high-speed ferry, then take a historic train ride up to the WWII Oliver Hill Battery. After, hop on a bus for the Grand Island tour to see the Wadjemup Lighthouse, Henrietta Rocks, and other island landmarks. Learn more about the island via live commentary and have free time to explore before heading back to Perth.

Take a Walk on the Dark Side... Discover Perth’s darkest true crime tales intertwined with its shadowy past... Follow the trail on a guided tour of Perth’s historic crime sites, walking in the shadows of notorious criminals and learning about the dark history that the city keeps concealed. Step back into an age of scandal, devious alibis, and solved and unsolved crimes as you wander through Perth’s hidden-in-plain-sight crime spots. Be captivated by the eerie contrast of Perth’s peaceful scenery and its violent criminal past, with plenty of chances to capture unique photographs. Perth, where black swans grace the waters, but with a history shaped by black swan events at the hands of Australia’s most notorious criminals. Explore the planet’s most isolated capital, where beneath the peaceful facade lies a dark legacy of sinister criminals and infamous events that rattled Perth’s foundations. ...stories Perth wished the Swan River had swept away...

Rather than sticking to the beaten path, see Perth through the perspective of a local during a private and personalized tour with someone who knows the city best. Don’t follow an itinerary that doesn’t take your interests into account. Instead, complete a pre-tour questionnaire that tailors the tour to your tastes, whether you want to enjoy riverside views at Elizabeth Quay or follow leafy paths in Kings Park.

This convenient day tour is the easy way to visit the "wheatbelt" area from Perth. The area is enormous, so you can’t see it all in a day, but you can see a lot with the help of a local guide. Choose the sights and activities that interest you most; as this is a private tour you have the ability to customize the itinerary. Visit a range of natural and cultural attractions, and enjoy a classic Aussie road trip.

Discover Perth's sun-drenched beauty and laid-back charm with the self-guided audio tour, allowing you to explore Australia's most isolated capital at your own pace. Begin at Kings Park and Botanic Garden where 400 hectares of bushland and manicured gardens provide panoramic views across the Swan River to the gleaming CBD skyline and the Darling Range beyond. Wander through the streets of Fremantle. Discover the pristine beaches stretching north from Cottesloe through Scarborough to the coastal suburbs. Explore Elizabeth Quay's waterfront regeneration where restaurants, public art, and ferry connections have transformed the city's relationship with the Swan River. Ferry across to Rottnest Island where car-free roads and secluded bays feel like centuries were removed from mainland development. Experience the Swan Valley's wineries and artisan producers just 25 minutes from the city, then discover the indigenous heritage that stretches back 50,000 years at sites throughout the region.

If you want to explore Rottnest Island the easy way, this guided day trip from Hillarys Boat Harbour in Perth takes care of the logistics for you. Cruise across the Indian Ocean on a high-speed ferry in roughly 40 minutes, then enjoy free time to explore the main settlement, nearby beaches, and spot the island’s famous quokkas. When you’re ready to see more without the walking or cycling, hop on an air-conditioned bus tour and relax as your driver shares live commentary on the island’s history, culture, and natural highlights. At the end of the day, simply return to the jetty and catch your ferry back to the mainland—no planning required.

Welcome to Perth, the capital of Western Australia! As we embark on this walking tour, you'll explore the city's diverse landmarks and cultural sites. We'll visit iconic spots, each offering a glimpse into the city's history and development. This tour will guide you through Perth's transformation from a small settlement to a thriving metropolis. We'll highlight the city's unique blend of history, culture, showcasing how these elements have shaped Perth into the vibrant city it is today. Go at your own pace on this GPS, location aware, smartphone guided walking tour that you can go anytime, 24/7/365.

Explore all the highlights of Rottnest Island on this full-day adventure, which includes hotel transfers, return ferry tickets from Perth and a Bayseeker Bus tour. One of the few vehicles allowed on the island, this guided bus tour is the best way to see all the island’s sights, including Wadjemup Lighthouse, the seal colony at Cathedral Rocks, a shipwreck, the old WWII barracks, and even migrating humpback whales (in season).

Welcome to Perth’s ultimate slow-burn story — a self-guided walking tour where the city reveals itself one thoughtful step at a time. This isn’t a checklist sprint between landmarks; it’s Perth loosening its collar and showing its personality. You’ll wander through expressive streets, creative hubs, heritage buildings, riverside calm, and leafy pauses that feel suspiciously good for the soul. Along the way are theatres with flair, libraries made for lingering, arcades that protect everyday rituals, and river views that quietly reset your mood. There’s humour tucked into history, calm behind the city buzz, and moments where Perth gently nudges you to slow down. No rush, no pressure — just stories, scenery, and a city that prefers conversation over performance.

Experience some of Western Australia’s unique natural and cultural gems on this full-day tour from Perth. Discover a little-known slice of Australian history at New Norcia’s Benedictine Abbey, where you can browse sacred artifacts and buy unique handmade goods. After an included lunch, travel to Nambung National Park to experience a walk amongst the moon-like landscapes of the Pinnacles Desert.

Experience the natural beauty and diverse landscapes of Western Australia on this small-group day tour. Visit Yanchep National Park to spot native wildlife. Discover the unique limestone pillars of the Pinnacles Desert in Nambung National Park. Enjoy lunch by the sea in Cervantes, and explore the giant sand dunes of Lancelin. During wildflower season, see the region burst into vibrant color. Travel in comfort with a Local Guide and small group for a personal and relaxed adventure.

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 Walk on the Dark Side... Get comfortably unsettled on a journey through Perth’s supernatural past, where some secrets refuse to stay buried. - Follow the trail of phantom sightings through the streets of old Perth. - Discover the unsettling account of an apparition entangled with bigamy, deception and murder. - Hear of a haunted gunman, a daring escape and the spirit that haunted him. - Learn what happened when an author brought his belief in the spirit world to Perth. - Encounter restless spirits, clairvoyants and curious supernatural claims. - Uncover the troubling history of Perth’s baby farms. Perth’s familiar streets hold uneasy memories of hidden bodies, strange visitors and encounters that witnesses struggled to explain. Behind the ghostly reports lie stories of deception, tragedy and a longing to reach beyond the grave. Join us for an evening with the stories that once set the city talking. …some residents never checked out…

SMALL GROUP PERTH DAY TOUR. Botanical Aviaries | Farm Flavours | Historic New Norcia | Lunch Included. Leave the city behind you on this full-day tour from Perth to the Wheatbelt and immerse yourself in the true taste of WA. Where else can you sample farm fresh gelato in the morning and explore a Spanish style outback monastery in the afternoon while being surrounded by ancient olive groves? We’ll stop by lush countryside gardens, admire over 450 different bird species and indulge in local produce along the way. We complete our day with a historical tour of New Norcia, where you'll encounter the only working and living monastic town in the Australia. With a maximum of 5 guests per tour you are guaranteed a VIP personal experience. Tour operates Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Wander Perth the way it likes best—slow, sunny, and slightly unbothered. This self-guided walk flows from the calm of state war memorial perth and the colourful perth clock, past history with lord forrest perth, and into the green heart of kings park perth, kings park wa, and kings park and botanic garden perth wa. Climb the twisty dna tower / dns tower perth, breathe deep at lake claremont perth and Allen park, then follow the coast to swanbourne beach perth, north cottesloe beach, cottesloe beach in perth, and cottesloe beach perth. Discover a Perth secret garden, sip by Indiana Teahouse Perth, pass sea view golf club Perth, explore The Cove Perth, Mosman beach Perth, Leighton Beach Perth, and finish at Port Beach Perth.

Get to know Perth at your own pace on a hop-on hop-off tour that you can customize to suit your interests and time constraints. Cruise around the city by double-decker bus to see sights like the Bell Tower, Kings Park, the Swan River waterfront, and the Botanic Gardens. While you drive, listen to audio commentary available in different languages—there’s even an English channel for kids.

Enjoy a hassle-free way to experience the best of Rottnest Island on this full-day trip. Travel to Rottnest by ferry from either Perth or Fremantle, then embark on a sightseeing tour of the island by coach. While listening to your guide’s narration, check out landmarks including the West End and Wadjemup Lighthouse. Then, have free time to explore the car-free island at your leisure, and see the sights that interest you most.

Enjoy a taste of the best of the southwest region of Margaret River on this diverse, full-day tour from Perth. Along the way, visit the record-setting Busselton Jetty and Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, where the Indian and Southern Oceans meet. Indulge in lunch and beer tastings at a boutique brewery, and learn about the area’s ancient geologic history as you wander through the magnificent formations of Mammoth Cave.

Experience the best of Perth on a relaxed 5-hour small-group tour with a maximum of 12 guests. Enjoy spectacular Swan River and city views, visit The Perth Mint for its famous live gold pour and extraordinary gold exhibition, take part in the interactive Bell Chiming Experience at The Bell Tower, and finish with panoramic views from Kings Park. At The Perth Mint, discover Western Australia’s gold-rush history, see the world’s largest gold coin and, from 26 September 2026, the Guinness World Records™ World’s Largest Gold Bar, weighing 521.2 kg. At The Bell Tower, try chiming the historic Swan Bells yourself and receive your Bell Chiming Certificate. Hotel pickup and return, guided sightseeing, Perth Mint Gold Tour and Bell Tower Bell Chiming Experience are all included.