Top Perth Natural Attractions

The otherworldly landscapes of the Pinnacles Desert are one of Western Australia’s most impressive natural wonders. On this tour, admire the Pinnacles during a magical sunset visit, enjoy a barbecue dinner in the desert, and stay after dark to stargaze. En route, stop at Nilgen Nature Reserve to see wildflowers, sandboard at Lancelin, or visit Hangover Bay to walk on the beach and learn about indigenous food and medicine.

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.

From natural landmarks to Aboriginal culture, this day trip from Perth through Western Australia’s wheat belt area introduces you to the regional history and geological beauty that lie outside the city. Visit York, the oldest township in Avon Valley; Wave Rock and Hippo’s Yawn, unusual rock formations; Mulka's Cave, an ancient Aboriginal sacred site; and make a stop for tea in a quaint country town. You may see wildflowers in bloom from the coach between September and November.

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.

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.

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.

Swimming with wild dolphins is a must for many travelers when visiting Perth or wider Western Australia. However, knowing the right places to visit can be confusing. This full-day tour takes you to the best spots in Rockingham—around 40 minutes from the city—to see pods of dolphins thrive in their natural habitat. Snorkel alongside them, always from a respectful distance, or hop back onto the boat to watch them from the deck.

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.

Yanchep National Park is renowned for its natural caves and wildlife-watching opportunities, and is an around 45-minute drive from Perth. This half-day tour is ideal for time-crunched visitors, taking in all the highlights in just four hours. Take a bush walk beneath gigantic Banksia and Marri trees, marvel at the dramatic stalactites and stalagmites of the Crystal Cave, and look out for Aussie wildlife including kangaroos, koalas, and kookaburras.

Discover the highlights of Western Australia’s scenic south on this 4-day tour from Perth. Sample local flavors in Margaret River, cruise around the Nornalup Inlet, and see where the Indian and Southern oceans converge at the Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse. Discover the area’s natural attractions as you marvel at the vast Mammoth Cave and climb above the treetops in the Valley of the Giants.