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Lavender Estate | Yanchep, WA
Carabooda
Nature & Scenic
Working lavender farm and pick-your-own destination north of Perth. Rows of purple blooms stretch across the property, and visitors can cut their own bunches during the season. Best visited in late spring when the flowers are at their peak, though the farm shop stays open year-round.
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New Norcia
Perth, Australia
Historic
Australia's only monastic town. 19th-century Benedictine monastery, museum, art gallery, and the famous Abbey bakery.
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Tourist Wheel Fremantle
Fremantle
Play
A 40-metre observation wheel on the Fremantle waterfront. The gondolas take about 12 minutes to complete a full rotation, offering views across the port, the Indian Ocean, and inland to the Perth hills on clear days. It's a straightforward ride with no surprises, best timed for late afternoon when the light softens.
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Spice Master Noodle House
Northbridge, Australia
Restaurant
Casual Sichuan noodle house on William Street in Northbridge — chilli-forward Sichuan noodles, cheap and quick. A small busy spot, best as a fast mid-meal.
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SIMPLE Italian Cucina Pizzeria Perth Waterfront
Perth
Restaurant
Wood-fired pizzeria on the Perth waterfront. Sourdough bases are fermented for 72 hours, and the kitchen sources Italian flour and San Marzano tomatoes. Expect a wait on weekends, but weeknight visits are quieter.
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Canning Bridge
Applecross
Historic
Historic stone bridge spanning the Canning River, built in 1900. The arches and pylons are visible from the water below, and locals often stop mid-crossing to watch rowers and kayakers pass underneath. Parking is tight on weekends, so arriving early pays off.
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Homm Dessert Perth Vic Park
East Victoria Park
Restaurant
Thai-style dessert and beverage spot in East Vic Park. Known for rolled ice cream, mango sticky rice, and Thai milk tea made to order. Counter service, casual vibe, can get busy on weekends.
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Gemini
Perth
Restaurant
Italian restaurant in central Perth serving pasta, risotto and meat dishes. The space has a stripped-back fit-out with exposed brick and a focus on ingredient quality over decor. Lunch bookings fill quickly, so timing matters.
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Ria Ayam Penyet
Victoria Park
Restaurant
Indonesian restaurant serving penyet-style chicken and sambal-heavy dishes. The rendang here comes from a recipe that's been refined over two decades. Lunch crowds are intense, so arriving before noon or after 1.30pm keeps the wait manageable.
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BattleKart Perth
Malaga
Play
Indoor go-kart racing with multi-level track design and competitive lap timing. The venue runs regular league nights and hosts corporate groups, so there's a mix of casual racers and serious competitors on any given evening. Book ahead on weekends, as track time fills fast.
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Koombana Park Lookout
Bunbury
Nature & Scenic
Elevated lookout over Koombana Bay with views across the water to the Leschenault Inlet. The park sits on a rise that gives a clear sightline to shipping traffic and the far shoreline. Worth timing for late afternoon when the light flattens the water.
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Monkey & Bird
Perth
Café
Brunch and lunch spot in Perth CBD known for house-made pastries and coffee. The sourdough croissants are laminated in-house daily. Seating is tight and it fills fast on weekends, so early arrival pays off.
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Mount Lyell Park Gazebo
Mosman Park
Nature & Scenic
A small hilltop gazebo in a quiet residential park with views across the Swan River to Perth's skyline. The spot sits above the river on the eastern edge of Mosman Park, away from the busier foreshore reserves. It's a short walk from the car park and suits a quick stop rather than a long visit.
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Hong Kei
Willetton
Restaurant
Cantonese restaurant in Willetton serving dim sum, roasted meats, and noodle dishes. The roasted duck comes with a crispy, caramelised skin and is carved tableside. Lunch crowds can be heavy, so arriving before noon or after 1.30pm works better.
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Cape Peron (Point Peron)
Shoalwater, Australia
Beach
Limestone headland south of Rockingham, jutting into Shoalwater Islands Marine Park. West-facing for sunset, with snorkelling on the calm southern side over limestone reef and WW2 bunker remnants up top. No shade, no facilities — bring water, and the Penguin Island ferry leaves from Mersey Point just up the road for a longer day.
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Araluen Botanic Park
Perth, Australia
Nature & Scenic
Fifty-nine hectares of heritage Hills gardens. Famous for spring tulips, autumn colour, and cascading waterfalls.
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S&R Orchard Perth
Walliston
Café
Orchard café and farm shop in the Perth Hills. Locals come for the seasonal fruit pies and jams made from what's growing on the property. Trade-off: it's a 30-minute drive from the city, so worth timing with a broader Hills trip.
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Bells Rapids
Brigadoon, Australia
Hike
Rapids and waterfalls along the Avon River in the Valley. Dog-friendly trails, big boulders, and a winter waterfall show that's worth the trip.
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Le Petit Chef - Perth
Perth
Entertainment
Intimate dining theatre where a tiny animated chef cooks on your table. The production runs about 75 minutes across three courses, with the chef character responding to diners' reactions. Book well ahead, as tables fill fast.
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Grand Lane Public Art
Perth
Museum & Gallery
A laneway in Perth's CBD transformed with commissioned public art and murals. The space evolved from a neglected alley into a cultural corridor where local and visiting artists have left work across the walls. Worth a quick walk through if passing nearby, though the art rotation means it changes over time.
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Art Gallery of Western Australia
Perth, Australia
Museum & Gallery
Free gallery in the Perth Cultural Centre. Contemporary and First Nations works, major national and international shows, and a relaxed bar for the post-gallery drink.
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The Coogee Boathouse Eats & Sips
North Coogee
Restaurant
Waterfront restaurant and bar on the North Coogee foreshore with views across the Indian Ocean. The kitchen focuses on seafood and share plates, and the beer list runs to local WA breweries. Book ahead on weekends, as the deck fills fast.
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Heirisson Island
Perth, Australia
Nature & Scenic
Small river island, accessed by footbridge, with free-roaming kangaroos. Wild roos in the middle of the city.
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RAC Karri Valley Resort
Yeagarup
Hotel
Secluded resort nestled in the karri forest near Lake Beedelup, south of Manjimup. RAC Karri Valley Resort offers chalets and cabins right in the old-growth forest, with bushwalking trails, canoeing, and a restaurant on site.
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Nazzar
Mount Lawley
Restaurant
Middle Eastern restaurant in Mount Lawley serving Lebanese and Syrian dishes. The kitchen does its own bread and pastries daily, and the mezze spreads are built to share. Bookings fill fast on weekends, so timing matters.
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C Restaurant in the Sky
Perth
Restaurant
Fine dining on the 33rd floor of Central Park with views across the Swan River and city skyline. The kitchen works with a set menu that shifts seasonally, and the wine list runs deep on Australian bottles. Book well ahead, as tables fill months out.
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Borello Park
Roleystone
Park
A small park in the Roleystone hills dedicated to local identity Nicola Del Borrello. The park sits on a quiet rise with views across the valley, and the memorial stone marks a community story worth knowing. Worth a short stop if passing through the area, though it's not a destination in itself.
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Yum Cha House
Willetton
Restaurant
Cantonese yum cha spot in Willetton doing traditional dim sum from a trolley. Steamed pork buns and har gow arrive hot, and the kitchen keeps pushing carts through the dining room at pace. Weekday lunches are quieter than weekends, when the place fills with regulars.
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Kowloon Cafe Perth
Morley
Restaurant
Cantonese cafe in Morley serving dim sum, noodles and rice dishes. The kitchen turns out hand-pulled noodles and steamed dumplings from a small open kitchen visible from the dining room. Lunch crowds are heavy, so arriving early or late beats the queue.
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Adachi Park
Belmont
Park
A riverside park with walking trails, picnic areas and a Japanese garden. The garden features native plantings and a small bridge, reflecting a sister-city partnership with Adachi Ward in Tokyo. Parking is easy and it's quieter than the main Belmont foreshore reserves.
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Nikuru Japanese BBQ
Willetton
Restaurant
Japanese table-top BBQ in Willetton where diners cook meat and vegetables on personal grills built into the table. The kitchen sends out quality cuts and sides in a steady rhythm, so the pace of eating is set by how fast you grill. Booking ahead is essential, especially weekends.
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Cottesloe Beach
Perth, Australia
Beach
Famous, and it earns it. Get there a good hour before sunset, the light through the pines is the whole reason. On calm days the pylon swim is a classic. Fish and chips at Amberjacks, sit-down feeds at the Indiana Teahouse. Parking gets a fair bit tighter on long weekends, so most locals leave the car up near the pub and stroll down.
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Lizard Dragon Distillers
Clarkson
Bar
Craft distillery in Clarkson making gin, vodka and whisky on-site. The tasting room overlooks the production floor, so there's a clear view of the stills while sipping. Bookings recommended on weekends, as the space fills quickly.
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Little Banh Mi
Rivervale
Café
Vietnamese banh mi and pho spot in Rivervale. Locals queue for the crispy baguettes and slow-cooked broths, especially at lunch. Tight counter seating means it fills fast on weekdays.
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Gomboc Gallery Sculpture Park
Middle Swan
Museum & Gallery
Sculpture park set across 8 hectares of bushland along the Swan River. Works by established and emerging artists sit among native trees and walking trails, with pieces rotating seasonally. Entry is free, though donations support the artists.
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Yanchep Lagoon
Perth, Australia
Beach
Reef-protected, calm, and crystal clear. The right call for kids or anyone wanting a peaceful swim. Worth the 45-minute drive north.
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Asian Golden Wok
Innaloo
Restaurant
Chinese takeaway and dine-in spot in Innaloo. The menu runs deep on Cantonese classics and stir-fries, with house specials like salt and pepper squid that regulars order by habit. Expect a modest room and straightforward service, not fine dining.
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Hong Kong BBQ House
Northbridge
Restaurant
Cantonese roasted meats and noodles in a no-frills Northbridge spot. The char siu pork comes glazed and sticky, and the roasted duck hangs in the window. Cash preferred, tight tables, and the kitchen moves fast.
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Enchantment Park
Yanchep
Park
A 14-hectare bushland reserve with walking trails through native woodland and a small lake. The park sits on the edge of Yanchep townsite and offers quiet access to local flora without the crowds of the bigger reserves nearby.
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Pemberton
Pemberton, Australia
Nature & Scenic
Giant karri forest town. The Gloucester Tree, a 61-metre climbable fire lookout, is the headline. Trout streams, tram rides, and pinot vineyards round it out.
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Rottnest Island Train Station
Rottnest Island, Australia
Historic
A restored 1920s railway station on Rottnest Island that marks the start of the heritage train tour. The station itself is a period piece, with original timber and ironwork still visible. The real draw is the guided journey through the island's convict past and colonial history, not just the building.
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Bennett Brook Railway
Whiteman, Australia
Historic
Heritage steam railway running short scenic trips through bushland near Perth. Volunteers operate restored carriages and locomotives from the 1950s-70s, with stops at a working heritage station. Trips run weekends and school holidays only, so check the roster ahead.
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Dwellingup Forest Train
Dwellingup, Australia
Nature & Scenic
Heritage tourist railway running an 8km diesel forest train east from Dwellingup to Etmilyn through jarrah forest. The Forest Train runs year-round; the Steam Ranger only works May to October because of summer fire bans. Departures usually 10:30am and 2pm — they sell out on school holidays, and Dwellingup is 90 minutes south of Perth, so book ahead.
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Ferguson Falls Wines Cafe
Ferguson, Australia
Restaurant
Winery cafe in the Ferguson Valley with a cellar door and restaurant. The kitchen sources from local producers and the wine list runs deep into the estate's own stock. Book ahead on weekends, as the dining room fills quickly.
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Gnomesville
Wellington Mill, Australia
Nature & Scenic
Bushland clearing in the Ferguson Valley populated by 10,000-plus garden gnomes left by visitors over the years. Started in the early 1990s when local Kathleen Rees put a single gnome in a redgum tree hollow; others followed and it never stopped. Bring a gnome to add to the village — there's nowhere nearby to buy one.
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Wellington National Park
Worsley, Australia
Hike
Jarrah and marri forest park with walking trails through old-growth woodland and granite outcrops. The main loop passes through dense canopy where the forest floor stays cool even on hot days. Most visitors stick to the short circuit, so the longer trails see fewer people.
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Frog's Hollow
Lowden, Australia
Hike
A small bushland reserve with native woodland and walking trails through jarrah and marri forest. The main draw is a seasonal waterhole that attracts birdlife, though water levels drop significantly in summer. Worth visiting in cooler months when the creek runs.
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Wellington Dam
Worsley, Australia
Nature & Scenic
A large water-storage dam set in bushland south of Perth, with walking trails and a picnic area. The main loop walk circles the reservoir through jarrah forest, and the dam wall itself offers a vantage point over the water. Parking is limited and the trails can get muddy after rain.
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Ferguson Valley
Dardanup West, Australia
Nature & Scenic
Rural wine and food region about an hour south of Perth. The valley has evolved from a quiet farming area into a destination for small wineries, farm gates and local producers. Most cellar doors are modest, family-run operations rather than polished tourist venues.
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KARACHE' BY SANI
Perth, Australia
Restaurant
Afghan restaurant in central Perth serving traditional kababs, rice dishes and breads. The lamb karahi is slow-cooked in a cast-iron wok and arrives sizzling at the table. Booking ahead helps on weekends, and the BYO policy keeps costs down.
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Plume Estate
Bickley, Australia
Restaurant
Bickley Valley winery with a 36-seat restaurant doing wood-fired European food in a Hills vineyard setting. Signature dish is Flammkuchen — thin German flatbread with fromage blanc, onion and lardons, not the usual Hills pub-grub. Weekend bookings essential at 36 seats, and Glenisla Road is narrow Hills driving, especially after rain.
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Cheung’s Little Dishes 張小碟小菜館
East Victoria Park, Australia
Restaurant
Cantonese small-plates restaurant in East Victoria Park. Known for hand-pulled noodles and dim sum-style dishes that locals queue for on weekends. Tight space and no bookings mean timing matters.
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Chestnut Brae Farm / FarmStay / FarmShop
Carlotta, Australia
Restaurant
Working hazelnut and chestnut farm with on-site farmshop and accommodation. The farm grows its own produce and sells jams, oils and roasted nuts direct from the property. It's about 90 minutes south of Perth, so best suited to a weekend stay rather than a quick visit.
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Karri Glade Farm Stay
Glenoran, Australia
Hotel
Rural farmstay on 40 acres of bushland in the Blackwood Valley. Guests stay in self-contained cottages and can help with farm activities like feeding animals and collecting eggs. Book well ahead, especially for school holidays, as the place fills fast.
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