If you're more into cultural activities, enjoy a visit to the Western Australia Art Gallery located between Perth and Northbridge which boasts Australian, Aboriginal and international art. There are also a number of museums in Perth such as the Aviation Museum in Bull Creek, the Francis Burt Law Museum in the Supreme Court Gardens, and the WA Medical Museum in Subiaco. For sports fans there is the WACA (Western Australian Cricket Association) Museum in East Perth.

Besides museums there is a variety of other historic sights such as the Old Mill located at the southern end of the Narrows Bridge. This was Perth's first flour mill and was constructed in 1835. It has since been restored and contains interesting relics of pioneer days. Other places of interest include Government House, the Supreme Court and the Old Gaol.

The Perth Mint, established in 1899, is the oldest mint in the world still operating from its original premises. Here you can watch a gold pour in the original melting house as well as buy a variety of gold souvenirs.

 

Perth is well-known for the distinctive flora and breathtaking views of Kings Park. Located just outside the city centre, King's Park is a great place to enjoy views of the city or join the volunteer guides on a walk through the park to see some of Western Australia's beautiful wildflowers and bushland. Have a barbeque or enjoy the fine dining experience offered by Frasier's restaurant.

To see some of Australia's distinctive wildlife, visit Caversham Wildlife Park located 19kms from Perth in the Swan Valley. There are over two hundred species on show, and the park's main attractions include kangaroos, koalas, wallabies, and Tasmanian devils. Cohuna Wildlife Park, located about 20kms south of the city also offers a variety of native animals.

Perth Zoo is located in South Perth and houses animals native to Australia as well as those found in the African Savannah and Asian rain forests. The butterfly house allows visitors to walk through a collection of beautiful live butterflies and the nocturnal house displays a variety of nocturnal native animals. You can take a leisurely walk through the zoo or catch the zoo train, and there are plenty of barbeque and picnic areas as well as places where you can purchase food. In summer twilight concerts are also held at the zoo. 

 

Discuss your touring preferences with us when booking your tour and we'll accommodate your specific preferences.

Fremantle is a historic port, founded in 1829, located half an hour south of Perth. Fremantle Prison, located on The Terrace, was built by convicts during the 1850's and was in operation until 1991. Visitors can gain an insight into life inside a maximum security prison and convict imprisonment as well as examine the distinct architecture of the prison. The prison is open daily from 10am to 6pm. Night tours are also available on Wednesday and Friday nights at 7:30pm – however, bookings are essential.  The city also offers a number of museums, detailing its interesting history which dates back to the mid-nineteenth century including the Maritime Museum, Army Museum, Fremantle History Museum and the World of Energy. Fremantle is also well-known for its markets. There are several located in the town which are open on various days of the week such as the E-Shed Markets and Fremantle Markets.  The University of Notre Dame has restored many old Fremantle buildings and factories so that they now function as classrooms and libraries. It is WA's only private, Catholic university.  Fremantle is famous for its Cappucino Strip (South Terrace), a street boasting dozens of cafes and restaurants with al fresco dining. There are also several nightclubs and pubs in the town.  Other things of interest in the city include Samson House, St John's Church, the Old Customs House, the Roundhouse, Moore's Building, Monument Hill and Fremantle Town Hall. There are also many Dock sheds which have been turned into art galleries, shops and so on.

Enjoy a day tour to see unique heritage in the Western Australian bushland. New Norcia's Benedictine Community presents unique history and heritage in Western Australia's rural bushland a very special day tour to experience a rare combination of culture, history, food, and rural life. Australia's only monastic town. Home to a community of Benedictine Monks. With a blend of Spanish architecture, European art treasures and pioneer history in the Western Australian bush land. New Norcia history is; Mission period commencing in 1846 with the local Aborigines, Education for the outback children and Heritage and Tourism. We enjoy a guided tour of the town and visit the Monks’ old and new chapels, Abbey Church, St Gertrude’s and St Ildephonsus Colleges. Visit the extensive museum and art gallery. Containing one of the finest collections of movable heritage in Australia. Paintings by Spanish and Italian masters, priceless manuscripts and religious artifacts. Bread baked daily at the monastery bakehouse. Nut Cake and Dom Salvado Pan Chocolatti baked in the Monastery wood-fired oven, premium Olive Oil is processed from the Benedictime Community Olive Grove and New Norcia Abbey Wines .

A perfect combination of history, nature, bushland, wine tasting and local food just a short drive from Perth. Visit historic Guildford. The old gaol, court house, colonial homes, go for a walk on the upper reaches of the scenic Swan River. The Swan Valley is Perth's local wine region, visit a winery, the Chocolate factory, Mondo Nougat, the wildlife park to see Australian wildlife. Tour the scenic Darling Range, visit historic Mundaring Weir: which supplies Perth and Kalgoorlie in the Goldfields their water requirements. See Western Australian bushland close to Perth. Visit scenic Bickley Brook, return to Perth via Kalamunda at the top of Perth Hills. Tailor this tour to your interests; discuss your options when booking tour. We have a Bush Walking Tour option for those who wish to enjoy the fresh air, moderate exercise and enjoy the natural environment close to Perth. Please contact us for further information and to customise this tour to your preferences.

The Swan Valley is WA's oldest wine growing region with its magnificent pastoral views and scenic back drop of the Perth Hills. Enjoy the luxury of a small group personalised tour, travelling in a new 4WD Land Rover Discovery 2006. In the Swan Valley Wine Region visits four wineries of your choice or our recommendation. Perhaps lunch at Jane Brook Estate where you enjoy delicious gourmet salad platters, a Jane Brook Estate specialty. To tailor this tour to your interests we are able to visit a boutique micro brewery, Mondo Nougat to taste delightful soft nougat and the Margaret River Chocolate factory for sampling delicious chocolate to finish off a relaxing day for fun and indulgence in the Swan Valley. Some of the wineries we visit may include Houghton, Jane Brook, John Kosovich, Lamont’s, Lancaster Wines, Mann, Riverbank Estate, Sandalford, Sittella, Upper Reach and wineries of your choice. Please advise of your choice when booking a wine tour with us.