2026 tourist and business information
Perth, Western Australia: your 2026 guide to visiting, living and doing business
Perth is the sunny capital of Western Australia, set between the Swan River and the Indian Ocean. Use this page to find things to do, beaches, hotels, restaurants, property, medical services, local tradies and trusted Perth businesses.
About Perth, Western Australia
What is Perth famous for?
Perth is the capital of Western Australia and the only major Australian city on the Indian Ocean. The skyscrapers of the central business district (CBD) look over the Swan River, while the hilltop Kings Park, one of the largest inner-city parks in the world, looks over both the Swan River and the city skyline.
Perth is the interstate and international gateway to Western Australia’s pristine environment: some of the world’s best beaches, natural and man-made parks, and the Marmion Marine Park on the Sunset Coast, a wonderland of sea life just off the northern beaches.
Perth in 2026
In 2026 Perth is Australia’s west coast boom city. It is the administrative, government and business headquarters of the vast state of Western Australia, which is the energy and mining powerhouse of the Australian economy.
- Where
- South-west coast of Western Australia, on the Swan River (Derbarl Yerrigan), Whadjuk Noongar country
- Time zone
- Australian Western Standard Time (UTC+8), with no daylight saving
- Climate
- Mediterranean: hot, dry summers (December to February) and mild, wet winters (June to August)
- Greater Perth
- About 100 km of coastal suburbs, from Joondalup in the north to Mandurah in the south
- Nearest big city
- Adelaide, more than 2,000 km to the east
- 15+ years of business
- 2.5K happy clients
- 1.5K places to visit
- 150+ services listed
Perth: the most isolated city in the world
Perth is often called the most isolated major city in the world. Settlers from many countries have come to live alongside Aboriginal Australians, creating a multicultural population that includes Europeans, Africans and Asians, with large Indian and Chinese communities. This website’s owner and author, Ben Grummels, arrived by boat from Europe at Fremantle in 1955.
Fremantle and other popular destinations such as Perth Beaches, Kings Park, the Swan Valley vineyards and the restaurants of Northbridge, with cuisines from all over the world, are good Perth places to visit, see and do things.
Greater Perth stretches about 100 kilometres from the satellite city of Joondalup in the north to Mandurah in the south. The two are connected by a frequent, modern train service that runs down the middle of the north–south freeway, with feeder buses linking the suburbs to each station. Perth’s wet winter is good for the stone fruit grown in the Perth Hills, which should be plentiful in the summer of 2026. Below is our 2026 list of Perth’s best tourist attractions, things to do and Perth businesses.
Moving to Perth: visas, jobs and the cost of living
Temporary residency visas are available for skilled migrants and for migrants who want to establish and manage a business or invest. Perth business brokers are ready to help investment migrants buy one of the Perth businesses for sale.
In 2026 there is a huge shortage of workers, so jobs in Perth are easy to find for skilled people. High living costs are an important consideration, though: food and accommodation in Perth are not cheap. The median weekly rent in early 2026 is approximately $700, and the 2026 Perth house price of Perth houses for sale is just under $1 million.
As a guide, my $1.2M house for sale in Perth’s northern suburb of Padbury is on 700 square metres of land, or $1,714 per square metre of house and land. Compare that with property in Thailand, where fully serviced land is about $70 per square metre and house construction costs are cheaper, though not safer, than builders in Perth.
Photos of Perth
Swipe through 56 photos of Perth’s beaches, river, parks, city streets and events, taken around Perth and the Sunset Coast.
Things to do in Perth
From free-roaming kangaroos and wildflowers to river cruises, surf beaches and AFL football, these are the most popular things to see and do in and around Perth in 2026.
2026 Perth events
Things to do in or near the Perth CBD include visiting the new Perth Museum and exploring the fine Arts Perth scene.
For recreation, try cycling Perth‘s flat terrain around its many beautiful parks and lakes.
Perth 2026 summer sport and festival events
- King of the Point surfing competition at Trigg Point, Friday 27 March to Sunday 29 March 2026.
- Travel from Perth for the Margaret River Pro surfing competition, 16–26 April 2026.
- The big regular winter event is AFL football at Perth Stadium, home of the West Coast Eagles and Fremantle Dockers. Most winter weekends they play other Australian rules teams, but it is the derby between the two that attracts the most excitement.
Day trips from Perth
Day trips from Perth in 2026 are some of the best all-day activities to do in Perth.
- Visit Kings Park, or go on a Swan River cruise from Perth to Fremantle or upriver to the vineyards of the Swan Valley.
- Catch a Transperth bus or train to the Perth Train Station. From there, walk down to Elizabeth Quay and catch the ferry to South Perth for a day at Perth Zoo, with a picnic lunch in the beautiful zoo gardens.
- Book a private, guided day tour of Scarborough Beach, Cottesloe Beach, Fremantle and Hillarys Boat Harbour along the fabulous coastline of Perth’s Sunset Coast, formerly known as Perth’s northern beaches.
- Visit the Perth Art Gallery and the new Perth Museum.
- Take a Bus Tour of Perth’s City Centre, including Kings Park.
- Watch a sporting event at Perth Stadium (or in a corporate box at the MCG to watch the Eagles or Dockers play there).
- Dine at Perth Restaurants and eat premium Western Australian food cooked in many ethnic cuisine styles, such as at my wife’s Thai Restaurant in Perth‘s northern suburbs.
Tours Perth
- Swan Valley Perth: go on a fun, guided Swan Valley wine tour, including lunch and premium wine.
- On a $44 bushwalking tour near the Perth CBD, see birds, exotic Australian spring wildflowers and hundreds of tame kangaroos up close, close to Perth.
- Hillary’s Boat Harbour: spend the day exploring things to do at Hillary’s Boat Harbour.
Near Perth
Hotels in Dunsborough, in the Margaret River wine region, are only three hours’ drive south of Perth. Here you can explore caves, vineyards and some of the world’s best beach holidays. From Sydney or Melbourne, fly to Busselton.
Mandurah hotels are only one hour’s drive from the Perth CBD.
Perth’s Indian Ocean beaches
Perth’s coastline runs along the Indian Ocean, with white sand, clear water and sunsets over the sea. Mornings are usually calmest, before the afternoon sea breeze locals call the Fremantle Doctor arrives.
At the beach
- Check the LIVE Surf Cam Perth before you go to a Perth beach.
- Tour the historic Fremantle Prison after a swim at Bathers Beach, Fremantle.
- Fishing from the beach or a boat. Boat winch sales Perth
- Surfing In Perth: boards, windsurfing or boogie boarding.
- Sailing: a list of Perth yacht clubs.
Perth beaches
- Scarborough Beach
- Vote for the best beach in Perth
- Surfing Perth
- Fishing Perth
- Rottnest Island, near Perth, has some of the best sheltered and surfing beaches in the world. Meet tame quokkas on Rottnest Island. See my Rottnest Island holiday video for ideas of things to do on Rottnest.
Perth hotels, maps and getting around
Where to stay in Perth, how to get to and from Perth Airport, and the holiday destinations Perth people fly and drive to.
Perth hotels map
- 5 Star Hotels Perth
- Hotels Near Perth
- Australian Tourism Marketing
- Hotel Perth Accommodation
- Holiday Apartments Perth
- Beach Hotels Perth
- Outer Perth Map
- Getting To/From Perth Airport
- Google Map of Perth
- Map of WA
- Holiday Map
- Beach Hotel Perth
Hotels near Perth and holidays beyond
- Popular with Perthites is Perth’s northern suburb of Bali, only a three-and-a-half-hour flight from Perth. Map of Bali.
- Hotels in Dunsborough are only a three-hour drive south of Perth.
- Mandurah is a satellite city one hour’s drive south of Perth. Three hours south of Perth is the popular Western Australian holiday town of Dunsborough.
- Broome is a popular winter holiday destination in the north-west of WA.
- Bangkok, the capital city of Thailand, is about a seven-hour flight north of Perth. Phuket is a popular holiday destination for Perthites. Krabi is the best tourist destination in Thailand. Samui is the best holiday destination during the green season, while the rest of Thailand is wet. Map of Thailand
- Hotels Singapore, a five-hour flight north of Perth. Map of Singapore
- Dubai hotels, a holiday stopover between Perth and Europe.
- KL. Air transport hub of AirAsia.
Travel destinations near Perth
Upper Mekong River Cruise. Embark from your hotel in Vientiane for a luxury cruise up the Mekong to Luang Prabang, or cruise down the Mekong River from the Golden Triangle.
Business travel
Perth cars and transport
- Transport WA
- Perth Airport
- Taxis in Perth
- Best Limo Hire Perth services.
- Fuel Watch
- Car Loans Perth
- New Cars Perth
- Used Cars for Sale. Bumper scratch repair Perth
- Sea Container Sales Perth and hire sea containers from WA Container Services. Shipping containers make a cheap Perth storage option. See secure Perth storage options before you rent the cheapest storage in Perth.
Beyond Perth: Sydney, Goldcoast or Melbourne, see them on the Map of Australia.
Restaurants in Perth
Perth’s multicultural population means you can eat premium Western Australian seafood, beef, lamb and produce cooked in almost any style, from Northbridge and the CBD to the beach suburbs.
Perth property and house prices
2026 house prices in Perth, Australia
In 2026 the median house price in Perth is just under 1 million Australian dollars. Perth house prices have increased by 15% in the past year. To DIY sell your house, go to House Sale Perth.
Land for sale in Perth
Land for sale in Perth: good-sized big blocks of vacant land for sale under $200,000, less than an hour’s drive to or from the Perth CBD, both north and south of Perth and near Perth beaches.
Real estate and property services
- Advertising for Perth property valuation services such as free property appraisals Perth.
- FREE Property Valuations Perth
- Good Property Management Service Perth
- Real Estate Agents Perth
- House Sales Perth
- DIY House Sales Perth. Save commissions and marketing costs by selling your house yourself.
- Real estate marketing Perth
- Apartments Perth
- Apartment for Sale Perth
- Custom-designed houses and other buildings with Architects Perth.
- Office Space Perth
- Settlement Agent
- Insurance Perth
- Home Loans Perth
- Home Loans Perth. Compared to past rates of 19%, interest rates of about 5% in 2026 make it still worthwhile to apply for a home loan with All Australian Finance‘s Yes Loans in Perth.
- Utilities: Perth gas, water and electricity. Contact phone numbers for connections, disconnections and service problems.
Business services in Perth
Perth is the head-office city for Western Australia’s mining, energy and agriculture industries. These Perth firms help local businesses with marketing, advice, finance and technology.
Digital marketing services Perth
- SEO Perth Expert
- Best Digital Marketing Agency Perth.
- Making websites POPULAR with affordable, winning expert SEO in Perth by the most experienced, best Perth SEO consultant.
- Online Advertising : get your ad on this and other popular Perth websites at affordable rates.
- Internet advertising agency Perth
- Search Engine Marketing Perth : on a pay-per-click or low monthly cost.
- Expert PR Perth for Perth’s best public relations services.
- Public Guest Speakers
- Market Research Perth
- Price list of Perth exact match domains for Sale or Lease.
- Sales Coach Perth
- Influencer Marketing Perth
- Advertising Agencies
- Video Marketing Perth
- Video Production Perth
- VR video production
- Photographer Perth
- Clothing Fashion Models Perth
Business advice and professional services
- Web Designer Perth: use local PWD Perth Web Designers and Web Wizards for expert, affordable, one-week-to-build local Perth web design services.
- Domain Name Registration
- Australian Trade Mark
- Business Coach
- Sales Coach Perth
- Business Broker Perth
- Business Consultants Perth
- Marketing consultant Perth
- Market Research Perth
- Commercialisation of Innovation
- Business Advice Perth
- Planning Perth
- Business Opportunity
- Bookkeeping Services
- Perth Lawyers
- Business Networking and Network Marketing
- Business Tourism
- AGM in Perth
- Tourism Marketing Australia
- Export Marketing and Trade Consultant
- Perth Australia businesses
Financial services Perth
- Insurance Perth
- Life Insurance Perth
- Financial Services Marketing
- Rare Coin Collection/Dealer Perth
- Business for Sale Perth
- Personal and Business Loans Perth by Perth’s best Finance Brokers Perth
- Home Loans Perth
- Property Investment Perth
- Financial Planner Perth
- Secret ATM Camera Scam
- Tax Accountant Perth north of the river.
- Accounting Service Perth
Perth mining companies
- Mining Consultants Perth
- Minerals Processing
- Your mine location pinned on my 1.3M-viewed Google Mining Map. Free pins for WASM alumni (WASMA). Good for free Perth Mining Company Marketing by an experienced WASM minerals extraction marketer.
IT support and computers Perth
Medical, dental and health services in Perth
Find Perth doctors, hospitals, surgeons, dentists, chemists and disability and aged care support in one place.
Doctors, medical clinics and hospitals
- Perth Doctor and medical clinic locations on Google Map.
- See Google map locations of Doctors in Perth.
- Perth Hospitals
Dentists Perth
- Dentists Perth
- Best Dental Implants Perth‘s western suburbs.
- Teeth Whitening Perth
Chemists and health products
- Chemists Perth: get online supplies of vitamins and health products.
- Chemist Perth
- Lymphatic Drainage Perth
Disability, aged care and personal alarms
- NDIS support Perth for disability and aged care Perth.
- Buy MediWatch Slim personal alarms for sale online from a Perth business in Warwick.
Expert Orthopaedic Surgery Perth
Specialising in hip surgery and the latest techniques for specialised shoulder surgery in Perth, including new 3D-printed drill bit guides for personalised, perfect-fit shoulder replacement surgery in Perth. Dr Blakeney uses the best surgical options for shoulder injuries and offers best-practice treatment for chronic shoulder pain. Book an appointment with an orthopaedic surgeon in Perth WA who specialises in shoulder and hip surgery.
Healthcare and medical marketing
Perth tradies, builders and home services
Search to find a local Perth tradie near your Perth location on a new website for trade marketing and finding trades. Tradie 4U is a new Australian tradie directory with easy free listings for tradies. Best of all is the free link juice to your Perth tradie business website.
Builders Perth and renovations
- Builders Perth, including new home building construction companies in Perth.
- Building Services Perth
- Home renovation services Perth: Perth renovation experts for kitchen renovations, bathroom renovations and Perth office renovation services.
Plumbing, roofing and pest control
- Hire local Perth Plumbing Services, including bathroom renovations and kitchen renovations.
- The Perth roofing company specialises in emergency Perth roof repairs.
- Hire affordable Perth pest control services.
Gardening and TV antennas
- Hire a gardener in Perth‘s northern suburbs providing affordable, professional gardening services Perth wide.
- Hire a good local gardener in Perth‘s northern suburbs, providing affordable, professional gardening services Perth-wide.
- Smart TVs need a digital TV Antenna installed in Perth for optimal picture quality. Phone Paul, the Perth TV aerial expert, on 0477 696 401.
Latest Perth news, weather and statistics
More Perth links and social media
Perth northern suburbs 2026 Perth wall calendar Perth YouTube channel
Other links
Perth social media
Popular Influencer Perth. How is influence measured?
Frequently asked questions about Perth
What is Perth famous for?
Perth is famous for its Indian Ocean beaches, sunny Mediterranean climate, Kings Park, the Swan River and nearby Rottnest Island with its friendly quokkas. It is the capital of Western Australia, the headquarters of Australia's mining and energy industries, and is often called the most isolated major city in the world.
When is the best time to visit Perth?
Spring (September to November) and autumn (March to May) are the most comfortable times to visit Perth, with warm days and little rain. Spring is wildflower season. Summer (December to February) is hot and dry and best for the beach, while winter (June to August) is mild and wet.
How do I get from Perth Airport to the city?
Perth Airport is about 12 km east of the CBD. The Airport Line train runs from Airport Central station to Perth Station in roughly 20 minutes, and taxis, rideshare and hire cars are available at every terminal. Allow extra time to transfer between the T1/T2 and T3/T4 terminal precincts.
What are the best day trips from Perth?
Popular day trips from Perth include Rottnest Island by ferry, the Swan Valley vineyards, Fremantle, Hillarys Boat Harbour and the Sunset Coast beaches, the Perth Hills and Mundaring Weir, and Mandurah, about one hour south. The Margaret River wine region is about three hours' drive south and is better as an overnight trip.
Where can I see kangaroos near Perth?
You can see free-roaming kangaroos close to Perth at Pinnaroo Valley Memorial Park in the northern suburbs and in bushland reserves around the city. Guided walking tours, such as the $44 Kangaroo and Flowers Walking Tour listed on this page, take you to see kangaroos and spring wildflowers up close.
How expensive is it to live in Perth in 2026?
Perth is not a cheap city. In early 2026 the median weekly rent is approximately $700 and the median house price is just under 1 million Australian dollars, after rising about 15% in a year. Skilled workers are in strong demand, which helps offset the high cost of food and accommodation.
Which Perth beaches are best?
Scarborough, Trigg and Cottesloe are Perth's best-known beaches. Scarborough and Trigg are popular for surfing, Cottesloe and Mettams Pool for swimming and snorkelling, and Hillarys Boat Harbour for families who want sheltered water. Always swim between the flags and check for rips, especially at the Blue Hole at Trigg Beach.
What time zone is Perth in?
Perth uses Australian Western Standard Time, which is UTC+8 all year. Western Australia does not have daylight saving, so Perth is two hours behind Sydney and Melbourne in winter and three hours behind in summer.
How do I find a local tradie or medical service in Perth?
This page groups Perth services by type. Builders, plumbers, roofers, gardeners, pest control and renovation companies are listed under Perth tradies, and doctors, hospitals, dentists, chemists, surgeons and NDIS and aged care support are listed under medical, dental and health services.