Visiting Perth
Port town of Fremantle just a skip away from Perth
The port city of Fremantle, which was established in 1829 as the western gateway to Australia, has become a popular destination for history buffs, foodies and art lovers. Here are some recommendations by Reuters correspondents with local knowledg...
Rottnest is a dream for explorers
(...) Just 32km from Perth (an hour by ferry) and 19km off Fremantle (30 minutes), Rotto offers a colourful past, a rich wildlife habitat, 63 beaches and 20 bays, 13 shipwrecks, 360 species of fish and coral and a slew of cottage, villa and lodge ...
Travel Postcard: 48 hours in Perth
PERTH, June 13 (Reuters Life!) - Got 48 hours to explore Perth, the capital of Western Australia? Reuters correspondents with local knowledge help visitors get the most from a short visit.
Perth Beaches
Great beaches abound in Western Australia and Perth beaches are no exception. See the Indian Ocean gleaming under a deep blue sky and warm southern sun at many beach locations right across Perth
Car-less and carefree in Perth
Every visitor to Perth must have breakfast at the posh No. 44 King Street cafe bakery, where a couple of lattes and a serving of Etruscan toast will set you back about A$15 (Rp 134,000). Not bad, until you compare it and everything else in Perth w...
15 ways to play in Perth
FROM tranquil waters and secluded bays to wines and gourmet delights. Here's 15 ways to make the most of your stay in Perth.
Kings Park Perth
Kings Park occupies approximately 400 hectares of Mount Eliza overlooking the city of Perth and the Swan River. Situated only a few minutes from the centre of Perth, the Park has much to offer with its sweeping parklands, Botanic Garden, wildflowe...
Swan Valley Wine Cruise
Come along and join us on our newest and most modern Wine Cruiser on the Swan River, the "Queen of the Valley". As you glide along the smooth waters of the river your captain will show and explain to you highlights along the banks of the Swan. Sit...
Swan Bell Tower
The Swan Bell Tower is one of Perth's main tourist attractions. The Swan Bell Tower is situated on the Barrack St. Jetty, overlooking the Swan River and the entire city skyline. The Swan Bell Tower began construction in November 1999 and completed...
The Perth Files - Dig Up The Lawn
I was sitting in the small room the other evening, perusing my local press, when a letter to the editor caught my eye... yes, I said sitting... ahem. Anyway, it was headed up 'Disneyland effect not worthy of Perth'.
No problem with Perth accommodation says Accor
Hotel operator Accor has slammed recent media reports claiming a shortage of hotel rooms in Perth and says its hotels have rooms available.
Compensation fund for airline wind-ups rejected
There are no plans to form a fund specifically for compensating travellers and travel agents in the event of an airline closure, Secretary for Transport & Housing Eva Cheng says.
The Weekend Warrior
Surfing West Oz pristine coastlines.
Perth to host Johnnie Walker Classic in 2009
The prestigious Johnnie Walker Classic will return to Australia for the fifth time next year, organisers said.
Living in Perth and Fremantle
Western Australia is the largest state in Australia and occupies some 2.5 million square kilometres, approximately one-third of the Australian land mass. Within this large area, there are several distinct regions, each with quite different climati...
Cream Restaurant
It’s been a while since I’ve been to Cream restaurant in East Perth yet every time I drive past it, a sense of relief washes over me just knowing it’s still there. So when I finally made the time to return to one of my favourite restaurants, I ser...
What to do in Perth
Fifteen Great Ways to Spend a Day With so many great ways to spend a day in Perth and surrounds, we've put together our fifteen favourites to help you discover the natural beauty and fantastic experiences on offer.
Coco's Riverside Bar & Restaurant
Located on the banks of the Swan River on the South Perth Esplanade, Coco's has been one of Perth's premier fine dining restaurants for over 18 years. A better view of the Perth skyline would be hard to find.
History of Perth, Western Australia
Perth is the capital and largest city of the Australian state of Western Australia, and the fourth-largest city in Australia, with a population of 1,554,769 (2007 estimate). One of its LGAs, the City of Perth, is currently the fastest growing area...