Balcatta Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Scarborough Beach
Pedestrian promenades with ocean views, fun playgrounds, shops and cafés, and of course the beach itself, make this one very popular surf beach indeed.
Elizabeth Quay
An exciting new addition to the Perth riverfront, this precinct has everyone talking. There is already heaps to see and do and it’s not even finished yet.
Hillarys Boat Harbour
Stroll the length of the boardwalk and admire the view, enjoy a round of mini golf or enjoy a bite to eat at Perth’s liveliest marina.
Kings Park and Botanic Garden
Wander through a spectacular garden, learn about the plants around you, find a shady spot and enjoy a picnic accompanied by stunning views of the Perth skyline.
Optus Stadium
Catch an event at Optus Stadium during your trip to Perth. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
University of Western Australia
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Western Australia as part of your travels around Perth. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this walkable area.
Activities
Rottnest Island Same Day Return Ferry from Perth
Rottnest Island Same Day Return Ferry from Fremantle
Rottnest Island Day Trip by Bike from Perth & Fremantle
Pinnacles Sunset Dinner and Stargazing Day Tour a Small Group Experience
Our pick of the best Balcatta Hotel Deals
Novotel Perth Langley
Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025
Duxton Hotel Perth
Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025
Four Points by Sheraton Perth
Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025
Rendezvous Hotel Perth Scarborough
Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025
Great Southern Hotel Perth
Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025
Sanno Marracoonda Perth Airport Hotel
Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Balcatta
Scarborough
You'll love the stunning beaches in Scarborough, and you might want to stick around to check out Scarborough Beach, a top place to visit.
Wembley
If you're spending some time in Wembley, Lake Monger and Herdsman Lake Regional Park are top sights worth seeing.
Subiaco
Subiaco is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Barking Gecko Theatre Company and Western Australian Medical Museum.
West Perth
Unique features of West Perth include the shopping and coffee shops. Make a stop by Watertown Brand Outlet Centre or SCITECH Discovery Centre while you're exploring the area.
Northbridge
Unique features of Northbridge include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Northbridge Piazza or Russell Square while you're exploring the area.
Perth City Centre
While visiting Perth City Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Western Australian Museum and Art Gallery of Western Australia.
- Scarborough Beach
- Crown Perth
- Elizabeth Quay
- Hillarys Boat Harbour
- Kings Park and Botanic Garden
- Optus Stadium
- University of Western Australia
- Hay Street Mall
- Cottesloe Beach
- Perth Zoo
- Fremantle Prison
- Sorrento Beach
- Murray Street Mall
- Royal Perth Hospital
- Fiona Stanley Hospital
- Langley Park
- Fremantle Markets
- St George's Terrace
- Sandalford Winery
- Perth Mint
- Adventure World
- Trigg Beach
- St John of God Subiaco Hospital
- Mullaloo Beach
- City Beach
- Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital