Murdoch 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.
Optus Stadium
Catch an event at Optus Stadium during your trip to Perth. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
Cottesloe Beach
The options are plentiful at family-friendly Cottesloe Beach, another attractive Western Australian beach which simply oozes natural beauty.
Activities
Rottnest Island Grand Tour Including Lunch and Historical Train Ride
Rottnest Island Same Day Return Ferry from Fremantle
Pinnacles Desert, Koalas and Sandboarding 4WD Day Tour from Perth
From Perth: Rottnest Island Ferry & Admission
Wave Rock, York, Wildflowers, and Aboriginal Cultural Day Tour from Perth
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Other neighbourhoods around Murdoch
Fremantle
Fremantle is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Esplanade Hotel and Round House while in the area.
South Perth
South Perth is popular for its stunning river views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Perth Zoo or South Perth Observation Deck.
Cottesloe
Travellers come to Cottesloe for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Cottesloe Beach and Swanbourne Beach while you're in town.
Perth Central Business District
Perth Central Business District is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like St George's Terrace and Central Park Tower.
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.
- Fiona Stanley Hospital
- Scarborough Beach
- Crown Perth
- Elizabeth Quay
- Hillarys Boat Harbour
- Optus Stadium
- Kings Park and Botanic Garden
- Cottesloe Beach
- University of Western Australia
- Hay Street Mall
- Fremantle Prison
- Sorrento Beach
- Perth Zoo
- Royal Perth Hospital
- Murray Street Mall
- Langley Park
- St George's Terrace
- Fremantle Markets
- Rockingham Beach
- Sandalford Winery
- Perth Mint
- Caversham Wildlife Park
- Barrack Street Jetty Ferry Terminal
- St John of God Subiaco Hospital
- HBF Park
- Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital
- City Beach