Southern River Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southern River
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
Pinnacles Desert, Koalas and Sandboarding 4WD Day Tour from Perth
Wave Rock, York, Wildflowers, and Aboriginal Cultural Day Tour from Perth
Margaret River, Caves, Wine and Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse Tour from Perth
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Other neighbourhoods around Southern River
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.
Burswood
Burswood is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Crown Perth or Crown Theatre Perth.
Belmont
Belmont is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Signal Hill Bushland, a top place to visit in the area.
East Perth
East Perth is beloved for its stunning river views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Gloucester Park Raceway and WACA.
Perth Airport
If you're spending some time in Perth Airport, DFO Perth and Outdoor Airport Viewing Platform are top sights worth seeing.
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
- Kings Park and Botanic Garden
- Optus Stadium
- University of Western Australia
- Cottesloe Beach
- Hay Street Mall
- Fremantle Prison
- Perth Zoo
- Fiona Stanley Hospital
- Royal Perth Hospital
- Fremantle Markets
- Murray Street Mall
- Langley Park
- Sandalford Winery
- St George's Terrace
- Rockingham Beach
- Adventure World
- St John of God Subiaco Hospital
- Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital
- Perth Mint
- Barrack Street Jetty Ferry Terminal
- City Beach
- Trigg Beach