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.
Adventure World
Bring the children to Adventure World and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Perth. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Optus Stadium
Catch an event at Optus Stadium during your trip to Perth. Visit the shops and lively bars 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.
Activities
Evening City Lights Kayak Tour in South Perth
Perth: One Way Flight Transfer to or from Rottnest Island
Pinnacles Desert, Yanchep and Swan Valley with Lunch
Pinnacles Desert, Koalas and Sandboarding 4WD Day Tour from Perth
Perth and Fremantle Tour with Optional Swan River Cruise
Our pick of the best Southern River Hotel Deals
Pan Pacific Perth
The hotel staff were great. The room was comfortable and the position was convenient to most things.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Novotel Perth Langley
The room was very good
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Perth Waterfront
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Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Rendezvous Hotel Perth Scarborough
Great hotel The hotel was under construction so no pool and limited access
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Oaks Perth Hotel
Staff helpful Lovely spacious rooms And nice having utensils a hotplate and microwave
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
The Ritz-Carlton, Perth
Lovely spacious room and wonderful views from the w8th floor. The spa treatment I had here was one of the best I've experienced! General service was friendly but just ok - some unclean dishes/ glasses when room service was brought to the room and limited array of room service food in my opinion. ...
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
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 SuperCars Perth are top sights worth seeing.
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 Hay Street Mall.
