8 days in Perth Itinerary

A modern metropolis of glassy skyscrapers, waterside boulevards, and lush residential neighborhoods, Perth sits on the edge of the Swan Coastal Plain.

Bring the kids along to Caversham Wildlife Park and Scarborough Beach. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Perth: Whiteman Park (in Whiteman), Penguin Island (in Rockingham) and Fremantle Prison (in Fremantle). Dedicate the 15th (Sat) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. And it doesn't end there: admire the natural beauty at Kings Park & Botanic Garden, appreciate the history behind Kings Park War Memorial, enjoy the sand and surf at Cottesloe Beach, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Perth Zoo.

To see photos, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Perth driving holiday website .

If you are flying in from Malaysia, the closest major airport is Perth International Airport. In September, daily temperatures in Perth can reach 24°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.