Things to do in Perth Beaches

Activities, attractions and tours

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1. Scarborough Beach

Serving up some of Perth’s best surf breaks, Scarborough Beach has always been the cool kid among Perth’s urban beaches. A massive redevelopment of the Scarborough foreshore has seen this already iconic beach gain cult status among backpackers, locals and families.
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Pedestrian promenades with ocean views, fun playgrounds, shops and cafés, and of course the beach itself, make this one very popular surf beach indeed.

2. Hillarys Boat Harbour

A highlight of the Perth coastline, Hillarys Boat Harbour is a hugely popular entertainment spot where visitors and locals alike head to laze on the beach, take the youngsters to the playground, go shopping, and eat out in its local restaurants. Named after pioneer resident Bertram John Hillary who built his boat shed here back in the 1930s, the area has is now one of the city’s foremost attractions.
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Hillarys Boat Harbour which includes a coastal town, skyline and a bay or harbor

3. Cottesloe Beach

A perfect place to go when the baking Perth sun comes out, Cottesloe Beach is an ideal spot for swimming, surfing, or just lounging on the beach all day long. Cottesloe has been a popular destination since the late 19th century and it has been a favoured haunt for holidaymakers ever since, with its consistent surf and its water temperature barely ever dropping beneath 21 degrees Celsius.
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Among the best loved family beaches Perth has to offer, here take a swim, go surfing, and while away the hours under the sun.

4. Fremantle Prison

Built all the way back in the 1850s, Fremantle Prison has its origins as a gaol built to house convicts transported from England and Ireland. It was not until 1886 that it was handed over to local authorities for home-grown prisoners, with whom it remained until it closed over a century later in 1991. Today the building is a World Heritage Site, housing a museum containing all kinds of artefacts and artwork, and a great place to go and learn more about crime and punishment through history.
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Fremantle Prison featuring interior views

5. Sorrento Beach

Sorrento Beach is a stunning urban beach, even by Australian standards. It’s situated in the suburb of Sorrento, just south of the Hillarys Boat Harbour marina and tourist precinct. Enjoying some downtime here never gets old.
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Jump in for a surf or swim, visit the nearby aquarium, or just laze on the pristine sands of this popular Perth beach that looks dazzling all year round.

6. City Beach

City Beach, as its name suggests, is the closest beach to the central business district (CBD) of Perth, Australia’s fourth-largest city. Somehow, City Beach still manages to retain a natural and relaxed look and feel, and happens to be a great swimming beach as well.
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Enjoy the tranquility of a gorgeous natural beach close to the city centre of Perth. Dive in for a swim or surf, laze on the warm sand or go beachcombing.

What to do in Perth Beaches

Popular places to visit

Scarborough Beach

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.

Scarborough Beach
Hillarys Boat Harbour which includes a coastal town, skyline and a bay or harbor

Hillarys Boat Harbour

From mini golf to fine dining, there’s plenty to see and do at this delightful marina in Perth’s northern suburbs.

Hillarys Boat Harbour
Cottesloe Beach

Cottesloe Beach

Among the best loved family beaches Perth has to offer, here take a swim, go surfing, and while away the hours under the sun.

Cottesloe Beach
Fremantle Prison featuring interior views

Fremantle Prison

The notorious prison where convicts were transported from Britain since the 1850s before housing local prisoners all the way up until 1991.

Fremantle Prison
Sorrento Beach

Sorrento Beach

Jump in for a surf or swim, visit the nearby aquarium, or just laze on the pristine sands of this popular Perth beach that looks dazzling all year round.

Sorrento Beach
Fremantle Markets

Fremantle Markets

During your visit to Perth, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Fremantle Markets. Discover the charming cafes in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.

Fremantle Markets
Fremantle Passenger Terminal

Fremantle Passenger Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Perth with a trip to Fremantle Passenger Terminal. Check out the shops and charming cafes in this walkable area.

Fremantle Passenger Terminal
City Beach

City Beach

Enjoy the tranquility of a gorgeous natural beach close to the city centre of Perth. Dive in for a swim or surf, laze on the warm sand or go beachcombing.

City Beach
Trigg Beach

Trigg Beach

Surf some seriously good waves, get your vitamin D fix by lazing on the beach, or watch the sun set over the Indian ocean on one of Perth’s best surfing beaches.

Trigg Beach

Areas of Perth Beaches

Scarborough Beach featuring a garden, general coastal views and a sandy beach

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.

Scarborough
Cottesloe Beach showing general coastal views, a coastal town and a beach

Cottesloe

Cottesloe is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Cottesloe Beach and Swanbourne Beach while you're in town.

Cottesloe
Great place to enjoy a cool beer and watch the sun set

Mindarie

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Mindarie. You might want to make time for a stop at Mindarie Beach or North Mindarie Foreshore.

Mindarie
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East Fremantle

River views and bars are notable features of East Fremantle. You might consider a stop by Swan River while you're exploring the neighborhood.

East Fremantle
Sorrento Beach featuring a garden and general coastal views as well as a couple

Sorrento

Beaches, waterfront views, and restaurants are some highlights of Sorrento. Make a stop by Sorrento Beach or Marmion Beach while you're exploring.

Sorrento
City Beach showing a coastal town and a sunset

City Beach

You'll enjoy the cafes and seaside views in City Beach. You might want to make time for a stop at Scarborough Beach or City Beach.

City Beach
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