Holiday Homes in Perth

The state capital of Western Australia, Perth is the fourth largest city in Australia demographically speaking. Isolated from the rest of Australia's cities, Perth is Australia's westernmost capital. It rises above the Swan River and is encircled by the beaches of the Indian Ocean and the vineyards of the Swan Valley. A cosmopolitan city, Perth is a popular tourist destination that is home to many museums and universities of all fields and has plenty of green space. A place of leisure and sports, the city is home to famous soccer, basketball and rugby teams, as well as Australian rules soccer and cricket, the most popular outdoor sports in the region. So many reasons to visit this beautiful city on the west coast of Australia whose Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild winters will delight you! Like all major cities, Perth has hotels and seasonal apartment rentals to accommodate its visitors. To discover the customs of Perth, there is nothing better than to go directly to meet its inhabitants. To do this, Wimdu offers a wide range of apartments, vacation rentals or guest houses for your stay in the great Australian west.

Did you know?

• Perth is the second windiest major city in the world.
• Perth is the sunniest city in Australia.
• Perth one of the most isolated cities of over a million people in the world.
• The warmest temperature ever recorded in Perth was 46.7°C on February 23, 1991.

What to visit in Perth

Perth welcomes million visitors from all over the world every year attracted by the beauty of its beaches as well as its various tourist attractions. Those visiting Perth for the first time will certainly be amazed by its many bays, beaches and capes. You can start the tour of the city by visiting Kings Park, the huge park overlooking the city and the Swan River. The view of Perth Bay is stunning! The park is home to botanical gardens with over 2000 different species of Western Australian plants. You will be charmed by a walk through its grounds. Continue your visit by the city zoo which houses nearly 1300 animals for 164 species. Seabed enthusiasts will undoubtedly enjoy visiting the aquarium located at Hillarys Boat Harbour. The aquarium houses many specimens such as rays or sharks. Interactive tours are offered and will allow young and old to get closer to the species. Nearby is also the Western Australian Art Gallery which offers a rich collection of Aboriginal art but also exhibits on marine, whale skeletons and meteorites discovered in central Australia. When it comes to beaches, the city has no shortage of options... Lovers of relaxation, diving and sea sports will find something to suit them among the 150 surrounding beaches... Each one more beautiful than the other, the most popular beaches however remain those of Cottesloe and Scarbourough. Both are supervised and offer surfboard and snorkeling equipment rentals. These beaches also have many bars from which you can admire the sea while sipping a cocktail. Don't miss the chance to sail up the Swan River, a multitude of companies offer low-cost tours from the Barrack Street pier. Before heading back to your vacation rental to relax, stop by the Subiaco Market. This one offers a wide selection of fruits and vegetables but also fish and shellfish for a typical local dinner. Shopping lovers will go to the London Court, this gigantic arcade houses a multitude of stores of all kinds! You can refresh your wardrobe before going home. If you're heading to Perth in February, don't miss the city's festival which features some of the most original and varied music, theater, choreography and film activities. As for Northbridge, it is the place to be for nightlife. The animation is in full swing every Friday and Saturday, especially at the Aqua.

Getting around Perth

Perth airportlocated to the east of the city is connected to major cities around the world and Australia. A shuttle bus connects the airport to the city center in only 30 minutes. The road network is extremely well organized around Perth as the city is served by 3 free highways and 9 major roads. To get around Perth "Intra-Muros", the city offers a network of buses, trains and ferries. Bicycles can also be rented throughout the city. Riding a bike is a great experience! Cabs, convenient but expensive, are also an option if you are just passing through and want to see as many of Perth's sights as possible in the shortest amount of time.