We flew into Perth from Singapore as part of a huge around-the-world trip with friends — a couple of nights in the world's most geographically isolated major city, a private taxi driver for a personal city tour, and a gentle introduction to the vastness of Australia before the East Coast, Uluru and everything else that was to come.
Perth was where our Australian chapter began — flying in from Singapore, the first stop on Australian soil as part of a huge around the world trip with friends. A couple of nights in the most geographically isolated major city on earth was the gentle way to ease into Australia before the big-hitting adventures further east.
We hired a private taxi driver who gave us a personal city tour of Perth and its surrounds — a really lovely way to get oriented in a city that spreads out over such a wide area. Being driven around by someone who actually knew the city made it an easy, relaxed introduction.
Our impression was that Perth was pleasant, clean and sunny, although it felt a little quieter and less characterful to us than some of the places that came later. As a first Australian stop, though, it was an easy way to settle into the trip.
One of the largest inner-city parks in the world, with sweeping views over the Swan River and the Perth skyline.
The famous Indian Ocean beach — pristine white sand and one of the best sunset spots in Western Australia.
The historic port town just south of Perth — beautiful colonial architecture, markets and a distinct character.
A short ferry from Fremantle — home to the famously photogenic quokkas and gorgeous beaches.
Western Australia's oldest wine region, an easy day trip from central Perth.
The waterfront precinct in the city centre — bars, restaurants and the modern face of Perth.
Rottnest Island, Fremantle tours, Swan Valley wine tastings and more:
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