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Perth is an ideal base from which you can explore
the diverse surrounding attractions. Only minutes away, you
can visit wineries with sumptuous lunches, swim with wild dolphins
in their natural environment, holiday on an island, and explore
the colourful port city of Fremantle.
Perthis a leisure-oriented city with a temperate and tropical
climate, while oceansideFremantle resonates a largely European
charm. South of Perth, the Margaret River region's
uniquely mellow landscape is especially attractive, supporting
orchards, wineries and numerous small holiday hideaways in
giant eucalypt forests. Both Albany and Esperance are
attractive resort towns on the Southern Ocean's rugged coastline.
They make ideal bases for exploration of their adjacent national
parks, with the StirlingRanges just
visible from Albany.
The desert of the
Nullarbor Plain extends to South Australia, while inland Kalgoorlie is the sole
survivor of the once-thriving Eastern Goldfields. The north
of the state is where you'll discover the raw appeal of its
wilderness. Shark Bay and the attractive home of the dolphins at Monkey Mia is worthwhile.É The Pilbararegion fills
the state's northwest with the often-overlooked gorges of the Hamersley Ranges.
The NingalooReef near
Exmouth offers a underwater spectacle and Broome, once the world's
pearling capital, is indeed a jewel in the rugged Northwest
on the edge of the Kimberley's wilderness.
Population: 1.7 million
Capital: Perth
Size: 2,525,600 sq km
Climate: Temperate
Time Zone: GMT/UTC plus 8 hours
Telephone Area Code: 08
Perth - Western Australia's capital,
renowned for its warm, sunny climate, pristine coastline
and relaxed lifestyle. Only minutes away, beaches, vineyards,
hills, an historic port city and an island wait to be explored.
The City of Perthis focused on the central business district
and surrounding inner city residential areas. Nestled in
a picturesque natural amphitheatre, bordered by Kings Park
botanical gardens and the beautiful Swan River. Visitors
find the city to be clean, well laid out and easy to get
around.
The city is a must see destination for all visitors. It is the State's centre
for the arts, for business, government and entertainment. The Perth Cultural
Centre, featuring the State Library, Museum and Art Gallery is one of the
most popular attractions for visitors from near and far. Shopping enthusiasts
will be easily satisfied by Western Australia's largest range of shops and
boutiques, while sports fans will be delighted in cricket and football fixtures
at the WACA ground and GloucesterPark harness racing.
Public transport within the central city is free. The very popular CATS bus
service travels on fixed east-west and north-south routes, guaranteeing the
traveller's return to their point of boarding. Two major bus terminals and
the central train station make public transport access to other suburbs in
Perthan inexpensive and easy travel option.
There is good shopping available, plenty of riverside and beachside restaurants
and cafes to dine at, world-class golf courses, over 80 kilometres (50 miles)
of white sandy beaches to sunbathe on and a mecca of outdoor activities and
experiences to enjoy.
Restaurants Overview
With Perth's temperate climate and beautiful views, eating out is a popular
pastime. Restaurants abound within the City area, from fine dining through
to relaxed al fresco style. Hundreds of restaurants offer cuisine from
across the world. Northbridge, the city's entertainment and dining precinct,
offers a host of dining options in a compact area, just north of the city
centre.
Banking Facilities
EFTPOS is available
Automatic Teller Machine (ATM) Facilities
Currency Exchange
General Banking:
9.30am to 4.00pm Monday to Friday
Western Australian Visitor Centre
Ground Floor
Albert Facey House
Corner Forrest Place & Wellington
Street
Perth
Tel. 1300 361 351 Fax.08 9481 0190
E-Mail: travel@tourism.wa.gov.au
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