Things to do in Perth with a local
Perth combines city parkland, long white beaches and a historic port town in Fremantle, all under a famously sunny sky. It is a relaxed, outdoor city that is best enjoyed at a local's pace. This guide covers eight well-known Perth experiences and how each one feels with a Deeplay Companion — a verified local you book by the hour for platonic social activities.
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The guide
Eight Perth experiences, better shared
- 1
Kings Park and Botanic Garden
West Perth
One of the world's largest inner-city parks, with lookouts over the Swan River and the city skyline and the Lotterywest Federation Walkway through the treetops.
Why with a local: A local knows the lookouts and the quieter tracks, and makes it an easy, conversational first meeting.
- 2
Cottesloe Beach
Cottesloe
Perth's best-known beach, famous for Indian Ocean sunsets and the Sculpture by the Sea exhibition held there each year.
Why with a local: A late-afternoon walk along the beach is a classic Perth experience, and a local knows where to watch the sunset from.
- 3
Fremantle Markets and the West End
Fremantle
Historic markets in a heritage port town, surrounded by the West End's nineteenth-century streetscapes and the Cappuccino Strip.
Why with a local: Fremantle is a whole afternoon. A Companion can string together the markets, the harbour and a meal.
- 4
Rottnest Island
Off the coast of Fremantle
An island reached by ferry from Fremantle, Perth and Hillarys, known for its bays, cycling and quokkas.
Why with a local: A day trip is easier to plan with someone who knows which bays to head for and how to get around the island.
- 5
Elizabeth Quay
Perth CBD
A waterfront precinct on the Swan River with walkways, the Spanda sculpture and ferries across to South Perth.
Why with a local: A riverside lunch or dinner with a Companion, with an easy walk along the foreshore afterwards.
- 6
Perth Cultural Centre and WA Museum Boola Bardip
Northbridge
Home to the Western Australian Museum Boola Bardip, the Art Gallery of Western Australia and the State Library, on the edge of Northbridge.
Why with a local: A museum visit shared with a local, then dinner in Northbridge's restaurant strip.
- 7
Leederville and Mount Lawley
Inner north
Two of Perth's favourite inner-city strips — Oxford Street in Leederville and Beaufort Street in Mount Lawley — for cafés, cinemas and dining.
Why with a local: A local's go-to café is the best introduction to how Perth people spend a weekend morning.
- 8
Swan Valley
North-east of Perth
Western Australia's oldest wine region, around half an hour from the city, with wineries, breweries, chocolate makers and produce stalls.
Why with a local: A longer booking for a relaxed long lunch, with a Companion who knows the area.
Practical tips
Getting around Perth
- Perth's sun is strong, especially in summer. Bring a hat, sunscreen and water for beach and park walks.
- Swim between the red and yellow flags at patrolled beaches.
- Free CAT buses loop around the CBD, which makes it easy to meet a Companion anywhere in the city centre.
- For a first booking, choose a public, central meeting spot and agree on the plan in Deeplay messages beforehand.
- Having a good time? You can extend a booking during the activity, from an extra 30 minutes up to 3 hours.
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