If you live in Western Australia or are there on a holiday, this page has been created to give you some options for a day out. This can be with the family, with friends or by your self.

It could be a day at the zoo, botanical gardens, markets, galleries, events, festivals and everything in-between.

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Lancelin is a small fishing and tourist town 127 km north of Perth, Western Australia. It’s a great spot for sand duning, fishing and off roading!! Leigh

The Desert View Walk trail is a 1.6 km loop walk through the Pinnacles Desert in the Nambung National Park, the scenery is beautiful. It does get rather hot on this walk, so I would avoid peak summer and earlier or later in the day.
The Pinnacles of Nambung National Park are natural limestone structures, dating back 25,000-30,000 years! It is a 2/2.5 hour drive from Perth, but is down as a must see whilst you are in WA. $15 entry per vehicle. Leigh

The famous Natures Window is located within the stunning Kalbarri National Park in Western Australia, between Shark Bay and Geraldton. This is an attraction you visit along with the Kalbarri Skywalk.

The Kalbarri Skywalk offers breathtaking views of the Murchison River gorge and its spectacular surrounding landscape. Float on air as you take a thrilling walk out along two cantilevered viewing platforms that hang in mid-air 100m above the gorge.

Entry Fee – $15 per vehicle.

Michael

The Pinnacles are a must see if you are in Western Australia. A 4.5 km drive trail, winding its way through the amazing limestone structures. Some of the structures are as tall as 3.5m. It is free entry, the only facility on site is a toilet, there are no shops or restaurants, so make sure you pack food and drinks.
You can drive through the pinnacles and also park up and walk around to feel them

Located in the Kalamunda Hills, the Zigzag Scenic Drive is one to see. With its winding turns that zig and zag down the western side of the Darling Range within the Gooseberry Hill National Park, you get spectacular views around every corner, including some pretty special ones of Perth city. Amy

This has to be one of my favourite days out in WA the park is amazing there’s so many animals to see and chance to see meet and hold so may koalas, there is also a huge kangaroo park that you can walk though and stroke and feed the kangaroos. If your ever looking for a day out this is a 100% have to go to place.

Mindarie Marina is lovely place to visit. Located North of river, the marina has shallow water perfect for kayaking, a park and restaurants. In the Summer months they also hold outdoor cinema’s with kids movies. Leigh

We decided to go on a whale watching tour with Rottnest Fast Ferries for my Father in Laws birthday while he was here visiting. It was a wonderful experience, the tour guide for the whale watching was from the AQWA in Hillary’s and was very informative, the boat had a front viewing point that you could go on to spot the whales and after a half hour journey out to sea we spotted various groups of Humpback Whales, they were mainly calf’s and Mothers making their migration to food down south, it really was a once in a lifetime experience!

At Pink Lake (Kalbarri) Western Australia. The pink salt lake is a must see! It’s recommended that you visit between 10am and 2pm, when the sun is high – this will bring out the most impressive shades.

Leigh

Hillarys Marina Lighthouse is a great spot to watch the sunrise or sunset. There are plenty of cafe’s and restaurants within walking distance at the Marina.

The Chadwick Family

Perth zoo is absolutely fantastic for a day out. We went in December just before Christmas. There was also some Christmas events such Santa’s Grotto.

Gemma

If you like being in the countryside and exploring the hills, John Forrest National Park is a beautiful park to visit. Great for taking the kids on a gentle hike with plenty of picnic spots with sensational views of the Perth Hills. It is great for walking, mountain biking and bush walking. There is a strict rule of no dogs in a lot of the national parks

Michael C

Perth Christmas festival is a really good day out. It’s located in Burswood next to the Optus stadium. There is market stalls, food trucks, beer trucks, kids entertainment, arts and crafts, and a big screen playing Christmas movies. Really good for getting into the Christmas spirit!

The Optus Stadium is a great place to visit if you want to watch an AFL game, cricket or watch a concert, we even had UK football teams visit recently! The Optus stadium is located 10 minutes from the Perth CBD and offers multiple event spaces alongside playgrounds, two restaurants, public art, picnic and barbecue facilities and a network of walking and cycle tracks throughout. We often park at the Optus and go for a walk around the grounds and even get to see the odd dolphin in the Swan River!

A great thing about Perth is that there are plenty of events that are held in parks. All completely free. We went to one in Quinn’s Rocks, there was so much to do. Inflatables, mini golf, animal petting, soccer games, show bags, market stalls, food stalls and games like giant Jenga and giant snakes and ladders. The kids were entertained for hours.

Gemma

They have lots of events in the year for different celebrations. This was on Father’s Day, they had lots of different things going on, bouncy castles, cars on show, kite displays, great day out!

Gemma

Free School Holiday event for the kids. Different Harry Potter activities to do around the shopping centre, hours of fun! – Gemma

Kings Park and botanical gardens is a great place for a day out. We often take a picnic and sit and take in the amazing views over the city. There are so many parks and things for the kids to explore. There are lots of lookouts, memorials and stunning scenery to look out for. Definitely another favourite of ours.

The Teale Family

Did an assisted flight today over Mandurah the pilot said I was doing so well controlling the plane for my first time he treated me to some acrobatics was so much fun think I might start getting my flying hours in and become a pilot as a side job/hobby

The train line in WA runs along the freeway, it’s super easy to hop on and off and easy to access for park and ride. We jump on and pay $10 for a family ticket, this takes us into the city from Currambine and back again. Definitely more fun for the kids and it’s cheaper than paying to park in the city. It does cost to park at the station, so we usually park closely where it’s free parking.

Leigh