Darling Downs Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Darling Downs
Popular places to visit
Scarborough Beach
Pedestrian promenades with ocean views, fun playgrounds, shops and cafés, and of course the beach itself, make this one very popular surf beach indeed.
Hillarys Boat Harbour
Stroll the length of the boardwalk and admire the view, enjoy a round of mini golf or enjoy a bite to eat at Perth’s liveliest marina.
Elizabeth Quay
An exciting new addition to the Perth riverfront, this precinct has everyone talking. There is already heaps to see and do and it’s not even finished yet.
Kings Park and Botanic Garden
Wander through a spectacular garden, learn about the plants around you, find a shady spot and enjoy a picnic accompanied by stunning views of the Perth skyline.
Optus Stadium
Catch an event at Optus Stadium during your trip to Perth. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Cottesloe Beach
The options are plentiful at family-friendly Cottesloe Beach, another attractive Western Australian beach which simply oozes natural beauty.
Activities
Rottnest Island Same Day Return Ferry from Fremantle
Wave Rock, York, Wildflowers, and Aboriginal Cultural Day Tour from Perth
Margaret River, Caves, Wine and Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse Tour from Perth
Rottnest Island Grand Tour Including Lunch and Historical Train Ride
Pinnacles Desert, Koalas and Sandboarding 4WD Day Tour from Perth
Skip-the-Line: Perth Bell Tower Experience Ticket
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Other neighbourhoods around Darling Downs
South Perth
South Perth is popular for its stunning river views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Perth Zoo or South Perth Observation Deck.
Rockingham
Unique features of Rockingham include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by Palm Beach or Rockingham Beach while you're exploring the area.
Burswood
Burswood is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Crown Perth or Optus Stadium.
Fremantle
Fremantle is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Town Hall and Esplanade Hotel while in the area.
Belmont
Belmont is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Signal Hill Bushland, a top place to visit in the area.
East Perth
East Perth is beloved for its stunning river views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Gloucester Park Raceway and WACA.
- Crown Perth
- Elizabeth Quay
- Kings Park and Botanic Garden
- Optus Stadium
- Cottesloe Beach
- University of Western Australia
- Hay Street Mall
- Fremantle Prison
- Perth Zoo
- Fiona Stanley Hospital
- Murray Street Mall
- Royal Perth Hospital
- Langley Park
- Rockingham Beach
- St George's Terrace
- Perth Mint
- Westfield Carousel Shopping Centre
- Barrack Street Jetty Ferry Terminal
- Fremantle Markets
- Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital
- St John of God Subiaco Hospital
- HBF Park
- Ascot Racecourse
- Adventure World