Things to Do in Western Australia

Things to Do in Western Australia

Not sure where to start? These are some of the WA experiences people come back raving about, spread right across the state so there’s something wherever you’re headed.

Soar over the Avon Valley in a Hot Air Balloon

Rise before the sun and drift over rolling hills, farmland and winding rivers as the Avon Valley wakes up beneath you. You’ll even lend a hand inflating the balloon, then land to a champagne breakfast by the river. It’s one of the best things to do near Perth for a reason. Book the Sunrise Hot Air Balloon & Champagne Breakfast Tour.

Ferry across to Rottnest and Cycle the Island

Rottnest is made for two wheels. Hop the ferry from Fremantle, grab a bike and spend the day rolling between white-sand bays, snorkelling spots and, of course, the odd quokka. No car, no crowds, just you and one of the prettiest islands in the country. Book the Ferry + Bike Hire in Rottnest Island.

Swim with Whale Sharks on Ningaloo Reef

Ningaloo is one of the only places on Earth you can slip into the water beside a whale shark. Add multiple snorkel stops, an underwater photography package and a celebratory glass of bubbly, and you’ve got a full day in Exmouth you won’t stop talking about. Discover the Whale Shark Swim on Powerboat with Lunch.

Tour the Wineries of Margaret River

Margaret River does food and wine like nowhere else. Go at your own pace on a private, fully customisable tour of the region’s boutique wineries, cellar doors and small-batch producers, with a driver who tailors the day around your group. Book the Private Margaret River Wine Region Tour – 5 Hour.

See Perth’s Coastline from a Helicopter

There’s the coastline, and then there’s the coastline from 300 metres up. Fly over Cottesloe Beach, Fremantle Port and the winding Swan River on a 20 minute flight that turns Perth’s turquoise shoreline into something you’ll never see the same way again. Take a look at the Scenic Helicopter Flight Over Perth’s Coastline.

Chase a Broome Sunset with the Dolphins

Cruise Roebuck Bay as the Kimberley sky lights up, keep an eye out for rare snubfin dolphins, take a dip in the boom net and graze on Mediterranean canapes. It’s Broome at its most golden. See the Broome Scenic Dolphin Sunset Cruise.

Places to Visit in Western Australia

WA is so big it feels like several countries in one. Here’s where to point the car.

Perth – The capital brings beaches, wineries and city buzz together in one spot. From rooftop stadium tours to Scenic Flights, it’s the natural place to begin.

Rottnest Island – A short ferry hop from Fremantle and home to the quokka. Cycle the bays, snorkel the reefs, or Glamp Overnight, then settle in on a white-sand beach.

Margaret River – Cellar doors, surf beaches and towering karri forests. The heart of WA’s Wine and Dine scene.

Broome – Cable Beach, pearl history and Kimberley colour. Come for the sunsets, stay for everything else.

Exmouth and Regional WA – Ningaloo Reef, the outback and the coral coast. This is where the truly wild stuff lives, from Swimming with Whale Sharks to remote coastal escapes.

Thinking about the Regions Nearby?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best things to do in Western Australia?
Some of the most popular WA experiences include swimming with whale sharks on Ningaloo Reef, skydiving over Rottnest Island, hot air ballooning over the Avon Valley, wine touring in Margaret River, and scenic helicopter flights over Perth’s coastline.

What are the best things to do in Perth and nearby?
Perth pairs beaches, wineries and city life. Popular options include a scenic helicopter flight over the coastline, a day trip to Rottnest Island, rooftop stadium tours, and a sunrise hot air balloon flight over the nearby Avon Valley.

What are the best things to do in Margaret River?
Margaret River is famous for boutique wineries, breweries and cellar doors, plus surf beaches, national parks and caves. A guided full-day wine tour with tastings, lunch and wine blending is one of the most popular ways to see it.

What are the best things to do in Broome?
Broome highlights include Cable Beach, Roebuck Bay sunset cruises with the chance to spot snubfin dolphins, scenic flights over the Kimberley coastline, and the town’s rich pearling history.

When is the best time to visit Western Australia?
It depends on where you’re headed. The north (Broome, Exmouth, the Kimberley) is best in the dry season from roughly May to October. The south (Perth, Margaret River) shines in spring and summer, September to March. Whale shark season on Ningaloo Reef runs from around March to August.

What are the best beaches to visit in Western Australia?
Cable Beach in Broome, Cottesloe Beach in Perth, Turquoise Bay near Exmouth, and the beaches of Rottnest Island are among WA’s most loved stretches of sand.

What are the best road trips in Western Australia?
Popular routes include Perth to Margaret River through the South West, the Coral Coast run from Perth up to Exmouth and Ningaloo Reef, and the long haul north to Broome and the Kimberley.

What are the top attractions in Western Australia?
Ningaloo Reef, Rottnest Island, Margaret River wine region, Cable Beach in Broome, and Perth’s Kings Park and Swan River regularly top the list of WA attractions.

What are the best things to do in Western Australia with kids?
Rottnest Island (and its quokkas), a Broome sunset dolphin cruise, glass-bottom boat and snorkel tours around Ningaloo, and scenic flights are all family-friendly ways to experience WA.