7 Days in Perth: A Journey of Discovery

Loverjan Tricia Lawas

11 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling adventure through the vibrant city of Perth, where ancient marvels meet modern delights. Explore fascinating museums, encounter cuddly animals, and indulge in mouthwatering cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable week of exploration and excitement!

Trip to Perth

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Day 1Harbour Hopping and Cultural Delights

$216

$ 12

Boating hub & entertainment centre with restaurants, stores, an aquarium & other family attractions.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

25 - 30 min

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Lively arts complex including government buildings, museums, theaters & art galleries.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$100

5 - 8 min

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Museum in Perth Cultural Centre with social & cultural history exhibits, plus a cafe in an old jail.

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

14 - 21 min

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Waterside entertainment complex on an inlet with shopping, cafes, boat tours, art & museums.

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$116

Day 2Wildlife Wonders and Glittering Treasures

$721

$ 36

Petting zoo with opportunities to feed lambs & guinea pigs, plus pony rides & a bouncy castle.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$75

13 - 16 min

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Family-run wildlife park featuring around 200 species, plus farm shows & up-close animal encounters.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$125

27 - 33 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$152

1 - 2 min

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Government moneymaking facility with gold-history displays, tours of vaults & an 1899 melting house.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$100

7 - 10 min

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Gothic cathedral opened in 1865, with a bell tower & other features added over the next 150 years.

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

26 - 32 min

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Storied aquarium with a cafe featuring a walk-through underwater tunnel & interactive touch pool.

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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$125

7 - 10 min

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8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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$144

Day 3Nature's Beauty and Artistic Marvels

$287

$ 12

Patrons can explore the park's many caves along with hiking trails showcasing its unique wildlife.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

41 - 50 min

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Public space with a market hall, gardens & sculptures, plus the illuminated Perth Digital Tower.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$100

4 - 5 min

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The Art Gallery of Western Australia | AGWA

Museum featuring eclectic exhibitions of classic & contemporary regional art in a minimalist space.

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

13 - 20 min

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Landmark modern tower with ringing bells & an observation deck offering city views.

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$75

2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$112

Day 4Parks, Zoos, and Majestic Memorials

$397

$ 48

Spacious park & conservation reserve in Perth’s Swan Valley, plus a transportation heritage museum.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

31 - 38 min

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Quaint, storied zoo offering animal exhibits & behind-the-scenes tours, plus picnic areas & cafes.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$125

11 - 14 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$136

4 - 5 min

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Park with an obelisk & other war memorials honoring Australians who sacrificed for their country.

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Landscaped park, overlooking the Swan River, with honour avenues, plus war & historic memorials.

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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$136

Day 5Botanic Gardens and Koala Encounters

$393

$ 48

Lush green spaces & gardens with a variety of plants plus a manmade lake, miniature train & paths.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$50

25 - 30 min

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Family park for feeding & holding koalas, kangaroos & other wildlife, plus a kiddie train ride.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$75

14 - 17 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$144

13 - 16 min

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Home of Serpentine Falls, which cascade over a granite face, plus walking trails amid kangaroos.

2:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

21 - 26 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$124

Day 6Maritime History and Artistic Vibes

$348

Restored 1850s-era commissariat building with artifacts documenting shipwrecks & their relics.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Grassy park near the waterfront with mature trees, an observational wheel & playground, plus a cafe.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Busy indoor market dating to 1897 with stalls selling food, local produce, clothes & handicrafts.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$104

8 - 11 min

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Large, old penitentiary providing interactive cultural exhibits on convict life, tours & a cafe.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$100

14 - 21 min

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Built by convicts, the Australian Gothic site offers displays & live music, plus a cafe & gift shop.

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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$144

Day 7Thrills, Vegetarian Delights, and Chinese Cuisine

$452

$ 36

Waterfront museum featuring a guided submarine tour, a range of iconic vessels & history exhibits.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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Spacious park with adventurous rides, including a huge roller coaster & a waterslide, plus eateries.

10:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$200

6 - 8 min

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3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$120

8 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$132

Budget breakdown: $3006 In total

Activities & Food:$2814

Transport:$192