Australia For Visitors > Perth
Perth
Sun setting on the Indian Ocean near Perth, Western Australia
Set on the Swan River and just 20km inland from the Indian Ocean, Perth, the capital of Western Australia, offers much for the visitor:
Western Australian Museum: Collections on Aboriginal culture, the marine environment, vintage cars, meteorites, and more (not to forget a 25-metre whale skeleton)
Kings Park: just 2km from the city centre, this 4 square km park offers superb tree-framed views of the city and is great for walking or cycling and includes an excellent Botanic Garden with 2,500 native species on show
Perth Zoo: a popular and spacious zoo set in attractive gardens