The sun’s out, the vibes are high and Perth’s putting on a show this summer.
From harbourside brews and rooftop cinema sessions to balmy nights by the beach and alfresco dining below endless blue skies, nobody does warm weather better than the West Coast.
Whether you’re looking to eat, sip, splash, stay, or all of the above, let this be your cheat sheet to making the most of summer in Perth.
EXPLORE PERTH...
Your go-to guide for living your best West Aussie summer
EAT
SEE
PLAY
STAY
EAT
Whenever I’m in the city, I always end up swinging into Edward & Ida’s. It’s just an easy spot to settle into - a great pint of Guinness, really good snacks, and always solid tunes playing. It’s the kind of place where you can just relax for a bit and always makes the day better!”
“
–Brendan Pratt,
Culinary Director, Parker Group
1/5
Little Creatures Brewery Fremantle
This summer, Little Creatures unveils its next evolution at 42 Mews Road—a multi-level harbourside home designed to celebrate great brews, tasty eats, unbeatable views and family-friendly fun (new playground alert). Park up downstairs to Cherub Hall for a relaxed coastal energy or head upstairs for elevated sips and stunning views of the Fremantle harbour.
EXPLORE MORE
5/5
Lavender Estate
All your purple-tinged picnic fantasies come true at Lavender Estate this summer. Amongst the dreamy lavender fields, you can enjoy a grazing box loaded with paper-thin prosciutto, roast chicken, salty salami, dips, pickles, cheeses galore and more, all enjoyed with a bottle of house wine for just $90. Roll out your rug, pour a glass and let your cottage-core fantasies bloom.
EXPLORE MORE
4/5
Santini Bar & Grill
In the heart of the CBD, the Chef Tasting Menu at Santini Bar & Grill is a full-on flavour flex. It kicks off with with a medley of starters; rolling into the legendary squid ink risotto, QT rib eye and more by culinary superstar Jake Lynch; then finishing strong with a game-changing tiramisu that’s been throwing a party on guests' palates since 1988.
EXPLORE MORE
3/5
Nikola Estate
Grab a glass, kick off your shoes and settle in for a weekend of sunshine, shiraz and chardonnay at Nikola Estate. Saturdays mean happy hour under the vines, while select Sundays bring a bunch of family-friendly fun to the Swan Valley—think bouncy castles and face painting for the kids, plenty of chilled (and cheap) drinks for the adults, live music and lawn lounging.
EXPLORE MORE
2/5
Fruit Picking in Kalamunda
For a peachy afternoon with postcard-perfect views, head to the hills to pick your own peaches, plums and juicy nectarines straight from the tree. Go orchard-hopping between S&R Orchard, The Fruit Corner, Leotta’s Orchard and Tony’s Summer Fruits; sample Core Cider and Carmel Cider Co's crisp drops, and stock up on fridge-fillers from Bickley Valley Fresh and Quality Citrus Grower Direct.
EXPLORE MORE
EAT
Nothing beats a sunny morning at Hyde Park—jacaranda shade, a picnic rug, and a Chu Bakery passionfruit donut in hand. If you’re up early, roll in for a 9am pay-as-you-feel yoga sesh and kickstart your weekend with a little zen.
Renée Ardon-Coppinger,
Urban List Travel And Entertainment Editor
“
SEE
5/5
West Australian Ballet: Incandescence
In association with Perth Festival, the West Australian Ballet is pirouetting into the Quarry Amphitheatre with 16 performances across February, with their summer favourite Ballet at the Quarry season, an open-air dance spectacular in City Beach. Fusing classical ballet with contemporary choreography, this dazzling show serves up enough leaps and twirls to keep your eyes locked on the stage as the stars twinkle up above.
EXPLORE MORE
4/5
Film Club at Rendezvous Hotel Perth Scarborough
When Scarborough heats up, the Rendezvous Hotel Perth Scarborough swaps surfboards for the silver screen with its sky-high Film Club. A whopping 24 storeys up, catch a range of movie faves while nibbling on elevated cinema snacks, sipping curated cocktails, and soaking in the scene-stealing views of the Indian Ocean below.
EXPLORE MORE
3/5
United Cup
Game, set, Perth. The world’s top tennis stars are hitting RAC Arena for the United Cup, an international showdown where nine mixed teams from all across the globe battle it out on the court for a whopping $17 million in prize money. Watch pros like the world number three Coco Gauff and four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka serve up a storm.
EXPLORE MORE
2/5
HoopsFest
HoopsFest is back, baby. Across four un-ball-ievable days this January, the Hungry Jack’s NBL and WNBL are taking over RAC Arena with blockbuster games, doubleheaders, the famed Sneakerland exhibition, plus eats, beats and full-court chaos. One ticket will get you into two games most days, but on Saturday it'll get you into three—now that’s what we call a slam dunk.
EXPLORE MORE
1/5
Accordion at Elizabeth Quay
The grand ol’ dame Elizabeth Quay is celebrating summer with Accordion—a free, dazzling new light installation set to transform the Quay with colour, music and movement. Brought to life by globally acclaimed studio Amigo & Amigo, this stunning installment is designed to ignite moments of playfulness and connection for the whole fam.
EXPLORE MORE
SEE
There’s nothing like escaping the summer sun and getting lost inside the Art Gallery of Western Australia for a few hours. Cold drink in hand, wandering the galleries is a perfect way to feel like you’re soaking up a quick culture hit. Plus, the Re-PLAY exhibition (running until late February) is such a perfect way to keep my two curious toddlers entertained on a hot day. No trip is complete without a quick (or not so quick) browse through the AGWA Design Store, where I’m guaranteed to find a gorgeous new book, ceramic, or gift for a loved one.
Danielle Davies,
Urban List Perth Editor
“
PLAY
5/5
Lancelin 4WD Sand Dunes Adventure
Forget about the beaches—the real fun in Lano is found off-road. Hop in a 4WD and boost across Lano’s towering sand dunes on an epic adventure with Lancelin 4WD. Fast, fun and unforgettable, you'll get to try sandboarding for yourself—it’s basically snowboarding, but with zero frostbite.
EXPLORE MORE
4/5
Escape This x Frisk Small Bar
Put your wits, nerves and friendship to the test in Escape This’ mind-bending immersive experiences. Once you’ve made it out alive, wander next door to Frisk Small Bar where you'll find a secret cocktail menu inspired by your adventure. Unlock the menu by mentioning SummerSorted when you book an Escape This experience, and your group will receive a free secret menu cocktail.
EXPLORE MORE
3/5
Linger Longer With Rottnest Express
Why leave Rotto when the party’s just getting started? Thanks to the Rottnest Express 9pm ferry service, you can squeeze every last drop out of island life—twilight golf, sunset sips at Pinky’s and dinner under the stars. Bonus: all late-night travellers heading back to the mainland on the last ferry score exclusive activity, food and drink deals.
EXPLORE MORE
2/5
Go Surf Perth
Grab your mates and a board, and hit the waves at Go Surf Perth. With knowledgeable (and crucially, patient) instructors showing you how to safely catch a wave, you’ll be standing up in no time. Waves, wetty, softboards and sunscreen all supplied, all you need to bring is bathers and bravado.
EXPLORE MORE
1/5
THE OZONE at Optus Stadium
Step into THE OZONE and see Perth’s sporting cathedral like never before. This eye-opening tour of Optus Stadium lets you strut through the changerooms, perch on the player benches and take in the Swan River and city skyline from jaw-dropping vantage points. It’s 90 minutes of insider access, epic stories and endless photo opps.
EXPLORE MORE
PLAY
Summer in Perth is all about contrast. Start with a swim and snorkel at Coogee Beach, then head back into the city for a stylish stay at QT Perth. Book dinner at Casa for a relaxed vibe with interesting flavours and wrap the night with something unforgettable from the Perth Festival calendar. It’s effortless Perth perfection.
Nina Throsby,
Group Sommelier,
Kailis Hospitality Group
“
STAY
6/6
The Westin Perth
One look at the Westin Perth’s spacious, sleek suites and its easy to see how it pulled its 5-star rating. Splash around in the rooftop pool, twirl your way through a plate of pasta at Guy Grossi’s Garum, knock back a martini or two at Haven Lounge, all without ever leaving the building. If you're up for it, the Presidential Suite’s Sunset Club gives you golden hour cocktails, roaming canapes, freshly shucked oysters and a live cooking demonstration from a private chef.
EXPLORE MORE
4/6
The Lodge Wadjemup
Gone are the days where staying the night on Rotto meant roughing it in a no-frills cottage. The Lodge Wadjemup is the island’s new show-off: rooms with all the creature comforts, a sparkling pool overlooking the salt lakes and an on-site Sunset Bar and Dining for when the hunger (or the thirst) strikes. This is Rottnest living, all grown up.
EXPLORE MORE
3/6
Parmelia Hilton Perth
The Parmelia Hilton Perth is an inner-city icon with stylish rooms, a sparkling outdoor pool and five-star service. Turn your summer staycation into a full-blown holiday romance with the Sweeten Your Stay deal—think bubbles on arrival, late checkouts, 25% off at the contemporary brasserie Samuels on Mill, and a French Riveria-style escape at the exclusive poolside Club Minuty.
EXPLORE MORE
2/6
Amaroo Retreat & Spa
Peace, quiet and your very own outdoor spa bath—Amaroo is the adults-only hideaway in the hills you’ll wish you’d booked sooner. Book a two-night midweek stay and they’ll sweeten the deal with a complimentary sparkling wine, a decadent dessert platter and a $100 voucher for the spa or restaurant. Just use code 2NMW for romance and relaxation less than an hour from the city.
EXPLORE MORE
1/6
Aloft Perth
Like your sleep-ins with a side of style? With colourful accents, sun-soaked pool vibes and buttery bedding, Aloft’s striking, sleek rooms are anything but ordinary. Their Sip, Stay & Explore package makes it all too easy: an overnight stay, self-parking, buffet breakfast for two, two signature cocktails at W XYZ Bar, and a loaded house grazing board.
EXPLORE MORE
5/6
The Ritz-Carlton, Perth
Sleepovers have never been so glamorous, yet totally family friendly. This summer, The Ritz-Carlton, Perth is ready to welcome the whole crew, with valet parking, daily brekky, extra bedding for king rooms, and a calendar of fun-filled activities. A dedicated Ritz Kids menu, creative play and surprise appearance from the much-loved mascot Leo the Lion himself make this a stay the whole family will roar about.
EXPLORE MORE
STAY
Return to the top
