Perth, Western Australia (2026)
Perth, Western Australia (2026)
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As part of our winter escape 2026 we started in our most favourite city in the world, Perth in Western Australia. Being the city with the most hours of sunshine it is the perfect place for us to escape winter in our home country. It's an ideal city as there is no need for a car because public transport is well organised and free. On top of that it's clean, offers many restaurants and perfect beaches are closeby.
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Perfect setting
Perfect setting
Isn't this the perfect setting? Relaxing while watching the waves in the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. Spotted this idyllic picture while walking along the boulevard in the suburb of Scarborough near the city of Perth in Western Australia.
Watching 'Eternity' at the rooftop movies theatre
Watching 'Eternity' at the rooftop movies theatre
Watching 'Eternity' at the rooftop movies theatre in the city of Perth, Western Australia. There is absolutely something about watching a movie in the open air, especially with the backdrop of a city skyline at night. The theatre features a fully licensed pop-up rooftop bar serving craft beers and wines. Popcorn, candy bar snacks, and hot pizzas are available on-site. Outside food is also permitted.
Entering Windsor Park
Entering Windsor Park
Entering Windsor Park in the city of South Perth, Western Australia. To get here we took the free ferry from Elizabeth Quay in Perth for the 10-minute crossing of the Swan River.
Windsor Park is a historic civic park, directly adjacent to the Perth Zoo. It features beautifully manicured Victorian-style gardens and functions as a popular open space for community events, weddings, and leisurely walks.
Wine with a view
Wine with a view
Wine with a view over the Matagarup Bridge at sunset in the city of Perth, Western Australia. Sitting in the Camfield restaurant near Optus Stadium provides for this awesome view while enjoying some food and drinks.
Walking towards the lit-up Matagarup Bridge
Walking towards the lit-up Matagarup Bridge
Walking towards the lit-up Matagarup Bridge in the city of Perth, Western Australia. It's an iconic 370-meter-long pedestrian and cyclist suspension bridge spanning the Swan River. Opened in July 2018, it serves as a vital structural link connecting East Perth with the Burswood Peninsula and Optus Stadium.
The Matagarup Bridge in yellowish lighting
The Matagarup Bridge in yellowish lighting
The Matagarup Bridge in yellowish lighting shines bright in the city of Perth, Western Australia. The bridge features over 800 meters of multicolor LED lighting that changes dynamically for community calendars and stadium events. The flowing black and white arches represent a pair of black and white swans or the Wagyl (the water-serpent from Noongar Dreaming stories).
Perth skyline from the Matagarup Bridge
Perth skyline from the Matagarup Bridge
It's always a pleasure to cross the Matagarup Bridge in the city of Perth, Western Australia. Loving the Perth skyline against the sunset. The name "Matagarup" is a traditional Noongar term meaning "place where the river is only leg-deep".
The floating concert platform at sunset
The floating concert platform at sunset
We were surprised to see this floating concert platform at sunset while visiting Elizabeth Quay in the city of Perth, Western Australia. Got to experience a free concert by Gisella Colletti.
Gisella Colletti is a rising Australian singer-songwriter from Perth, who rose to prominence as a breakout finalist on Australian Idol 2025, where she placed third.
The 10 year anniversary of Elizabeth Quay
The 10 year anniversary of Elizabeth Quay
Celebrating the 10 year anniversary of Elizabeth Quay in the city of Perth, Western Australia since officially opening to the public. The AU$440 million waterfront precinct has transformed Perth’s city skyline and Swan River foreshore, evolving from a modest construction site into a bustling cultural and entertainment hub.
Rainbow people on the bridge
Rainbow people on the bridge
Specific LED lighting made it look like there were rainbow people on the bridge at Elizabeth Quay in the city of Perth, Western Australia.
Elizabeth Quay was celebrating its 10-year anniversary since officially opening to the public.
The Cape Peron lookout
The Cape Peron lookout
The Cape Peron lookout is the first thing to explore when arriving at Cape Peron near the town of Rockingham in Western Australia. It is highly regarded for its distinctive cantilevered suspension bridge platform, offering 360-degree panoramic views across Shoalwater Islands Marine Park, Cockburn Sound and Penguin Island.
Crossing the dunes
Crossing the dunes
Crossing the dunes at Cape Peron near the town of Rockingham in Western Australia. This stunning headland is located features rugged limestone cliffs, hidden coves, and panoramic views over the Shoalwater Islands Marine Park towards Penguin Island.
Bench overlooking the Indian Ocean
Bench overlooking the Indian Ocean
After having walked for about half an hour we found this lovely bench overlooking the Indian Ocean at Cape Peron near the town of Rockingham in Western Australia. Had some lunch there while admiring the tranquility.
Aiming at incoming enemies
Aiming at incoming enemies
We were surprised to find this cannon while walking at Cape Peron near the town of Rockingham in Western Australia. Turns out it's a replica 155mm howitzer aiming at incoming enemies. The cannons at Cape Peron are remnants of WWII’s "K" Battery, built in 1943 to protect Cockburn Sound.
Mushroom Rock
Mushroom Rock
Admiring Mushroom Rock while on a walk at Cape Peron near the town of Rockingham in Western Australia. It's an iconic, naturally eroded limestone formation located just off the coast of Cape Peron. A true paradise for some of the native birds.
Kangaroo on high alert
Kangaroo on high alert
Every year we try to walk to Heirisson Island, located in the Swan River near the city of Perth, Western Australia. The island is host to a number of resident kangaroos and it's always fun to spot a few. Here is a kangaroo on high alert as we were approaching.
A little corella in flight
A little corella in flight
A little corella in flight while having a walk in the city of Perth in Western Australia.
The little corella is a small, highly intelligent white cockatoo native to mainland Australia and southern New Guinea. Well-known for its playful antics, striking blue eye-rings, and loud, social behavior, this resilient parrot thrives across both the arid Australian interior and modern urban environments.
Back at the Crawley Edge boatshed
Back at the Crawley Edge boatshed
Back at the Crawley Edge boatshed in the suburb of Crawley near the city of Perth in Western Australia. This iconic boatshed is also known as the blue boathouse and it actually the most instagrammable and most photographed building in the city. We always love to come back here.
Access to the beach
Access to the beach
Access to the beach is easy in the suburb of Cottesloe near the city of Perth in Western Australia. Cottesloe Beach is Western Australia's iconic, 1.5 km stretch of white sand. It is celebrated for its crystal-clear waters, protected swimming enclosure, and the shady Norfolk Island Pines lining Marine Parade.
Sculpture 'Icarus'
Sculpture 'Icarus'
A leisurely Sunday morning walk led us past the sculpture 'Icarus' in the suburb of Cottesloe near the city of Perth in Western Australia.
The piece is a distinct, contemporary aluminium sculpture positioned on the corner of Marine Parade and Grant Street, overlooking the stunning Indian Ocean.
Lined by peppermint trees
Lined by peppermint trees
Pathways in Mueller Park are lined by peppermint trees in Subiaco, near the city of Perth in Western Australia.
The park is a beloved community green space that serves as a vital recreational hub for locals and visitors alike. This well-maintained park combines natural beauty with recreational facilities, offering a peaceful escape within suburban Perth.
Pond reflection in the Harold Boas Gardens
Pond reflection in the Harold Boas Gardens
We were glad we discovered the Harold Boas Gardens in the city of Perth, Western Australia. It's one of the city’s oldest public parks and many of the trees date back to 1900 which form enchanting and intimate spaces in four distinct and naturally captivating areas. We loved the pond reflection in this tranquil, inner-city Perth garden.
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