Balcatta Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Scarborough Beach
Pedestrian promenades with ocean views, fun playgrounds, shops and cafés, and of course the beach itself, make this one very popular surf beach indeed.
Hillarys Boat Harbour
Stroll along the boardwalk and take in the view, play mini golf or sit down for a gourmet meal at one of Perth’s most lively marinas.
Optus Stadium
Catch an event at Optus Stadium during your trip to Perth. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Elizabeth Quay
An exciting new addition to the Perth riverfront, this precinct has everyone talking. There is already heaps to see and do and it’s not even finished yet.
Kings Park and Botanic Garden
Wander through native scrubland, learn about plant species, have a barbecue or find a spot on the grass to enjoy the view of the Perth skyline.
Cottesloe Beach
Ride the waves, swim in the clear water or have a picnic on the terraced lawns overlooking the ocean at one of Perth’s best family beaches.
Things to do
Monkey Mia Dolphins & Shark Bay Air Tour From Perth
Perth: Perth and Fremantle City Highlights Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Balcatta
Scarborough
You'll love the stunning beaches in Scarborough, and you might want to stick around to check out Scarborough Beach, a top place to visit.
Subiaco
Subiaco is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Barking Gecko Theatre Company and Western Australian Medical Museum.
Northbridge
Unique features of Northbridge include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Russell Square or Northbridge Piazza while you're exploring the area.
Perth City Centre
While visiting Perth City Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Western Australian Museum and Art Gallery of Western Australia.
Perth Central Business District
Perth Central Business District is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like St George's Terrace and Hay Street Mall.
East Perth
East Perth is beloved for its stunning river views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Gloucester Park Raceway and WACA.
- Scarborough Beach
- Optus Stadium
- Hillarys Boat Harbour
- Elizabeth Quay
- Cottesloe Beach
- Kings Park and Botanic Garden
- University of Western Australia
- Perth Zoo
- Fremantle Prison
- Sorrento Beach
- Fremantle Markets
- Esplanade Hotel
- Curtin University
- Trigg Beach
- Fremantle Passenger Terminal
- Westfield Carousel Shopping Centre
- Barrack Street Jetty Ferry Terminal