Herdsman Travel Guide
Perth
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.
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.
Optus Stadium
Catch an event at Optus Stadium during your trip to Perth. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
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.
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
Rottnest Island Same Day Return Ferry from Fremantle
From Perth: Pinnacles Desert, Yanchep & Swan Valley Day Tour
Rottnest Island Same Day Return Ferry from Perth
Pinnacles Sunset Stargazing Day Tour with picnic dinner and telescope
Margaret River and Busselton Jetty: Day Trip from Perth
Top hotels in Herdsman
Duxton Hotel Perth
Lovely stay, my room was perfect and the staff were exceptional.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Perth
We really enjoyed the hotel and the staff are great 💕
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Novotel Perth Langley
Everything was good/ great, the swipe cards and the elevators reduced my experience. Swipe cards were unreliable in the elevators, at least one elevator out of service daily, all three broken down for 2 1/2 hours at dinner time, with me stuck on floor 10 making me seriously late to a dinner meeting. ...
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Great Southern Hotel Perth
Breakfast was included, tasty and good value. Room was large and clean but rather sparse, plenty of room for sofa or armchairs but none available also no hand towels, out of stock apparently
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Crowne Plaza Perth by IHG
Great area and hotel position.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Rydges Perth Kings Square
The rooms were clean, the staff were decent. One of the elevators was out of order and the other was extremely slow with a lot of traffic.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Herdsman
Subiaco
Subiaco is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Subiaco Arts Centre and Barking Gecko Theatre Company.
Scarborough
Scarborough is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Scarborough Beach and Stirling Leisure Centre.
Northbridge
Unique features of Northbridge include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Chinatown or Russell Square while you're exploring the area.
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 London Court.
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.
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 Perth City Farm.
