Samantha’s guidebook
Food scene
C-Breez Kiosk
5 Brighton RdAffordable brekky burgers and simple fare by the beach
Grill'd Scarborough
188 The EsplanadeCheap fare, tasty burgers
Scarborough Beach
Great for a drink with sunset views
Peters by The Sea
128 The EsplanadeIconic venue. Kebabs, burgers, fish n chips, beer, gelato.
The Thai food has lost its flare in this quirky once Thai restaurant now bar. The drinks are cheap with an unbeatable view
Esplanade bar
1 Manning StreetThe Thai food has lost its flare in this quirky once Thai restaurant now bar. The drinks are cheap with an unbeatable view
La Vela Restaurant
78 Scarborough Beach RdQuality fine dining Italian restaurant
About a 30 minute stroll to this beachfront venue with a cafe or restaurant.
33 locals recommend
Island Market Trigg
364 W Coast DrAbout a 30 minute stroll to this beachfront venue with a cafe or restaurant.
Wood fired pizzas, craft tap beer and well-positioned for people watching
48 locals recommend
The Sandbar
1 Scarborough Beach RdWood fired pizzas, craft tap beer and well-positioned for people watching
Sightseeing
45 minute walk north via the coastal path to this local favourite for coffee/ light snacks
44 locals recommend
Yelo Trigg
331 W Coast Dr45 minute walk north via the coastal path to this local favourite for coffee/ light snacks
Perth Go Surf
Take a surfing lesson
The central hub of Scarborough beach hosts many free activities and events. It offers shaded areas, grass tiers, easy access to the beach as well as the adjacent children's playground and barbecue facilities, making it a great place for family gatherings. With a sweeping vista of the Indian Ocean, it provides a unique experience for all beach goers.
10 locals recommend
Scarborough Amphitheatre
The EsplanadeThe central hub of Scarborough beach hosts many free activities and events. It offers shaded areas, grass tiers, easy access to the beach as well as the adjacent children's playground and barbecue facilities, making it a great place for family gatherings. With a sweeping vista of the Indian Ocean, it provides a unique experience for all beach goers.
Great aquarium displaying all things under the sea
146 locals recommend
AQWA The Aquarium Of Western Australia
91 Southside DrGreat aquarium displaying all things under the sea
Kings Park is a 400.6-hectare park overlooking Perth Water and the central business district of Perth. It has picnic areas, botanical displays, guided walks, and wildflowers (spring).
846 locals recommend
Kings Park and Botanic Garden
Fraser AvenueKings Park is a 400.6-hectare park overlooking Perth Water and the central business district of Perth. It has picnic areas, botanical displays, guided walks, and wildflowers (spring).
Neighbourhoods
Cottesloe
Another iconic beach with pubs, cafes, and a safety swim net
Beaches and Quokkas for those in need of that selfie! Hire a bike when booking the ferry and allow a full day (with fine weather). Ferries leave from Hillarys or Fremantle.
466 locals recommend
Rottnest Island
Beaches and Quokkas for those in need of that selfie! Hire a bike when booking the ferry and allow a full day (with fine weather). Ferries leave from Hillarys or Fremantle.
Hillarys boat harbour is a marina and tourist precinct with shops, places to eat, boats and a sheltered beach for a BBQ or toddlers swim
The Boardwalk
The BoardwalkHillarys boat harbour is a marina and tourist precinct with shops, places to eat, boats and a sheltered beach for a BBQ or toddlers swim
Fremantle offers dining experiences (Italian, Asian, seafood), cafés and coffee shops on the 'Cappuccino Strip' of South Terrace. The Fishing Boat Harbour has microbreweries, including Little Creatures Brewery.
465 locals recommend
Fremantle
Fremantle offers dining experiences (Italian, Asian, seafood), cafés and coffee shops on the 'Cappuccino Strip' of South Terrace. The Fishing Boat Harbour has microbreweries, including Little Creatures Brewery.