Joining the best Essential Free Tour of Perth, you will discover how this ancient British Colony flourished to become the largest city in Western Australia, even if it holds the dubious honor of being the most isolated capital in the world! Walking along Perth Downtown with a local guide and a small group of international travelers, you will see the main landmarks of the city while learning why Aboriginal Australians considered this region as sacred for millennia, and how the gold rush at the beginning of the 20th century attracted a big European population to this remote corner of the world. You will also learn about Perth’s nickname, the “City of Lights”, and how it is related to space travel.

During your Free Essential Tour of Perth, you will walk around the central business district and Elizabeth Quay. There, you will learn how the peaceful and winding Swan River connects Perth’s many suburbs with the nearby hills and the Indian Ocean. This tranquil river is crucial to local inhabitants since ancient times, and Australian Aboriginals believed that it had been created by a rainbow serpent. In this area, tourists will see one of Perth’s most distinctive tourist attractions: the cathedral-like structure of Bell Tower, also called Swan Bells. In this wonderful area, there are many other museums, avant-garde buildings, statues and landmarks that will catch your eye, such as the Elizabeth Quay Bridge. You had better have your camera ready to take pictures!

Walking along the downtown area, strolling along Murray Street and the Town Hall, you will arrive at the iconic Tudor-inspired shopping arcade London Court. In this bustling commercial area, tourists will pass elegant boutiques, inviting cafes and fashionable restaurants. This is the perfect place to feel the youthful vibe of Perth, take a flat-white coffee (one of the most distinguished Australian beverages) and discover why Perth is one of the birthplaces of craft beer. This engaging tour will provide guests with enough time to take photos and listen to explanations. It’s a fun activity for newcomers to Australia, and for those who already visited Sydney or Melbourne and want to explore a different side of the country!