Perth is the biggest city in Western Australia and there are plenty of things to do. But, did you know that it is also a vibrant place: beach, art, food, sport, nightlife, nature, … Here is the perfect list of the 10 best things to do in Perth for backpackers:
1. Chill at Kings Park and the Botanic Garden to get the best view on the city at the Kaarta Gar Up lookout.
![Chill at Kings Park and the Botanic Garden to get the best view on the city at the Kaarta Gar Up lookout.](https://iamabackpacker.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/credits-DAN-AVILA-PHOTOGRAPHY.jpg)
2. Take a walk along the swan river from the Bell Tower and the Elizabeth Quay Bridge and you may even see some dolphins
![Elizabeth Quay - Swan River - Photo: Brett Wilkins](https://iamabackpacker.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Brett-Wilkins-raywhitecommerciales.jpg)
3. Go to the Blue Boat House the iconic boathouse and a famous photo spot.
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4. Visit Heirisson Island in the heart of the city to see some kangaroos
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5. Go to Leederville and drink a coffee at Greens & Co (I love this place)
![Leederville - Green & co - Perth - Photo: iamabackpacker](https://iamabackpacker.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Perth-min-1-1024x683.jpg)
6. Eat and Party at Northbridge – the backpacker’s area (plenty of bars and restaurant even for LGBTQ community, Mustang bar and The Court are the best)
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7. Enjoy the chill and artsy vibes of Freemantle eat and drink on South Terrace Street. Also a great area for backpackers.
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8. One of the best beaches in Perth is definitely the most famous one: Cottesloe Beach. And it is also where you can see the Sculpture by the sea festival in March.
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9. Shopping downtown: there are plenty of places to shop in Perth, but you absolutely have to go to the cutest street in the city: London Court
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10. And finally, last but not least, visit Rottnest Island to meet the happiest animal in the world: the Quokka.
![Quokka - Rottnest Island Western Australia](https://iamabackpacker.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/rottnest-island-iamabackpacker-min.jpg)
Perth has plenty of great places for art, food and nightlife, so this list of the 10 best things to do in Perth for backpackers is just a summary. But, if you want to add your favourite places, write a comment below with great things to do for backpackers in this city and I can add them later in the article.
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