
EVENTS AND ATTRACTIONS
Rottnest Island19km off the coast of Perth is majestic Rottenest Island. At times during its colourful history a farming and fishing colony, a salt gathering community, an Aboriginal prison, and a bastion of coastal defence, Rottnest is also the only place on the planet home to the large marsupials known as Quokka’s. A tourist mecca, its azure waters and picturesque bays offer unrivalled boating, diving and snorkelling opportunities. |
Margaret River
One of Perth’s major tourist spots, the town of Margaret River offers an escape from the hectic city pace, with picturesque natural surroundings and a veritable plethora of attractions ensuring every visitor walks away enchanted with the place. Award-winning restaurants serve up exquisite regional cuisine; and 200 vineyards mean the area is recognized as one of the finest wine producing regions in the world. It also boasts gorgeous beaches and world class surf, and hosts the Margaret River Pro and Classic that attracts the biggest names in the surfing world.
Kings Park
Perth’s premier recreational park, Kings Park is interlaced with tracks that accommodate a leisurely walk, a brisk run, or some top quality cycling. With stunning views over the city, it’s also home to the award winning Fraser’s fine dining restaurant and Perth’s Botanical Gardens.
WACA
One of most famous cricketing arenas on the planet, the West Australian Cricket Ground is feared by visiting batsmen the world over as the fieriest, most lethal pitch in the southern hemisphere. It’s just a ten-minute walk from Aarons Hotel Perth.
Barrack Street Jetty
Sitting at the end of Barrack Street and overlooking the lovely Swan River, the Jetty is actually a complex of cafes and restaurants and is the gateway for ferries to the Perth Zoo and beautiful Rottnest Island. For a bird’s eye view of the city, join one of the daily tours to the top of Bell Tower.
Swan River
Just 5 minutes walk from Aarons Hotel Perth, the Swan River winds languidly through the city and in addition to offering watersports such as windsurfing and boating, it’s also flanked by running, cycling and walking tracks. Highly recommended for those wanting to get out and about without leaving the confines of the city.
Sci-Tech
With loads of technology-themed and science-based entertainment for both kids and big kids alike, Sci-Tech is hours of hands-on fun housed in the City West Shopping Complex – just a few minutes drive away from the Hotel.
Museums & Art Galleries
For cultural attractions, admire the artwork housed in the Art Gallery of Western Australia, or stroll around the West Australian Museum for a journey of a more historical nature in Beaufort St, Northbridge.
Horse Racing
There’s no shortage of horse racing excitement in Perth. Get trackside and back a winner at Ascot, Belmont, and Gloucester Park Race Courses - all within easy reach from the Hotel.
Cinemas
The big-screen, 3D spectacle that is IMAX is awaiting your viewing pleasure in Northbridge. For a more conventional cinema-going experience, try Cinema Paradiso (also in Northbridge), or Hoyts, Cinecentre and Piccadilly Cinema Centre, all on Hay St in the city centre.
Cinema Paradiso is located at 164 James Street, Northbridge.
Burswood Casino
For those wanting a roll of the dice, the Burswood Casino is the place to get involved. The complex also has tennis courts, a golf course, and enough restaurants to cater to a range of tastes.
Hay Street Mall
For a retail fix, there’s no better place than the Hay St Mall for a shopping tour. The largest shopping complex in Perth, its home to literally hundreds of boutiques, chain stores, department stores, and eateries.
Theatre
Perth’s thriving cultural scene sees fantastic plays and shows running on high rotation at the Playhouse and Her Majesty’s Theatre in the city, and the Regal and Old Mill Theatres in Subiaco and South Perth respectively.
THINGS TO DO
| Gray Line |
| www.grayline.com.au |
| Oceanic Cruises |
| www.oceaniccruises.com.au |
| Aussie Perth Tours |
| www.aussieperthtours.com.au |
| Australian Pinnacle Tours |
| www.pinnacletours.com.au |
| Perth Mint |
| www.perthmint.com.au |
UPCOMING EVENTS
| Dralion- Cirque Du Soleil |
| 29th of Jan-25th of March |
| Suspended in time between the past and future, Dralion is the celebration of life and the four elements that maintain the natural order- air, water, fire and earth |
| The Johnnie Walker Classic |
| 19-22nd February 2009 |
| An exciting player lineup including Greg Norman, Lee Westwood and Paul Casey will play The Vines Resort and Country club. |
| Good Vibrations Festival |
| 22nd February 2009 |
| Fatboy Slim will head a long line up which also features the Presets, Sam Sparro and Kin Kenobi. |
| Sculpture By The Sea |
| 5-24th March 2009 |
| A free outdoor visual arts exhibition featuring over 50 sculptures by local and international artists. These sculptures will transform Cottesloe Beach into a stunning sculpture park overlooking the Indian Ocean. |
| Perth Fashion Festival |
| 4-12th of September 2009 |
| Nine days of fabulous fashion events including runway shows, WA model of the year, celebrity fashion charity events, awards of excellence, national guest appearance, free public catwalk shows and A-list social events |














