10 Things To Do in Perth This Winter
Winter is here, and there are two ways you can enjoy it this year – you can embrace it or escape it! Here are 10 of the best locations and attractions to visit in Perth this winter during your stay at the Crowne Plaza. So grab your favourite winter coats and explore all that Perth has to offer to you this winter!
Skate your way around The Winter Village
Located at Ice Cream Factory, this outdoor pop up event brings to Perth a magical winter wonderland.
With lots of unique activities to enjoy such as the magical igloo village, an ice skating rink, snow showers and a pop up bar and kitchen, you’ll want to make sure that you don’t miss this one.
Where: 92 Roe Street, Northbridge WA 6003
Watch the Bledisloe Cup at Optus Stadium
Just a short walk from Crowne Plaza Perth, Optus Stadium is the best location to experience some of Perth’s most exciting sporting events, with a mind-blowing capacity of 60,000 seats!
This multi-purpose venue hosts spectacular sporting events including AFL, soccer, rugby league, rugby union and cricket, along with music concerts and other special events.
The Bledisloe Cup Wallabies vs All Blacks will be coming to Optus Stadium on the 21st of August.
Where: Optus Stadium. 333 Victoria Park Dr, Burswood
Challenge Yourself with an Escape Room Experience
The perfect indoor activity to stay out of the rain and cold. The Escape is a unique experience featuring movie quality seats and premium sound effects for the full immersive experience.
With movie quality sets, unique storylines and a wide variety of escape rooms to choose from, this activity will ensure that your group is challenged and will be an experience to remember.
Where: 48 Lake Street, Northbridge, Perth WA 6000
Take the Ferry to South Perth
Jump on the ferry at Elizabeth Quay and enjoy a beautiful 8 minute ride across the Swan River to South Perth.
There are many attractions to visit in South Perth, including the South Perth Foreshore, Sir James Mitchel Park, the Royal Perth Golf Club, and the Perth Zoo.
Try Mister Walker for a coffee and cake, Automatic to indulge in pizza’s and pastas or the Boatshed for a fine dining experience.
Admire the amazing view of the Perth CBD and Elizabeth Quay from the South Perth Foreshore.
Visit the Newly Developed Boola Bardip Museum
After 4 years of closure and $396m worth of renovations, the highly anticipated opening of Boola Bardip happened towards the end of last year.
With the latest scientific and cultural research promoting technology, science, engineering, mathematics and arts, through interactive and multi-media experiences, there is something to interest all audiences – making it the most exciting museum Perth has to offer.
Where: Perth Cultural Centre, Perth WA 6000
Kick Back, Recline Your Seat and Enjoy the Movies
Perth’s fanciest movie theatre, located in Raine Square features 9 cinemas and 4 platinum boutique screens, all fitted with reclinable seats that were handmade in Spain.
Treat yourself to a cheese platter and glass of wine to fancy it up, or sit back and enjoy their award-winning popcorn.
Where: Located on the top level of the Raine Square centre, 300 Murray Street Perth.
Go Behind the Scenes and Meet the Animals at Perth Zoo
The Perth Zoo is the perfect location to meet Australia’s incredible and unique wildlife. It is recommended to spend a full day at the Zoo to make your experience the best it can be, with over 1500 animals to discover and beautiful scenery to explore.
You can enjoy a scenic bush walk while discovering kangaroos, emus, koalas, wallabies and the giant saltwater crocodile!
Go behind-the-scenes to experience their rare and extraordinary animals up-close with the close encounters experience.
Test Your Imagination at Scitech
On a cold winter’s day, Scitech is the perfect location to escape the cold and keep the family entertained!
Take the day to explore the engaging and educational science museum that offers an interactive science experience to individuals of all ages.
Where: City West Centre, Sutherland St, West Perth
Explore Elizabeth Quay
Overlooking the beautiful banks of the Swan River, Elizabeth Quay is one of Perth’s iconic attractions that hosts events and entertainment for all ages.
You can book a ticket to experience the Perth Bell Tower, enjoy a breathtaking view from the Observation Deck that looks over the Elizabeth Quay, or escape the cold weather by enjoying exquisite food and drinks at some of Elizabeth Quay’s finest restaurants and bars!
Enjoy Dinner with a View at Gusti
Located in front of Crowne Plaza Perth, Gusti has an exquisite food and drink offering, with priceless views of the Swan River. Enjoy Friday evening drinks out on the Gusti Terrace (happy hour is from 4:30-5:30pm everyday) watch the sunset whilst being surrounded by warm heaters and blankets.
You can also experience the delicious new winter menu inside the Gusti Restaurant to escape the cold weather.
Where: 54 Terrace Rd, Perth
Reserve your table now 9270 4222
Cosy up in the spacious rooms of our East Perth Oasis
Jump out of your warm bubble bath and slip into your fluffy bathrobe and slippers. Step out onto the balcony and people watch with a glass of red in your hands.
Perfectly situated on Langley Park, overlooking the sparkling Swan River with up to 35% off your winter city escape.
