Kings Park, Perth (must see)
Kings Park, located on the western edge of the central business district in Perth, is a blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage. This vast expanse of land is not only one of the largest inner-city parks globally, surpassing even New York's Central Park, but also the most visited attraction in Western Australia. The park encompasses a rich tapestry of grassed parkland, exquisite botanical gardens, and extensive natural bushland on Mount Eliza, with two-thirds of the area dedicated to conserving native bushland.
The park offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Swan River and the Darling Range, making it a prime location for nature lovers and photography enthusiasts alike. It is a sanctuary for biodiversity, home to over 300 native plant varieties and 80 bird species. The strategic location of Kings Park provides spectators with stunning overlooks of the city, Perth Water, and Melville Water on the Swan River, presenting an unparalleled vista of the surrounding landscape.
Kings Park is not just a natural wonder but also a hub of historical and cultural significance. It houses the State War Memorial, commemorating the brave hearts who served in World Wars I and II, with streets lined with trees and individual plaques dedicated by families of Western Australian servicemen and women. The park also features the Royal Kings Park Tennis Club and a reservoir, enhancing its appeal as a multifaceted destination.
Among its numerous attractions, Kings Park is renowned for hosting Australia's largest wildflower show and exhibition - the Kings Park Festival, which takes place every September. This event showcases the stunning diversity of Western Australia's flora, drawing visitors from around the globe.
The park offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Swan River and the Darling Range, making it a prime location for nature lovers and photography enthusiasts alike. It is a sanctuary for biodiversity, home to over 300 native plant varieties and 80 bird species. The strategic location of Kings Park provides spectators with stunning overlooks of the city, Perth Water, and Melville Water on the Swan River, presenting an unparalleled vista of the surrounding landscape.
Kings Park is not just a natural wonder but also a hub of historical and cultural significance. It houses the State War Memorial, commemorating the brave hearts who served in World Wars I and II, with streets lined with trees and individual plaques dedicated by families of Western Australian servicemen and women. The park also features the Royal Kings Park Tennis Club and a reservoir, enhancing its appeal as a multifaceted destination.
Among its numerous attractions, Kings Park is renowned for hosting Australia's largest wildflower show and exhibition - the Kings Park Festival, which takes place every September. This event showcases the stunning diversity of Western Australia's flora, drawing visitors from around the globe.
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Sight Name: Kings Park
Sight Location: Perth, Australia (See walking tours in Perth)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Sight Location: Perth, Australia (See walking tours in Perth)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Walking Tours in Perth, Australia
Create Your Own Walk in Perth
Creating your own self-guided walk in Perth is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Perth Historic Buildings Walk
Established by British settlers in 1829 and originally named the Swan River Colony, the city of Perth boasts a wealth of old buildings – governmental, religious, residential, commercial and institutional, – many of which are heritage-listed.
Just like other Western Australia’s settlements, the city struggled throughout the 1800s from the lack of resources, labor and investment. However,... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.3 Km or 2.1 Miles
Just like other Western Australia’s settlements, the city struggled throughout the 1800s from the lack of resources, labor and investment. However,... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.3 Km or 2.1 Miles
Perth Introduction Walking Tour
Perth is the capital of Western Australia. With a population of more than 2 million, the metropolitan area is the fourth largest in the country.
Perth was founded by Captain James Stirling in 1829. It was the first free-settler colony in Australia established by private capital. The official foundation ceremony took place on 12 August 1829 with the chopping down of a tree. Today a plaque set... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.2 Km or 2.6 Miles
Perth was founded by Captain James Stirling in 1829. It was the first free-settler colony in Australia established by private capital. The official foundation ceremony took place on 12 August 1829 with the chopping down of a tree. Today a plaque set... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.2 Km or 2.6 Miles