As Perth's premier wine and food destination and Western Australia's oldest wine region, situated just 25 minutes from Perth City, when it comes to food and wine, the Swan Valley has it all.
A great way to explore the region is to follow the 32-kilometer award-winning Swan Valley Food and Wine Trail, which encompasses more than 150 attractions, including wineries, restaurants and fresh local produce sellers.
Top Attractions for Lovers of Food and Wine
- Be sure to try the Valley’s Verdehlo, Shiraz and fortified wines – you’ll find them at wineries throughout the region.
- Indulge in a lazy Sunday breakfast by the Swan River or overlooking the vines. Check out the list of restaurants open for breakfast (PDF 42KB).
- Visit some of Western Australia’s oldest wineries – Water’s Edge (the oldest), Houghton, Sandalford, John Kosovich, Talijanich and Twin Hill Wines.
- Enjoy free tasting at the Margaret River Chocolate Company and Mondo Nougat
- Try Mann Winery’s Cygne Blanc – a white sparkling style made from a grape created in the Swan Valley by winemaker, Dorham Mann.
- During summer, discover the many popular and specialty table grape varieties grown in the Swan Valley – they’re a major industry.
- Picnic in the delightful grounds of historical Houghton winery – ensure you sip their famous White Burgundy, now known as White Classic.
- Taste fine olives and extra virgin olive oils.
- Experience the unique ‘Be A Winemaker for A Day’ tour at Sandalford. See the tours page for details.
With so many food and wine attractions to choose from, talk to the experts at the Swan Valley Visitor Centre for more information.
