Perth’s Eastern Region is home to Western Australia’s most significant natural
asset – the Swan River; home to the Darling Range's beautiful jarrah forests, home to the Swan Valley’s world-class wine district, and is full of spectacular national parks, reserves and walking and riding trails.
It is the energy station of WA, with Perth’s international and domestic airports, as well as major roads and rail infrastructure linking Perth to the rest of Western Australia and Australia.
Perth Hills
Kalamunda & Surrounds
Distance from Perth CBD: 24 kilometres
Population: 49,536
Nature central: Kalamunda has a wealth of natural and historical attractions that grabs the attention of all visitors.
Features:
- Forest only a short drive from the city
- Accommodation: bed and breakfasts, spa retreats and farmstays
- Orchards: Fresh produce
- Art and craft galleries and artists studios
Must See and Do:
- Bickley Carmel Wine Trail and Scenic Drive
- Northern terminus world-famous Bibbulmun Track
- Kalamunda Village Markets
- History Village & Railway Museum
- Stirk Cottage
- Open Gardens
- Lesmurdie Falls
- Gooseberry Hill Village
Mundaring & Surrounds
Distance from Perth CBD: 34 kilometres
Population: 35,093
Known as the 'Heart of the Perth Hills', Mundaring is a quaint heritage village with an abundance of hills heritage, cultural and natural attractions.
Features:
- Mundaring – “Heart of the Hills”
- One third of the total area is state forest
- Accommodation: bed and breakfasts, spa retreats and farm-stays
- Art and craft galleries and artists studios
Must See and Do:
- Karakamia Wildlife Sanctuary
- Mundaring Weir and Number 1 Pump Station
- Perth Hills National Parks Centre
- Munda Biddi Bike Trial
- Perth Hills Wine Trail
- Lake Leschenaultia
- Arts and craft studios
- Kookaburra Outdoor Cinema
- Swan River
Bassendean & Surrounds
Distance from Perth CBD: 10 kilometres
Population: 14,463
Part of Perth Eastern Region's Swan River precinct, the Bassendean area is rich in history, indigenous heritage and is a significant link in the history of Western Australia’s Football League.
Features:
- Seven kilometres of river frontage
- River foreshore – Success Hill Reserve, Point Reserve and Ashfield Flats
- Renowned artists, writers, actors and dancers reside in the Town
Must See and Do:
- Heritage Gates at Steel Blue Oval Bassendean
- Steel Blue Oval Bassendean
- The McDonald and Bill Walker Stands
- Australian Railway Historical Society’s Railway Museum
- Pensioner Guard Cottage
- Swan River foreshore and reserves
- Bassendean Historical Museum
- The charm of the main street - Old Perth Road
- The former Masonic Hall
- Earlsferry
- Daylesford House
Bayswater & Surrounds
Distance from Perth CBD: 8 kilometres
Population: 55,801
Part of Perth Eastern Region's Swan River precinct, the Bayswater area is rich in history, cultural and beautifully maintained Gardens.
Features:
- Known as the Garden City
- 10 kilometres of river frontage
Must See and Do:
- Tranby House, Maylands
- Bayswater Waves Aquatic Centre
- Maylands Water Playground
- Maylands Peninsula Public Golf Course
- Embleton Golf Course
- Eric Singleton Bird Sanctuary
- Centro Galleria Shopping Centre
- Greater Union Movie Cinema, Morley
- Ellis House
- Halliday House
- Old Peninsula Hotel
- Riverside Gardens
Belmont & Surrounds
Distance from Perth CBD: 6 kilometres
Population: 30,332
Part of Perth Eastern Region's Swan River precinct, the Belmont area is Perth’s home of horse racing.
Features:
- 11 kilometres of river frontage
- Home to the domestic and international airports
- Ascot horse district
- Accommodation: provides around 10% of the beds in Perth – bed and breakfast, budget, hotels and resorts
Must See and Do:
- Ascot Racecourse - Spring Racing Carnival
- Belmont Forum
- Adachi Park
- Garvey Park
- Tomato Lake
For more information on Perth's Eastern Region visit: www.perthtourism.com.au
