Everything to See and Do in the Swan Valley

In the middle of Guildford’s colourful strip of antique and secondhand shops is one of its largest antique stores – a vast showroom filled with wall-to-wall furniture, household and industrial items.

'Beetbox', 'Grapeheart' and 'Grime' might sound like characters from a sci-fi production of 'Oliver', but they’re just three of the amazing ice cream flavours created by the friendly mixologists at Kato's @3000.

Surrounded by lush green lawns, large trees and picturesque gardens, this attraction offers everything you need for a perfect, fun filled family day out.

The Guildford Village Potters Club studio shop is a longstanding creative outlet for local artists showcasing a wide range of craft items.

The Katich family has been supplying fresh grapes, melons and seasonal produce to the public from their home block at the gateway to the Swan Valley since 1964.

Award-winning local artists Nicola Cowie and Katherine Ferguson welcome you to The Artists Nook. Hidden away in the peaceful oasis of Guildford’s Ethel Street Courtyard you will find a selection of their beautiful pieces.

The courtyard studio of artisan Michael Smith, who crafts custom-built furniture.

Find that ideal statement piece for your home, mother, lover or self at owner Xavier Parker’s celebration of all things retro.

Sculptures of all shapes and sizes guard the sun-dappled grounds of this, one of the oldest privately owned galleries in Western Australia.

This tranquil and relaxing venue, with its manicured and landscaped gardens, water features and gorgeous French Provincial setting, is the perfect spot for your wedding or social function.

The valley’s biggest and most luxurious resort blends a relaxed, country club atmosphere with the level of excellence expected of a Novotel Resort.

Experience the feel of the Australian bush as you wander amongst the kangaroos, emus, sharks and snakes, all beautifully presented by Master Taxidermist, Michael Buzza.

This family operated orchard is your one-stop shop for beautiful, tree-ripened oranges and mandarins of various varieties, as well as lemons, limes and grapefruit.

Morish Nuts is a proudly Western Australian business with a modern production facility and retail outlet in the Swan Valley.

Raw, pure, unpasteurised and unadulterated varietal honeys are just the beginning of a visit to this bee-guiling venue.

With beautiful grounds that extend right down to the river, this purpose-built function facility sits amidst a mix of manicured green gardens and natural Australian bush.

Matt and Marlene Katich specialise in growing around 15 varieties of seedless eating grapes, which they pick fresh off the vine and sell from their farm gate from January to the end of March.

Unwind and indulge in the range of heavenly packages available whilst an experienced Keishi Day Spa therapist looks after all your needs.

There’s gelato and then there’s Mimmo’s gourmet gelato, prepared fresh daily with authentic Italian flavours and locally sourced ingredients.

Quality antiques and vintage furniture from France, England and Australia.

The Lamonts are one of the best-known wine and food families in the valley, and this is Fiona Lamont’s latest offering with business partner Louise Mladineo – a takeaway food outlet serving freshly-made food and, even better, barista coffee to go.

Supa Golf is a modified form of golf, where the brightly coloured golf clubs, balls and putting cups are much bigger than in the traditional game, providing great entertainment for players of six years and up.

Pay a visit to Illusionary Art's Swan Valley studio shed and observe how a three-dimensional illusion changes in front of your eyes.

Voted one of Australia's Top 100 Gourmet Experiences by Australian Traveller Magazine, Providore is a food and wine lovers’ paradise.

Scarlett O’Hara, eat your heart out. Belvoir Homestead’s five-metre ceilings, brass chandeliers, sweeping jarrah staircases, grand entrances and full-length French windows give this longstanding function centre an unforgettable Gone with the Wind vibe.

Inspired by the healing power of pure essential oils, registered nurse Nicole Stewart has created a beautifully natural and organic skin care range based on the scientific and holistic principles of aromatherapy.

Right up the top end of the picturesque Swan Valley strip, next door to Edgecombe Brothers, lies this welcoming and delightfully laid-back little café and produce store owned and run by sisters Tara and Ann-Marie.

Showcasing a grand, four-storey waterfall and beautifully manicured renaissance-style gardens on the banks of the Swan River, Caversham House has to be seen to be believed.

Brookleigh Beauty & Spa offers half- and full-day spa packages, as well as one-, three- and five-day wellness retreats including boutique accommodation.

Since 1944, the Kafarela family have been growing grapes and seasonal produce on their seven-hectare property in the heart of the Swan Valley. Today they specialise in non-alcoholic wines, liqueurs and seasonal produce.

Longstanding outlet stocking a large and ever-changing variety of antique furniture and vintage household items.

At the Whistler’s Chocolate Co showroom and cafe, you’ll find something for everyone, from traditional confectionery to modern favourites.

Start your Swan Valley adventure at the region’s newest boutique shopping destination, which offers a delicious and diverse assortment of quality fresh food producers.

Book the homestead at this boutique olive grove estate for your next house party, intimate wedding, corporate event or family gathering.

Virgin olive oil, vinocotto and fresh seasonal produce are what you’ll find at the Sorgiovanni family’s friendly roadside stall.

Nestled in the thriving hub of the Swan Settlers Market, second generation beekeeper Gary Sammut offers a treasure trove of honey to sweeten up your world.

Float Swan Valley, located at the Novotel Vines Resort.

You don’t need your own bike to enjoy a leisurely pedal tour of the Swan Valley’s many attractions. Insert your credit card, grab a bike from Spinway's bike stand, pick up your free helmet, lock and map and away you go!

Free coffee tastings, cappucino-flavoured nougat and chocolate-coated coffee beans, roasted on site and covered with Belgian chocolate, are all part of the komplete koffee experience at Yahava KoffeeWorks.

If you’re looking for an art piece or a quintessentially Western Australian gift or memento, look no further than artist Jude Taylor’s studio, located within Taylor’s Art and Coffee House.

Established in 2004 by artist Bonnie Atlan and husband Paul, this eclectic art and furniture gallery on Guildford’s main shopping strip sells genuine recycled boatwood furniture and more, as well as Bonnie’s annual collection of original paintings.

Get up close and personal with a cuddly python and enjoy a range of interactive presentations designed to entertain and educate visitors of all ages.

Challenge your friends or family across 18 holes on this beautifully landscaped course set at the picturesque Vines Resort.

Owners Coralie Edwards and Maurice Sawyer travel to out-of-the-way places in south-east Asia to source their fascinating range of original artefacts. The couple specialises in genuine antique teak furniture.

Part treasure trove, part garden design centre and – since early 2018 – a lovely French inspired cafe, Poste is centrally located in the old Guildford Post Office. Just look for the famous clock tower!

Visit Celtic Swan Furniture to view a wide range of bedroom, dining and lounge furniture, all of it 100% WA-made.

Curio Warehouse is a modern take on an old-fashioned junk shop, where owners Darrell and Fiona offer a mix of vintage, antique and industrial wares.

Pearl the Clydesdale horse, Sam-mule the miniature mule and Pippa the milking goat are just a few of the happy animals you can meet at the Farm.

Don’t miss the opportunity to take look inside the famous studio of Antonio Battistessa, where many of the works you’ll see around the Swan Valley and Western Australia were created.

Imagine you could take the very best bits of a department store and create the perfect mix of women’s fashion, jewellery, furniture, lighting, soft furnishings and more in one shop. Panache Living is that place!

No-one does breakfast quite like the French. Think hand-made pastries, freshly baked croissants filled with poached eggs, ham and creamy mushroom sauce and, of course, seriously good coffee.

Windarra Honey is a family-run business offering a variety of natural, unprocessed bee products.

A gallery which is a complete Swan Valley experience, with exhibitions changing on a fortnightly basis showcasing Western Australia's best artists.

Paintball Skirmish offers a safe and affordable paintball experience, run by professional and friendly staff.

For those seeking something a little different, the top quality Brazilian cowhides, unusual homewares and handmade furniture at this intriguing shop offers an interesting twist on traditional and classic pieces.

Exhibiting a unique selection of artworks by local, Australian and international artists, gallery directors Linton Partington and Gary Kay bring to Perth an ever-changing schedule of exhibitions and exciting projects.

Alfonso Romeo and his family are the proud owners of the Mondo Nougat factory, where you’ll discover the secrets and traditions of nougat from the special viewing area.

Whiteman Park Handcraft offers a constantly changing range of locally made products, produced with love and care in Western Australia.

Hand-feed kangaroos, meet the koalas, get photos with your favourite Aussie animals and try your hand at milking a cow, all within half an hour of the city.

An eclectic gift boutique at the eastern end of the Guildford shopping strip where you'll find something for everyone.

Established on what is virtually an island encircled by the Swan and Helena Rivers, Guildford is ideally suited to exploration on foot.

A shop stocking the state's largest range of Dutch products.

Vintage bus and train rides and the State's only operational heritage electric tram are just some of the many attractions to keep visitors young and old entertained at Whiteman Park.

Historic All Saints Church, the oldest church in WA. Built by one of the early pioneers of the area, Richard Edwards, over three painstaking years, this charming church has been hosting services since 1841.

Unique to Perth, this Aboriginal owned and operated enterprise offers cultural activities, talks, performances and bush tucker, as well as beautiful artwork by local Aboriginal artists.

If you’re a visitor to the region and would like to gain a stronger sense of its heritage, head for this vibrant weekend marketplace featuring an enclosed playground for the kids, plenty of outdoor seating and ample parking.

The Margaret River Chocolate Company in the Swan Valley is the largest chocolate factory in Western Australia and features free entry and chocolate tastings, along with viewing windows to watch the products being made.

A three-metre golden angel hanging from the rafters is typical of the interesting stuff you’ll find at Trading Treasures, which sells quality antiques and eclectic vintage items.

Within the Oasis Resort complex, Laser Corps Swan Valley features three different battlefields with everything you need for a great combat experience.

Set on over two hectares at the northern end of the picturesque Swan Valley, this family owned and operated business features over 70 display ponds linked by walkways, so it’s easy to view the vast range of designs and water lilies.

The furry stars of 1970s children’s show The Wombles - fictional creatures who collected rubbish and re-invented it into useful products - are the inspiration behind Guildford home décor, art and gift store Orinoco and Bungo.

Owner Phil Russell has gathered together an endlessly fascinating collection of quirky antique curio collectibles.

Learn more about the heritage of Guildford and the Swan Valley from the Cradle of the Colony Exhibition housed within the Swan Valley Visitor Centre.