South Lake Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Lake
Popular places to visit
Scarborough Beach
Pedestrian promenades with ocean views, fun playgrounds, shops and cafés, and of course the beach itself, make this one very popular surf beach indeed.
Optus Stadium
Catch an event at Optus Stadium during your trip to Perth. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Elizabeth Quay
An exciting new addition to the Perth riverfront, this precinct has everyone talking. There is already heaps to see and do and it’s not even finished yet.
Hillarys Boat Harbour
From mini golf to fine dining, there’s plenty to see and do at this delightful marina in Perth’s northern suburbs.
Kings Park and Botanic Garden
This striking stretch of green in the heart of Perth is home to the amazing State Botanic Gardens as well as attractions for all the family.
Fremantle Prison
The notorious prison where convicts were transported from Britain since the 1850s before housing local prisoners all the way up until 1991.
Activities
Rottnest Island Same Day Return Ferry from Fremantle
Rottnest Island Same Day Return Ferry from Perth
From Perth: Pinnacles Desert, Yanchep & Swan Valley Day Tour
Margaret River and Busselton Jetty: Day Trip from Perth
Pinnacles Sunset Stargazing Day Tour with picnic dinner and telescope
Our pick of the best South Lake Hotel Deals
Novotel Perth Langley
"We had an amazing stay. Friendly staff, very clean and very convenient location"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Duxton Hotel Perth
"OK but not super"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Perth
"Food very good Service friendly But the noise in the room from road and concerts in particular was terrible way to loud with sirens etc and in general for the price of the room it should have double glazing and sound she be limited."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Great Southern Hotel Perth
"good"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Pan Pacific Perth
"Overall very happy with the stay. Fully refurbished since when we last came. Great hotel updates, facilities, gym, breakfast. A major upgrade, very impressed!"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Ibis Styles East Perth
"Excellent spot in the city with view"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Lake
South Fremantle
Waterfront views, beaches and restaurants highlight some of the notable features of South Fremantle. Make a stop by South Beach while you're exploring.
Fremantle
Fremantle is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Town Hall and Esplanade Hotel while in the area.
South Perth
South Perth is popular for its stunning river views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Perth Zoo or Old Mill Theatre.
Cottesloe
Travellers come to Cottesloe for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Cottesloe Beach and Leighton Beach while you're in town.
Burswood
Burswood is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Crown Perth or Crown Theatre Perth.
Perth Central Business District
Perth Central Business District is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like St George's Terrace and Hay Street Mall.
