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.
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.
Optus Stadium
Catch an event at Optus Stadium during your trip to Perth. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
Cottesloe Beach
Among the best loved family beaches Perth has to offer, here take a swim, go surfing, and while away the hours under the sun.
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
Great location, Rooms could do with an update, overall a great place to stay, easy parking and accessible to city.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Duxton Hotel Perth
Staff lovely, clean but would expect more from a 5* hotel
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Pan Pacific Perth
Great Hotel. 5 star service.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Perth
We were really happy with the gym and the set up was great,we order food in one night and the food was fantastic, the staff were all helpful and polite. We really enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Great Southern Hotel Perth
Great budget hotel, can't fault it really, thank you .
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Crowne Plaza Perth by IHG
Great area and hotel position.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 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 South Perth Observation Deck.
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 London Court.
