Southern River Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southern River
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
Wave Rock, York and Aboriginal Cultural Day Tour from Perth
Perth and Fremantle Half Day Tour
Pinnacles Desert, Yanchep and Swan Valley with Lunch
Pinnacles Desert, Koalas and Sandboarding 4WD Day Tour from Perth
Margaret River, Caves, Wine and Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse Tour from Perth
Our pick of the best Southern River Hotel Deals
Duxton Hotel Perth
Great place.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Pan Pacific Perth
excellent all round
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Great Southern Hotel Perth
Room was ok but stunk like sh!t
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Perth Waterfront
Great room and staff. Disappointed in rooftop bar, noisy, unfriendly and no seating.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Novotel Perth Langley
Fantastic bed quiet room everything you need
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
The Ritz-Carlton, Perth
Staff at reception lovely and room upgrade was much appreciated
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southern River
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.
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.
Belmont
Travellers come to Belmont for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Signal Hill Bushland and Belmont Oasis Leisure Centre while you're in town.
East Perth
East Perth is beloved for its stunning river views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Gloucester Park Raceway and Perth City Farm.
Perth Airport
If you're spending some time in Perth Airport, DFO Perth and Outdoor Airport Viewing Platform are top sights worth seeing.
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 Central Park Tower.
