50 Amazing Things to Do in Western Australia
Western Australia is home to some of the best landscapes, beaches, food, and wine experiences Australia has to offer – not to mention sunsets that will blow your mind!
From unique rock formations to wildlife encounters, to swimming holes and four-wheel drive adventures, there’s something for every type of traveller on the West Coast of Aus.
In fact, there are so many incredible things to do in Western Australia that it can be overwhelming when deciding what to add to your Aussie itinerary.
We spent 6 months traveling around Western Australia and have a pretty good idea of the best attractions in WA. So in this guide, we reveal our favourite Western Australia activities and a few hidden gems.
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Things to do in Western Australia
- 1. Take in a Sunset at Cable Beach
- 2. Marvel at the Horizontal Falls
- 3. Go Swimming at Elephant Rocks
- 4. Sunset Cruise on Lake Argyle
- 5. Fly Over the Bungle Bungles
- 6. Cycle Around Rottnest Island
- 7. Take the Knox Gorge Walk, Karijini NP
- 8. Enjoy Breakfast at Town Beach Cafe
- 9. Take a Self-Guided Hike to Emma’s Gorge
- 10. Drive Out to Cape Leveque
- 11. Fall in Love with Coral Bay
- 12. Do a Cellar Door Hop in Margaret River
- 13. Snorkel “The Drift” at Turquoise Bay
- 14. Enjoy Solitude at Waterfall Beach
- 15. Walk Along Yardie Creek Gorge
- 16. Witness the Staircase to the Moon
- 17. Go Quad Biking at Coral Bay
- 18. Swim in Hamersley Gorge, Karijini
- 19. Sunset Camel Ride Along Cable Beach
- 20. Sip on a Ginger Beer at Matso’s
- 21. Drive the Charles Knife Canyon
- 22. Stand Among the Valley of the Giants
- 23. Relax at Zebedee Springs, El Questro
- 24. Take the Spider Walk at Hancock Gorge, Karijini National Park
- 25. Look Through Nature’s Window in Kalbarri
- 26. Meet Prince Leonard at Hutt River Province
- 27. Drive on Lucky Bay at Esperance
- 28. Find Paradise at Sandy Bay
- 29. Have Lunch at the Mangrove Hotel
- 30. Swim With Wild Stingrays at Hamelin Bay
- 31. Stand on Shell Beach
- 32. Discover Pemberton by 4WD
- 33. Venture into Francois Peron National Park
- 34. Walk the 1.8 kilometre Busselton Jetty
- 35. Watch the Sunset at Cottesloe Beach
- 36. Refresh Yourself at Dales Gorge
- 37. See the Perth Skyline from Kings Park
- 38. Grab a Coffee (or Cold Bevvy) on the Cappuccino Strip
- 39. Be Wowed by the Hutt Lagoon Pink Lake
- 40. Walk Amongst The Pinnacles
- 41. Hit the Beaches in Margaret River
- 42. Enjoy a Pint at Little Creatures
- 43. Check Out The Basin
- 44. Walk to Green Pools, Denmark
- 45. Drive the Boranup Forest
- 46. See Wild Dolphins in Bunbury
- 47. Experience Gnomesville
- 48. See a Summer Concert at Leeuwin Estate
- 49. Freak Yourself Out Climbing the Gloucester Tree
- 50. Enjoy Sunset from Gantheaume Point
- Final Thoughts on Things to Do in Western Australia
We loved so many places in Western Australia and I hope this guide exposes how diverse Australia really is, and inspires you to explore more of the West coast of Aus.
In no particular order, here we go.
1. Take in a Sunset at Cable Beach
If you have never witnessed a sunset over the ocean before, Western Australia can help you with that. And one of the best places is at famous Cable Beach.
Enjoy a cold drink at the Sunset Bar, Zanders, or our favourite spot on a Friday and Sunday night is in front of the old Broome Surf Club!
2. Marvel at the Horizontal Falls
It all starts with a scenic flight over the coastline from Broome to Talbot Bay. From the moment you take off over Cable beach and then fly over the Buccaneer Archipelago you know this is going to be special.
The Horizontal Falls are a natural phenomenon, created by two narrow openings between two escarpments.
The tides in this region are some of the biggest in the world, reaching up to 12 metres. Taking on the falls in a jet boat is a thrill I won’t soon forget!
3. Go Swimming at Elephant Rocks
15 kilometres from the town of Denmark in southwest WA brings you to one of our favourite swimming locations in Australia.
Named Elephant Rocks because it looks like a herd of elephants paddling in the shallow waters.
Swimming at Elephant Rocks is one of the best things to do in Western Australia on a hot summer day when you need to cool off.
Head to Elephant Cove, a magic family beach perfect for swimming and snorkeling.
4. Sunset Cruise on Lake Argyle
Who knew Lake Argyle is the largest artificial lake in Australia – the size of 11 Sydney Harbours!
Our sunset cruise is a priceless memory from our time in The Kimberley region.
As the sun was going down behind the red sandstone escarpment we were swimming in a lake (cold beer in hand) that is home to over 25,000 freshwater crocodiles. Not a typo!
P.S. NEVER swim with SALTWATER Crocs!! The Freshies are ok.
5. Fly Over the Bungle Bungles
The road out to the Bungle Bungles is infamous for being one of the roughest in the country, but it’s definitely worth the effort!
Since we didn’t have a 4WD it wasn’t an option, but we were still able to experience the magic of this unique landscape!
Luckily for me, our visit coincided with my birthday, and flying over these majestic “bee hive” sandstone domes with Kingfisher Tours that rise 300 meters above Purnululu National Park was the perfect gift!
6. Cycle Around Rottnest Island
Rottnest Island is incredible, and one of our top 3 favourite islands in Australia.
Located 18 kilometres off the coast of Perth, this relaxing island is just a short ferry ride from Fermantle that takes about 30 minutes.
Once you’re there, you can easily explore the island by bicycle – there are no cars on the island making it safe and relaxing.
Take your snorkeling gear and hit up Little Salmon Bay, Parakeet Bay, and The Basin.
If you have more time, you can also explore Fremantle which has some fun and interesting attractions. Check out Fremantle Markets or take a tour of Fremantle Prison.
Looking for ways to explore Rottnest Island? Check out this whale watching tour!
Knox Gorge is one of the hidden gems of Karijini National Park.
Many visitors to Australia say Karijini was their favorite national park in Australia, and we loved this hike down into the gorge and clambering around the deep red and purple rock walls.
At its end, Knox Gorge narrows into a spectacular ravine with views to Junction Pool below.
8. Enjoy Breakfast at Town Beach Cafe
Have you ever seen a more divine breakfast view than this?
Broome is one of our favourite places in Western Australia, and you’ll understand why after visiting – the colours of the water and red earth are incredible.
Come to Town Beach Cafe for brekky at high tide and you’ll get the picture, the full turquoise picture. And the Eggs Florentine were superb!
Read more – Discovering the local gems in Broome
We only had access to the northern section of the famous Gibb River Road in Kimberley due to our vehicle not being a 4WD.
One highlight was swimming at Emma’s Gorge, a large cool waterhole graced by a 65 metre high droplet waterfall.
It is a little rocky walking into the gorge but if we can manage it with a three and seven-year-old, you can too!
10. Drive Out to Cape Leveque
On the very tip of the Dampier Peninsula, 200 kilometres north of Broome is Cape Leveque.
Yes, it can be a sandy rough drive, but we did it in our Ford Territory AWD.
You will forget all about the terrain the moment you arrive – stunning beaches, red cliffs, and magic sunsets. This is what gives Western Australia its reputation as the home to some of the most stunning nature spots.
le you’re in the area, don’t miss visiting the Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm to learn about Western Australia’s pearl farming history and culture.
Does a trip to Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm sound exciting? Book a behind-the-scenes tour here!
I’m happy to say Coral Bay lived up to its reputation as one of Western Australia’s favourite family holiday spots, with Bill’s Bay, the main beach, being a highlight.
A huge, sweeping bay protected by the Ningaloo Reef Marine Park making it a snorkeling and swimming paradise.
There are many things to do in Coral Bay, such as go coral viewing and snorkelling, or take an eco-tour to see turtles.
12. Do a Cellar Door Hop in Margaret River
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