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The capital of Western Australia, Perth is one of Australia’s sunniest cities, with over 300 days of sunshine each year, and has a relaxed, family-friendly vibe, despite being Australia’s fourth-most populated city.
With gorgeous white beaches, big green spaces and a buzzing arts scene, there are plenty of reasons to visit Perth.
If you’re looking for something a little more active, there are plenty of opportunities for water sports such as jet skiing, surfing, kayaking and sailing, or scuba diving and exploring the rich marine life off the coast.
For culture and history, there are a number of aboriginal arts and crafts galleries and history tours.
The food scene in Perth is varied, with restaurants catering to all tastes, including locally caught seafood!
If you can get there for January, you’ll also get to experience the Australia Day celebrations in Kings Park, which over 350,000 people attend every year!
So for a relaxed trip in the Aussie sun, without the hustle and bustle of the busier cities, look no further than Perth.
5 Things Which You Need to Know About Perth
If you’re heading to Perth, here are five things which you should know before packing your bags:
Time Difference: UTC +8 Hours
Currency: AUD ($)
Native Language: English
Weather: Average temperature of 76°F during the hottest month (January) and 55°F in the coldest (July)
Sales Tax: 10%
Flying to Perth from the US
Here’s everything you’ll need to know when it comes to flying to Perth from the US, including flight times and entry requirements:
Flight Times
There are currently no airlines offering direct flights from the US to Perth, so you will have to catch a connecting flight.
This means that flight times from the US to Perth can take anywhere from 21 to 33 hours depending upon where you’re flying from and where you have to change flights at.
Entry Requirements
US citizens traveling to Australia must hold a valid passport and a visa to enter Australia.
If you’re traveling for tourism or business, and intend to stay for less than 90 days, you can obtain an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) before you travel.
This is an electronic label-free visa which can be obtained online for a small fee, or some travel agents will be able to arrange this for you.
Airlines That Fly to Perth
No airlines currently offer direct flights from the US to Perth, but ones offering indirect services include:
- China Southern
- Air New Zealand
- Cathay Pacific
- Virgin Australia
- Qantas
- Etihad
- Qatar Airways
- Singapore Airlines
- American Airlines
The Airport
Perth Airport (PER)
Perth Airport is located in the suburb of the same name, about ten miles east of the city center.
One of the best ways to get from the airport to downtown Perth is on the regular Transperth bus system.
Bus route 380 (named after the Airbus A380) has dedicated luggage racks and runs to Elizabeth Quay Bus Station.
Perth Must-Dos
If you’re wondering what to do in Perth, here are our top ten must-see attractions:
- Kings Park
- Swan Valley
- Art Gallery of Western Australia
- Perth Mint
- Scitech
- Hillary’s Boat Harbour
- Perth Zoo
- Aquarium of Western Australia
- Matilda Bay
- Fremantle Prison
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