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Scitech
Discovery Centre Scitech Interactive science and technology centre in Perth - Scitech features interactive ways for visitors to discover more about the world and the science behind how things work. The exhibits are 'hands-on' and the majority are designed and produced on site. We were the first Australian science centre to build large-scale interactive exhibitions. Our feature exhibitions tour nationally and internationally. Scitech has been inducted into the Western Australian Tourism Awards Hall of Fame as a major tourist attraction. Approximately 2.5 million people have visited Scitech since its opening in 1988. 250,000 general public visitors and 75,000 school children visit Scitech annually.
Come meet and feed the animals and birds. There's nothing quite like cuddling a little furry animal. Picnic areas are available in a very pleasant surrounding. Located in Whiteman Park in the scenic Swan Valley, open every day of the year. See and touch native animals and Australian Koalas and Kangaroos in their natural habitat, while enjoying the parkland and features of this well-renown bushland area. Caversham Wildlife Park is the park is approximately 4300 hectares, the park is a recreation and conservation reserve that's around ten times larger than Kings Park. The park is now the premier development of its kind in W.A. It attracts about 100,000 visitors each year, and such is its status that the breeding programme is officially recognised by Australian Zoos. David regularly exchanges animals or birds with other parks and zoos to add to Caversham’s population, and for breeding. The park has bred its own wombats, Tasmanian devils and koalas, to name but a few. It has also entered into a grass owl breeding programme with Perth Zoo, and is the only park in W.A. to have bred cassowaries. While visiting Caversham Wildlife Park enjoy the facilities Whiteman Park has to offer. Village Café, take-away, sit down meals, snacks available, the café is licensed. 70 Barbecue and picnic sites Tram and Train Rides Motor Museum Tractor Museum Print Shop Pottery Gallery Handcraft Shop Whiteman Collection Exhibition Children's amusements..Wading pool, park, bouncy castle, junior carousel, mini electric cars and bikes.
Whiteman Park is located 20km northeast from the CBD, has long been a favorite for bird watchers. The bike and walking trails through a variety of habitats offer a wider range of species available than at similar sites closer to the CBD. A tram service runs through the park connecting different areas, such as the mussel pools, grasslands, swamp and bushlands. Interesting species that are known to occur in Whiteman Park are the Painted Button-quail, Elegant Parrot, Red-capped Parrot, robin, woodswallow and cuckoo species. Wedge-tailed Eagles have also been recorded. There are few places within Perth's metropolitan area that offer such diversity of native plants - with nearly half of the Park's 4300 hectares (10,000 acres) designated as conservation areas it's easy to see why. Whiteman Park also has a diverse number of other attractions. From early transport methods including motor and tractor museum, an operating electric tram and railway to Bushwalking Trails complete with interpretive notes our trails which will let you take a closer look at the Park's bushland and wetland areas. The park is ideal for a family outing and is part of the Caversham Wildlife Park.
Located on the shore of Lake Joondalup are 5 acres of spectacular minigolf gardens that are renowned the world over. A tropical oasis, featuring stunning flower displays, exotic trees and delightful waterfalls, ponds and meandering streams. Even if you're not playing minigolf, you must not miss the experience of a leisurely stroll through the enchanting gardens. The sight seeing entry fee to the park includes a free tea or coffee at Leap Frogs Cafe.
SWIM
WITH WILD DOLPHINS - An exhilarating, once in a
lifetime encounter that many dream of, but few ever have the opportunity
to experience.
Well, here's your opportunity. Tomorrow morning you could join the crew
of Rockingham
Cohunu Koala Park is located on sixteen hectares of natural Australian bush land just 35 minutes from the city of Perth in Western Australia. Uniquely situated at the top of the Darling Range offering panoramic views of the beautiful city of Perth. Come and make friends with some of the unique Australian fauna living in the Park. Stroll the bush tracks and pathways. Hand feed many of the free roaming animals. See wombats, talking parrots, dingoes, kangaroos, emus, deer and koalas just to name a few. Take a breathtaking walk through the giant bird aviary and hand feed over 20 species of native birds. Things to do:Explore the park and hand feed the friendly kangaroos and wallabies. Cuddle a koala and have your photo taken. Take the safari Train Journey around the Park. Make sure you pose for a photo with one of our many life size dinosaurs. Come and make friends with the animal kingdom. Kangaroos, emus, ponies, deer and quokkas are only a few of the other animals that can be fed in the park.
The bell tower situated at Barracks Square on Perth's foreshore provides stunning views of Perth and South Perth across the Swan River. The Swan Bells include the twelve bells of St Martin-in-the-Fields which are recorded as being in existence from before the 14th century and recast in the 16th century by Queen Elizabeth I.The bells were again recast between 1725 and 1770 by three generations of the Rudhall family of bell founders from Gloucester in England, under the order of the Prince of Wales who was later crowned as King George II. They are one of the few sets of royal bells and are the only ones known to have left England. From one of London's most famous churches, in Trafalgar Square, the St Martin-in-the-Fields bells have rung out to celebrate many historic events.
A world of unlimited fun, thrills and excitement that's only 20 minutes from Perth City. Adventure World is Western Australia's premier fun park with 22 rides and attractions including water themes, slides and pool. A family fun park which has something for everyone, no matter how young or old you are. This park is worth a visit where you can spend the complete day. The park usually closes during the winter months. See the website for information on the rides and attractions.
The award winning Perth Zoo, located near to the city in South Perth. With major exhibits and attractions the Perth Zoo is a must see attraction in Perth. Perth Zoo's Vision is; A world in which people's eyes are opened to nature. The Zoo's Mission is; To advance the conservation of wildlife and to change community attitudes toward the preservation of life on Earth.
Perth's
Attractions, Places To See and Things To Do is a quite extensive list.
For more information
see What's On in Perth and Fremantle and Surrounds web site which
is on-line version tourist's guide to the What's On range
of products. What's On in Perth, Fremantle and Surrounds is Perth and Fremantle's
only free weekly
tourist
booklet.
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AQWA -
Aquarium of Western Australia
Explore 12,000km of Western
Australia's coastline in just one day. From the rich kelp beds of the
Great Southern Coast to the tropical wonderland
of coral reefs in the Far North, AQWA takes you on an underwater journey
to discover our incredible and unique marine life. For the experience
of a lifetime, snorkellers or qualified SCUBA divers can join AQWAÕs
Divemaster to explore the reef and encounter sharks, stingrays, turtles
and thousands of fish in the Shipwreck Coast aquarium. Between September
and December, AQWA Adventures runs a unique whale watch adventure, with
a marine mammal specialist on board every trip to provide a fascinating
insight into the behaviours of these magnificent mammals. AQWA is Perth's
must-see attraction, located just 20 minutes north of the city at Hillarys
Boat Harbour. 
The
Planetarium - The biggest planetarium in
Australasia presents the quest to understand the universe in an entertaining
and enjoyable way. A huge 18 metre diameter dome screen enables a superb,
360 degree view of night sky images. Take a wild ride through Martian
channels, visit the moons of Jupiter and see supernovae explode. You
will look up at the night sky with renewed wonder and awe. There are
frequent shows daily, plus Wednesday and Sunday evenings, featuring
up-to-date information gained from the most recent space exploration
programs. Horizon is centrally located next to Scitech at City West.
Caversham
Wildlife Park
Whiteman
Park
Botanic
Golf Gardens 
Rockingham
Dolphins
Dolphins for our daily swim with wild dolphins. We have
been swimming with this group
of dolphins for over 15 years, and it's only because of this long and
trusting relationship that the dolphins allow us to bring visitors into
their world. You'll cruise out to the sheltered shallows of Rockinghams
calm, clear bays in search of any of the 150 bottlenose dolphins that
we now call
our friends, then it's on with mask and snorkel and you enter the the
water to live your dream. Suddenly the water is filled with flashing
grey torpedoes. The air is filled with whistles, splashes and laughter
- human and dolphin. Meet Logo, Boomerang, Ringo and other wild dolphins
in their natural environment. They don't do tricks, and we don't feed
them - we simply
spend some time enjoying each other's company. It's a wild encounter. Please
appreciate that these are wild encounters. The wildlife we visit are
exceptionally consistent in their habits and successful encounters
are extremely reliable. But please remember we are visiting wild animals
in their own environment. We ask you to approach each encounter
with caution and respect, and to never presume that we have any control
over their appearance or actions
whatsoever.
DOLPHIN
WATCH TOUR -
Discover the enchanting underwater world of Rockingham's wild dolphins
onboard our 'Dolphin Watch Tour'.
A magic experience that's fun for all the family. Discover the enchanting
underwater world of Rockinghams wild dolphins. See mothers nursing
new born calves, find out how they use stingrays to catch their dinner
or watch the boys showing off for the ladies. Like humans, socialising
is an important part of dolphin society and if you're lucky they may
include you in their playful antics. Our experienced and hawkeyed staff
will ensure you make the most of your wild dolphin experience by interpreting
the dolphins natural behaviours and relating information to help you
understand the mysteries and myths that surround these fascinating
creatures. Our Dolphin watch vessel has been designed to get you as close
to the dolphins as possible in comfort and safety. It features a viewing
platform
at the front where the dolphins bow ride just beneath your feet and an
underwater microphone to listen in to the amazing variety of whistles,
clicks and other sounds of dolphin communication. 
Cohunu
Koala Park 
Swan
Bells 
Kings
Park
Adventure
World 
Perth
Zoo