Darling Downs
Perth
Visit Darling Downs
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. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Kings Park and Botanic Garden
Wander through native scrubland, learn about plant species, have a barbecue or find a spot on the grass to enjoy the view of the Perth skyline.
Hillarys Boat Harbour
Stroll along the boardwalk and take in the view, play mini golf or sit down for a gourmet meal at one of Perth’s most lively marinas.
Cottesloe Beach
Ride the waves, swim in the clear water or have a picnic on the terraced lawns overlooking the ocean at one of Perth’s best family beaches.
Things to do
Rottnest Island Same Day Return Ferry from Perth
From Perth: Pinnacles Desert, Yanchep & Swan Valley Day Tour
Rottnest Express - Shared Ferry to Rottnest Island from Perth or Fremantle
Rottnest Island Same Day Return Ferry from Fremantle
Pinnacles Sunset Stargazing Day Tour with picnic dinner and telescope
Darling Downs Hotel Deals
Duxton Hotel Perth
Awesome
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Perth
Room pretty decent,, staff helpful, breakfast awesome, bar looks nice
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026
Novotel Perth Langley
Everything was good/ great, the swipe cards and the elevators reduced my experience. Swipe cards were unreliable in the elevators, at least one elevator out of service daily, all three broken down for 2 1/2 hours at dinner time, with me stuck on floor 10 making me seriously late to a dinner meeting. ...
Reviewed on Apr 25, 2026
Rydges Perth Kings Square
The rooms were clean, the staff were decent. One of the elevators was out of order and the other was extremely slow with a lot of traffic.
Reviewed on Apr 20, 2026
Great Southern Hotel Perth
Breakfast was included, tasty and good value. Room was large and clean but rather sparse, plenty of room for sofa or armchairs but none available also no hand towels, out of stock apparently
Reviewed on Apr 25, 2026
Crowne Plaza Perth by IHG
Great area and hotel position.
Reviewed on Apr 18, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Darling Downs
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.
South Perth
Travelers come to South Perth for its stunning river views, and you can see top attractions like Perth Zoo and South Perth Observation Deck while you're in town.
Rockingham
Beachside suburb with access to Shoalwater Islands Marine Park for dolphin and seal watching, and Safety Bay for windsurfing and kitesurfing. Enjoy shopping districts and convenient public transport.
Burswood
Burswood is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Crown Perth and Crown Theatre Perth while in the area.
Fremantle
Fremantle is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Esplanade Hotel and Round House while you're in town.
Belmont
Travelers 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.
