6 hidden gems in Perth
Let Perth surprise you with these under-the-radar attractions.
By Leah Dobihal
With iconic beaches, beautiful architecture and leafy parks, Perth is full of well-known and worthy attractions. But dig a little deeper and you’ll find streets splashed with art, a bar nestled among rooftops and a noodle shop disguised as a laundry.
Get acquainted with a new side of Perth with these hidden gems.
Urban art
Freo's street art scene offers a truly impressive collection of public art for all to enjoy! Including this mural - painted by @artbyrow that overlooks Benny's Bar & Cafe alfresco area in Paddy Troy Lane. ☕🎨🌈 #thisisfremantle
11 Nov
Where: City-wide
It’s easy to stumble upon Perth’s abundant street art – like the stunning murals of Fremantle – but the city’s lesser-known artworks are worth seeking out. Take a stroll down Grand Lane for a rainbow of urban art alongside delicious fish and chips, or venture into Perth’s suburbs. The street art in the bustling neighbourhood of Leederville is ever-changing, but Oxford Street is a great place to start.
S&R Orchard
Music speaks when words can’t 🎹 🎶 🌸
18 Sep
Where: 36 Halleendale Rd, Walliston
S&R Orchard, located about 30 minutes from Perth’s city centre, isn’t your ordinary orchard. In addition to growing delicious fruit, the orchard also hosts incredible events that feature blossoming trees, tractor rides, fruit picking and unique photo props perfect for Instagram. The orchard is open seasonally, so check the website to plan your trip.
Drasko’s Hot Chicken
Where: 148 Scarborough Beach Rd, Mount Hawthorn
Cooking up authentic Nashville-style chicken, Drasko’s is the hottest destination in the Perth suburb of Mount Hawthorn. Founders Drasko Jankovic and Ken Craigie have sweat over every detail of the menu and venue, from the art on the walls to the epic crunch of the fried chicken. You can choose your spice level – ranging from no heat to Blame Drasko ‘soul on fire’ spicy, so there’s something for everyone. Plus, there’s a dedicated fryer for gluten-free friendly dishes, so gluten-free diners can join in the hot chicken craze.
Mechanics Institute
A huge thank you to all who made it down to the bar over the weekend, all the staff at mechanics were super excited to be back and shaking you all up a few drinks. Here is an update on our opening hours for all of you keen to come down for round 2. This week will be walk ins only no bookings. Thursday 4pm - late Friday 4pm - 12am Saturday 1pm - 12am Sunday 1pm - late See you at the bar! #perthisok #perthbars #northbridge
9 Jun
Where: 222 William St, Northbridge
Hidden among heritage rooftops, Mechanics Institute is an escape from the city streets below. You’ll need to head to the rear laneway between James Street and Francis Street in Northbridge to find it, but the search is worth it when you take a seat on the rooftop deck under the Perth sunshine. Order a local beer or hand-crafted cocktail before exploring nearby laneways, or let the experts from Two Feet and a Heartbeat lead the way.
London Court
✨ Harry Potter Wonderland in Perth ✨ 🇩🇪 siehe unten Perth downtown is quite small and you can see it all within a day. What you don’t want to miss is this magical street called London Court. It’s located between Hay St Mall and St Georges Terrace in the heart of Perth’s CBD. It was built in 1937 by a wealthy gold financier for residential and commercial purposes. This unique architectural style brings a taste of Europe to Perth. It makes you feel like in Harry Potter Wonderland when you look up and see all the modern sky scrapers around. So magical, so special, so worth a visit! ____ 🇩🇪 Die Innenstadt von Perth ist relativ klein und man kann alles an einem Tag erkunden. Was man aber auf keinen Fall verpassen sollte, ist diese magische Gasse, die London Court heißt. Sie liegt zwischen Hay Street Mall und St Gorges Terrace I’m Herzen der Innenstadt. London Court wurde 1937 zu Wohn- und Geschäftszwecken von einem wohlhabenden Geldgeber aus der Goldindustrie gebaut. Der einzigartige Architekturstil bringt ein Stück Europa nach Perth. Man fühlt sich wie im Harry Potter Wunderland, wenn man nach oben schaut und all die modernen Wolkenkratzer drum herum sieht. So magisch, so besonders, so sehenswert!
30 Nov
Where: 647 Hay St, Perth
Though Perth’s London Court isn’t a secret, it certainly feels that way as you step within the Elizabethan-style laneway. This open-air retail arcade runs from Hay Street Mall and St Georges Terrace in the heart of Perth, but you’d be forgiven for thinking you’d been transported to another era. Wander the narrow street to discover arched openings and intricate architecture, as well as nail salons, jewellery shops and cafés.
Lucky Chan’s Laundry and Noodle Bar
Did you know Lucky Chans Laundry and Noodle Bar used to actually be a laundry! Our styling is so well done that the first year of opening, we actually had people come to the door with laundry! 😆
23 Jul
Where: 311 William St, Northbridge
Bao buns, bubble tea cocktails, spicy dumplings and noodles – it’s all on offer at Lucky Chan’s Laundry and Noodle Bar. The name isn’t just quirky; this bar used to be a laundry business, and you’ll still walk past a row of washing machines (as well as a price list for dry cleaning and wash cycles) on your way in. Once inside, you’ll find a fully stocked bar and a sizzling kitchen cooking up Asian dishes.
