How to Plan a Trip to Perth
The complete 2026 guide — flights, hotels, things to do and airport transfers, all in one place. Everything a first-time visitor to Australia needs.
Your 4-step Perth plan
Step 1 — Book flights to PER
Perth Airport Airport (PER) is the main gateway to Perth. Compare fares across major airlines and OTAs before locking a date.
See flight deals to PERStep 2 — Pick a neighborhood
Base yourself in Kings Park + Botanic Gardens for the best first-time visit — 400-hectare park overlooking the Swan River + Perth skyline.
Where to stay in PerthStep 3 — Plan your itinerary
Start with Kings Park + Botanic Gardens, then build outward. Most first-time visitors need 3-5 days to see the highlights of Perth.
Things to do in PerthStep 4 — Sort your airport transfer
Perth Airport Train (T3 line) is AUD 5 and takes 20 min to Perth Underground. Pre-book a private transfer for stress-free arrival.
PER arrival guideBefore you book — visa check
Australian ETA (Electronic Travel Authority) — visa-free for 9 nationalities (NZ, US, Canada, UK, EU, JP, SG, MY, KR) — AUD 20, online via ETA mobile app. eVisitor visa for EU — free, 12 months. Most other nationalities need a Visitor Visa (subclass 600).