Published for: Tuesday, 5/08/2008
Travel Guides -> Attractions -> Landmarks and Buildings -> Western Australia -> Perth
All Saints Church - Henley Brook
Perth - Built in 1841, All Saints Church is Western Australia`s oldest church. The church is still open for service today.
Perth - The museum is situated on the ground floor in the Social Sciences building near entrance one, off Hackett Drive.
Located on the university`s beautiful riverside campus, the museum contains one of Australia`s finest collections of traditional and contemporary Australian Aboriginal art and artefacts, as well as materials from Melanesia and Southeast Asia. The exhibition `Images of Aboriginal Australia` presents paintings and sculpture from Arnhem Land in the Northern Territory and the Kimberley,... read more
Perth - C Restaurant – In the sky, the perfect venue for a romantic dinner, celebrations, corporate lunches or a get-together with family and friends.
Set atop St Martin’s Tower, C Restaurant’s revolving floor allows for continuous views of Perth city, the Swan River, Kings Park, Rottnest Island and surrounds, making it a beautiful and unique experience.
C is open for lunch Sunday to Friday and dinner everyday. Our special facility licence also allows guests to enjoy a drink in our cocktail lounge wi... read more
Perth - Construction on this fine example of colonial architecture commenced in 1874. A third storey was added to the building in 1897.
On the east corner of the buildings is a plaque marking the point from which all distances are measured in Western Australia.
Chapel of St Mary and St George
Perth - The Guildford Grammar School Campus is acknowledged as one of the most pictuesque in the country. At its entrance, and framed by magnificent 72 year old London Plane Trees, stands the very imposing Chapel of St Mary and St George. Consecrated in 1914, the Chapel is recognised as one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture in Australia and holds pride of place in the hearts and minds of all Guildfordians.
Perth - Officially opened on March 25 1963, by her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. To commemorate the opening, her majesty unveiled the plaque at the left of the main steps. The plaque, designed by Perth artist Geoffrey Allen incorporates Swans supporting a crown, in copper, gilt and bronze, and is set on granite from London`s old Waterloo Bridge.
Features seven floors of council offices spacious reception area; lord mayor and lady mayoress` suites, a unique circular council chamber; committee rooms, staff... read more
E de C Clarke Earth Science Museum
Perth - The E de C Clarke Earth Science Museum is part of the School of Earth and Geographical Sciences at the University of Western Australia. It is close to the Lawrence Wilson Art Gallery and its main entrance is opposite the Sunken Garden. Step back in time as you enter the museum though the `Eocene Grove`, a garden consisting of varieties of plants known to have flourished in Australia some 38-55 million years ago.
Enjoy browsing in this compact but comprehensive small museum. The bright and easil... read more
Perth - Government House is one of Perth`s most magnificent properties, located right in the centre of the city. With over three hectares of beautiful gardens, you could lose yourself amongst the abundant birdlife and plant species, hidden away in the heart of the commercial district.
Built in 1863 Government House is one of the key heritage places in Western Australia. The Government House Ballroom is a popular music venue featuring the best international, Australian and local artists in a regular co... read more
Perth - Perth Hindu Temple – a Hindu place of open worship, is a magnificent building, built from a donation of funds and labour by hundreds of Western Australian volunteers over 19 years.
The intricate sculptural work of Indian artisans on shrine domes, pillars and temple walls is no less than that seen anywhere in the world.
Midland Railway Workshops Interpretive Centre
Perth - If you like to hear and see history unfold before your eyes and are interested in Western Australia’s rail heritage, plan a visit to the Interpretive Centre at the former Midland Railway Workshops.
The Midland Railway Workshops Interpretive Centre, which is a Western Australian heritage icon. is a partnership between the Midland Redevelopment Authority and Rail Heritage WA.
The Interpretive Centre is the former Time Keeper’s Office at the entrance to the Workshops site.
The Centre is dedica... read more
Perth - The converging roads of Perth`s freeway system on the banks of the Swan River are softened by a cluster of lakes, waterfalls and walk trails at the foot of Mount Eliza, the hilltop location of Kings Park.
Access to the Narrows Interchange parkland from Kings Park by climbing down Jacob`s Ladder at the top of Mount Street or one of a number of walk trails on the Mount Eliza hillside. Alternatively, walk or cycle along the five kilometre Four Seasons Trail signposted at the Barrack Street Jetty... read more
Perth - Nettleton Road is the beginning of a 68 kilometre drive through delightful bush country, passing through the Jarrahdale township to the centre of the district`s timber industry, over the Serpentine Dam to Kingsbury Drive Lookout, returning South-West Highway south of the Serpentine Falls National Park which has barbeque, picnic and swimming facilities. Camping and caravanning are permitted.
Perth - Old School Building houses the Mundaring Visitor Centre.
Perth - The Parliament of Western Australia conducts free tours for members of the public every Monday and Thursday at 1030 hours. Each tour can accommodate a maximum of 20 people. A booking is not required, so arrive early to avoid disappointment.
Depending on the workings of parliament at the time of the tour, members of the public who visit on a sitting day may observe the opening of a day in the Legislative Council and Government Business in the Legislative Assembly.
On a non-sitting day the tour... read more
Perth - The Perth Cultural Centre is made up of a number of organisations in buildings spread through a central precinct in the heart of Perth.
These include the Western Australian Musuem, the Art Gallery of Western Australia, the Library and Information Service of Western Australia, the Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts, the Blue Room, the Artrage, the Fuel and Energy Bar, Gotham Studios and Art on the Move.
The component members of the cultural centre have different purposes but are all contribu... read more
Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts
Perth - Located in the Perth Cultural Centre, the Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts (PICA) provides both an exciting and diverse range of contemporary art exhibitions and performances in a large heritage building, in close proximity to the state gallery, museum and library.
The Perth Cultural Centre is located just north of the Perth Railway Station and links the city with the Northbridge cafe, restaurant and nightlife area.
Entry to the gallery is free, with the visual arts program changing ever... read more
Perth - The Perth Town Hall is located on the corner of Hay and Barrack Street at the highest point of the City. Opened in 1870, it is a fine example of the Victorian Free Gothic style with strong medieval overtones. This enchanting historic building has undergone an award-winning restoration and refurbishment, which was completed in 2005.
It is the only convict-built capital city town hall in Australia. Free settlers laid the foundations for the Hall and then convicts completed the building.
The hal... read more
Perth - St George`s Cathedral is a charming historic building which was consecrated in 1888. It is one of only a few cathedrals constructed of handmade bricks. Its gothic revival design can best be appreciated from the street, though it is well worth taking the time to go inside and step back in time.
Check out the beautiful stained glass windows, as well as memorials to Western Australian pioneers, community leaders and those who served in the wars of the twentieth century. The Soldiers` Chapel is al... read more
Perth - This fine edifice which is in the Gothic style was designed by W.H. Hague, a distinguished Dublin architect and was dedicated on 19th October, 1879. The church is enhanced by its position on elevated ground and the flights of stone steps leading to it. Fr. Thomas Fitzgerald, the priest responsible for its construction is buried within the chancel in front of the Blessed Sacrament Altar.
Perth - The original St Matthews Church was constructed in 1836 of mudbrick. It was built on land donated by Governor Stirling at the eastern edge of Guildford, near the current location of the Guildford Grammar School Chapel. This building was replaced by a second Church built in the centre of Stirling Square which was demolished only 12 years later in a hurricane.
The existing St Matthews was constructed in 1873 from local clay bricks in a style called Flemish bond - the bricks are laid alternately l... read more
Swan Valley Food and Wine Trail
Perth - Nowhere in the world will you find so many food and wine outlets located so close to a city, which is why we`ve created the Swan Valley Food and Wine Trail - an innovative system of roadside signs highlighting and guiding visitors to the many taste experiences now available in the valley.
The new burgundy trail signs identify the location of restaurants, wineries and other year-round food and wine attractions, while the roadside chalkboards advertise when fresh local produce is in season at th... read more
Perth - The towering glass spire of the Bell Tower located where Perth meets the Swan River in vibrant Barrack Square, is a touchstone for Australian and international tourists.
The Bell Tower is one of the largest musical instruments on earth and was custom built to house the historically significant bells of Saint Martin in the Fields Church, the parish church of Buckingham Palace in Trafalgar Square, London. These bells date back to before the 14th century!
One of Western Australia`s most unique an... read more
The Constitutional Centre of Western Australia
Perth - The Constitutional Centre of Western Australia provides a unique opportunity for everyone to participate and examine their political inheritance and understand how they can make a contribution to the State`s democratic development.
The Centre is housed in one of Perth`s finest restored heritage buildings and allows visitors to explore the events, history and structures that shape our government today.
The Centre is the only one of its kind in Australia and:
- Promotes public awareness of our ... read more
Perth - The Deanery is an important heritage building in Perth, notable for its Victorian Tudor style architecture and convict built origins.
Built in the late 1850s as a residence and office for the first Dean of Perth, Reverend G P Pownall, it is one of the few remaining houses of this period in Western Australia.
The site for the Deanery was formerly the location of the old Perth Gaol. The land was later exchanged with the Crown so that The Deanery could be built close to the cathedral. It has a... read more
University of Western Australia
Perth - Meander around the interesting Mediterranean-style historic buildings and beautifully landscaped gardens at The University of Western Australia (UWA). The 65 hectare Crawley campus is adjacent to the Swan River and is renowned as one of Australia’s most beautiful campuses.
Many of the buildings are constructed from limestone, including the enormous and iconic Winthrop Hall with its Romanesque architecture. The New Fortune Theatre is a replica of the original Elizabethan Fortune Theatre and is u... read more
Perth - The present chapel replaced an earlier building erected in 1856 on land which was later resumed for the railway reserve.
The existing chapel is a simple rectangular brick building with tall lancet windows. A meeting room is attached at the rear. The brick walls have been rendered and painted, somewhat spoiling the original appearance. The manse was designed in the traditional of colonial domestic architecture, with verandahs on three sides and chequere bond brickwork.
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