Kensington Travel Guide
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.
Optus Stadium
Catch an event at Optus Stadium during your trip to Perth. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Hillarys Boat Harbour
From mini golf to fine dining, there’s plenty to see and do at this delightful marina in Perth’s northern suburbs.
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.
Kings Park and Botanic Garden
This striking stretch of green in the heart of Perth is home to the amazing State Botanic Gardens as well as attractions for all the family.
University of Western Australia
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Western Australia as part of your travels around Perth. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
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Other neighbourhoods around Kensington
South Perth
South Perth is popular for its stunning river views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Perth Zoo or Sir James Mitchell Park.
Burswood
Burswood is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Crown Perth or Optus Stadium.
East Perth
East Perth is beloved for its stunning river views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Gloucester Park Raceway and WACA.
Perth City Centre
While visiting Perth City Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Western Australian Museum and Art Gallery of Western Australia.
Perth Central Business District
Perth Central Business District is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like St George's Terrace and Brookfield Place.
Northbridge
Unique features of Northbridge include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Russell Square or Northbridge Piazza while you're exploring the area.
- Scarborough Beach
- RAC Arena
- Crown Perth
- Optus Stadium
- Hillarys Boat Harbour
- Elizabeth Quay
- Kings Park and Botanic Garden
- University of Western Australia
- Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Fremantle Prison
- Cottesloe Beach
- Perth Zoo
- Hay Street Mall
- Fiona Stanley Hospital
- Sorrento Beach
- HBF Park
- Murray Street Mall
- Royal Perth Hospital
- St George's Terrace
- Sandalford Winery
- Caversham Wildlife Park
- Fremantle Markets
- Perth Mint
- Curtin University
- Langley Park
- Fremantle Passenger Terminal
- Trigg Beach
- Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital
- Esplanade Hotel
- HBF Stadium