Scarborough Travel Guide
Perth





Visit Scarborough
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.

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.

Adventure World
Bring the children to Adventure World and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Perth. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Optus Stadium
Catch an event at Optus Stadium during your trip to Perth. Visit the shops and lively bars 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.
Things to do

Discover Rottnest Island Day Tour from Perth & Fremantle

Perth: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

Rottnest Island Same Day Return Ferry from Perth

Margaret River Region Impression Day Tour from Perth

Rottnest Island Roundtrip Fast Ferry from Hillarys Boat Harbour

Rottnest Express - Shared Ferry to Rottnest Island from Perth or Fremantle
Top hotels in Scarborough

Rendezvous Hotel Perth Scarborough
Good
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Indian Ocean Hotel
Staff went above and beyond and were SO friendly. Such an amazing clean classic hotel. Would thoroughly recommend it
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025

Quest Scarborough
Excellent location close to the beach and shops. Spacious clean large fully equipped studio apartment. Friendly caring staff. I would definitely recommend Quest and stay here again.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Novotel Perth Langley
The buffet breakfast was ordinary
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Aloft Perth
Staff friendly and accommodating breakfast was great value. Room was spacious and clean.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Perth Waterfront
Hotel was in a good location on edge of city (10min walk). Staff friendly and breakfast choice was always plentiful
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Scarborough

Subiaco
Subiaco is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Barking Gecko Theatre Company and Western Australian Medical Museum.

Hillarys
Waterfront views, beaches and shopping highlight some of the noteworthy features of Hillarys. Make a stop by Westfield Whitford City or Hillarys Boat Harbour Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Cottesloe
Travellers come to Cottesloe for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Cottesloe Beach and Leighton Beach while you're in town.

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 Hay Street Mall.

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.

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.
