9 days in Perth, Abbey & Margaret River Itinerary

A modern metropolis of glassy skyscrapers, waterside boulevards, and lush residential neighborhoods, Perth sits on the edge of the Swan Coastal Plain.

Your list of things to see and do now includes London Court, Kings Park and Botanic Garden, Northbridge, and other attractions. For shopping fun, head to Bunbury Farmers Market or Western Growers Fresh. Escape the urban bustle at Caves Road and Busselton Jetty. Change things up with these side-trips from Perth: Margaret River Visitor Centre (in Margaret River), Gralyn Estate (in Wilyabrup) and Mammoth Cave (in Boranup). There's more to do: tour the pleasant surroundings at Cape to Cape Track and take in panoramic vistas at Marlston Hill Lookout Tower.

To find ratings, photos, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Perth trip planner.

If you are flying in from Singapore, the closest major aiport is Perth International Airport. In July, daytime highs in Perth are 21°C, while nighttime lows are 8°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Abbey.

To find where to stay, ratings, and other tourist information, read Abbey road trip planning tool.

Traveling by car from Perth to Abbey takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. On the 14th (Thu), you're off to Margaret River.

A low-rise, laid-back town of approximately 4,500 inhabitants, Margaret River serves as an ideal local base to explore the surrounding wine region.

Start off your visit on the 15th (Fri): explore the wealth of natural beauty at Wooditjup National Park and then steep yourself in history at Wonnerup.

For where to stay, ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Margaret River vacation builder site.

Getting from Abbey to Margaret River by car takes about an hour. Other options: drive.