Western Australia is vast, and where you go matters. Each region guide is based on first-hand travel, with practical advice on what to see, how long to allow, and where to stay. Explore Western Australia region by region and decide what fits your time, budget and travel style.
Explore WA by Region
Find the Right WA Region for Your Trip
Not sure which part of Western Australia to visit? Each region offers a very different experience. Here’s a quick guide to help you find the right one for your trip.
Perth
Best for:
City, beaches, Rottnest Island, Fremantle, food & wine.
Ideal for:
3-5 days
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South West
Best for:
Margaret River, wine, forests, beaches & food.
Ideal for:
5-10 days
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Coral Coast
Best for:
Ningaloo Reef, wildlife, beaches & coastal road trips.
Ideal for:
7-14 days
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Golden Outback
Best for:
Esperance, wildflowers, history & outback landscapes.
Ideal for:
5-10 days
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North West
Best for:
Broome, the Kimberley, Karijini, gorges & wilderness.
Ideal for:
7-14+ days
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Discover Western Australia’s Five Regions
From the beaches and vineyards of the South West to the ancient landscapes of the Kimberley, each region offers a completely different side of Western Australia. Explore the regions below for places to visit, things to do, accommodation and trip-planning advice.
Destination Perth
Perth combines beautiful beaches with an easy-going city, historic Fremantle, Rottnest Island and the wineries of the Swan Valley.
TOP PLACES TO VISIT
Perth • Fremantle • Rottnest Island • Swan Valley • Perth Hills • Mandurah
Australia’s South West
The South West combines some of Western Australia’s best beaches with world-class wineries, towering forests and beautiful coastal towns. From Margaret River to Albany, it’s one of my favourite regions for a WA road trip.
TOP PLACES TO VISIT
Margaret River • Busselton • Dunsborough • Yallingup • Pemberton • Denmark • Albany
Australia’s Coral Coast
Stretching from Cervantes to Exmouth, the Coral Coast is made for an unforgettable coastal road trip. You’ll find the Pinnacles, Kalbarri, Shark Bay and Ningaloo Reef, along with some of WA’s best wildlife experiences.
TOP PLACES TO VISIT
Cervantes • Jurien Bay • Kalbarri • Shark Bay • Coral Bay • Exmouth
Australia’s Golden Outback
The Golden Outback covers an enormous part of Western Australia, from the Wheatbelt and historic Goldfields to the spectacular coastline around Esperance. Come here for wide-open landscapes, wildflowers, fascinating outback towns and some extraordinary beaches.
TOP PLACES TO VISIT
Esperance • Wave Rock • Kalgoorlie • Wheatbelt • Goldfields
Australia’s North West
Australia’s North West is WA at its wildest. This vast region takes in the Pilbara and Kimberley, with ancient gorges, dramatic waterfalls, remote coastline and extraordinary landscapes that feel completely different from the south of the state.
TOP PLACES TO VISIT
Broome • Karijini National Park • Kununurra • Purnululu • Dampier Peninsula
Choose a WA Region by Travel Style
Still not sure where to go? Start with the type of Western Australia holiday you want.
🏖️ Best for Beaches
South West • Coral Coast • Golden Outback
🍷 Best for Food & Wine
South West • Destination Perth
🐋 Best for Wildlife
Coral Coast • South West
🚗 Best for Road Trips
Coral Coast • South West • Golden Outback
🥾 Best for Adventure & Wilderness
North West • Golden Outback
🌿 Best for a First WA Trip
Destination Perth • South West
Plan Your Western Australia Trip
Once you’ve chosen the region you want to explore, use these guides to start putting your trip together.
Road Trips
Discover Western Australia’s best driving routes, from shorter coastal escapes to epic journeys across the state.
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Itineraries
Follow ready-made WA itineraries with suggested stops, things to do and how long to spend in each place.
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Planning
Find practical advice for planning your trip, including when to visit, getting around, accommodation and useful travel resources.