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Because of its relative colonial youth, Perth has an advantage over most other capital cities in that it was laid out with foresight. Streets were planned so that pedestrian traffic could flow smoothly from one avenue to the next, and this compact city remains easy to negotiate on foot. Many points of interest are in the downtown area close to the banks of the Swan River, while shopping arcades and pedestrian malls are a short stroll away.
The city center (CBD, or Central Business District), a pleasant blend of old and new, runs along Perth's major business thoroughfare, St. Georges Terrace, as well as on parallel Hay and Murray streets.
This impressive colosseum is home to annual cricket test matches and Australia's beloved AFL, aka Footy. But you'll also see rugby, soccer, and music concerts held here. Stadium tours take you behind the scenes while The OZONE's Halo tour lets you see it from above by walking the entire circumference of the roof. Not adventurous enough? Try hanging off the side on the Vertigo tour.
