Perth, WA: Kings Park
Today’s tidbit: “Happiness flutters in the air whilst we rest among the breaths of nature.” ― Kelly Sheaffer
Perth: nature meets city, city meets nature. Spent a lovely afternoon wandering around popular Kings Park, which provides unique opportunities to connect with nature in the heart of the city. I visited Kings Park the day I landed also, but it was pouring out so we just drove around. This is definitely a place I want to explore further and would spend a lot of time at if, no when, I go back to Perth.
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{Kings Park} Kings Park enjoys prime position on Mt Eliza overlooking Perth City and the Swan River. From botanical gardens and walking trails to playgrounds and picnic areas there is something for everyone. The park is huge, most of which we didn’t even cover. Check it out.
{The start} Beautiful park entrance + views from the top + Perth skyline.
{Inside the park} Lovely playgrounds, fountains & picnic/bbq areas + views from different lookouts.
{DNA Tower} Climb 101 steps of the spiraling DNA Tower for views around Kings Park and Botanic Garden, the Swan River and over to Rottnest Island. It is the highest viewing point in Kings Park with spectacular views throughout the climb. On a clear day you may even be able to see the Indian Ocean. Read more.
{Lotterywest Federation Walkway} Walk among the treetops and enjoy spectacular views of the city skyline on the Lotterywest Federation Walkway. The journey extends 620 metres through the Western Australian Botanic Garden over an arched bridge suspended among a canopy of tall eucalypts. Read more.
{Western Australian Botanic Garden} Kings Park and Botanic Garden celebrates the unique and diverse plant life of Western Australia and is part of the worldwide network of botanic gardens committed to plant conservation. Read more.
Since it was winter when I was here we didn’t see too much in the gardens so I will have to come back in the spring/summer (with my camera in hand)!
It really is a huge beautiful park in the city. Who wants to go have a picnic and spend a day exploring here?
I’ve heard of Kings Park, looks beautiful!
It really is!
City meets nature is right! Fantastic.
Fantastic photos. Love those pink hotpants. I think there is more than one picnic awaiting! The weather is warming up and so it’s the perfect time for an outdoor meal at Fraser’s restaurant. Before that though, if you are lucky (I’m not sure if they are still operating), you might be able to go on a camel ride!
Yes, lots of picnics await! I also want to sit on the hill watching the sunset with my camera/tripod and get some night shots of the city! Either along another road trip and/or here definitely have to do a camel ride next time.
Beautiful Kings Park!