6 Fun Wheelchair Accessible Activities In Perth

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Whether you’re a West Australian native or visiting from abroad, there are plenty of great activities to do and attractions to visit in Perth. The best of these are all wheelchair friendly, meaning that you’ll have no problem getting around.

With the right transport options, getting to and from your location is even easier. No matter what time of year you visit, there’s always something happening in the City of Perth.

Check out these six fun wheelchair accessible activities:

The Zoo

Visiting the Perth Zoo is a fantastic way to spend the day. The zoo encompasses a large south Perth location which is fully wheelchair accessible and provides plenty of animal exhibits and seasonal shows to interest and entertain.

Perth Zoo also has its own café and shaded BBQ and picnic area, allowing visitors to rest and have a bite to eat before they continue their day. Amenities at the Zoo such as lockers and drinking fountains are designed for easy access, while ACROD parking and wheelchair friendly CAT buses are available for transport to and from the venue.

Visit Rottnest

Located just off the coast of Perth, Rottnest Island is the home of the famed quokka. Rottnest is perfect for a day-trip or you can stay overnight in a fully wheelchair accessible chalet. The island has its own restaurants, museum and guided tours, as well as assisted skydiving for those looking for something more adventurous.

Beach wheelchairs are also available for hire, as well as fishing tours, so you can enjoy the sun and island atmosphere. Ferries to Rottnest are wheelchair accessible and depart from Fremantle or Perth City.

Fremantle Prison Tour

Fremantle is a beautiful city which is well worth a visit. One of its most notorious attractions is it’s Behind Bars’ prison tour. This tour takes groups through the history of the prison as a maximum-security jail from 1887 to 1991. The tour covers the daily lives of prisoners through this period and includes viewing of the main cell block and exercise yards.

The Behind Bars tour is available each day from 10.30 am until 4.30 pm and is completely wheelchair accessible. With its interesting history and affordable price, it’s the perfect setting for a day out in Fremantle.

The Art Gallery of WA

Located with easy access to Perth train station, the Art Gallery of WA is a relaxed and interesting attraction to visit. Home to the State art collection, it includes one of the world’s finest collections of Indigenous art. The Art Gallery of WA is fully accessible and includes lifts and amenities built for wheelchair access.

Showcasing the work of Australian and international artists, AGWA estimates that their collection grows by 150 to 400 works each year. Also featuring talks, exhibitions and other special events, there’s always something to see and experience at AGWA.

His Majesty’s Theatre

Since its opening in 1904, His Majesty’s Theatre has become known as one of Perth’s best venues for theatre performance. In addition to its plays, it also hosts over 40,000 catalogued historical items in its Museum of Performing Arts.

Depending on when you visit, there will be a variety of local and international acts performing. ‘Downstairs at the Maj’ also hosts national and international cabaret, comedy and burlesque. All areas of His Majesty’s Theatre are wheelchair accessible, including the museum and downstairs area.

Visit Elizabeth Quay

Perth’s newest attraction is Elizabeth Quay. This beautiful riverfront area is the perfect place to visit during day or night, with cafés, restaurants and activities to enjoy. Elizabeth Quay also features a variety of different sculptures and artworks, including traditional Indigenous art.

Ferries, gondolas and other cruises are available on the Swan River, or you can take a trip across the 20 metre Elizabeth Quay suspension bridge. With plenty of bars and fine dining attractions, Elizabeth Quay is transformed at night with coloured lights. A great place to start or end your trip to Perth, Elizabeth Quay will leave you impressed.

Which attraction will you plan to visit in Perth? Let us know in the comments below!

Authors Bio:
This article was written by Daniel Defendi, who recommends Lifeplan for accessibility and recreation assistance. You can catch Daniel on Google+ to discuss this piece.