St James Travel Guide
Perth
Popular places to visit
Scarborough Beach
Pedestrian promenades with ocean views, fun playgrounds, shops and cafés, and of course the beach itself, make this one very popular surf beach indeed.
Elizabeth Quay
An exciting new addition to the Perth riverfront, this precinct has everyone talking. There is already heaps to see and do and it’s not even finished yet.
Hillarys Boat Harbour
From mini golf to fine dining, there’s plenty to see and do at this delightful marina in Perth’s northern suburbs.
Adventure World
Bring the children to Adventure World and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Perth. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Optus Stadium
Catch an event at Optus Stadium during your trip to Perth. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Kings Park and Botanic Garden
This striking stretch of green in the heart of Perth is home to the amazing State Botanic Gardens as well as attractions for all the family.
Top hotels in St James
Pan Pacific Perth
The hotel staff were great. The room was comfortable and the position was convenient to most things.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Perth Waterfront
Enjoyed our stay but I had my grandson with me and noted that there were no kids options on menu Especially room service menu I spoke to a few mums up at the rooftop pool and they said the same thing The tv options made it very easy for 7 year old to 'buy' a movie which I was unaware of Charged $35 ...
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Duxton Hotel Perth
The room was great, clean and very spacious. The staff have been exceptional.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
The Ritz-Carlton, Perth
Lovely spacious room and wonderful views from the w8th floor. The spa treatment I had here was one of the best I've experienced! General service was friendly but just ok - some unclean dishes/ glasses when room service was brought to the room and limited array of room service food in my opinion. ...
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
The Westin Perth
Excellent and friendly staff. Extremely good accommodations.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Swan River Hotel
Amazing foyer. Room was lovey. Staff were friendly. Restaurant food was quite nice but service was a bit hit and miss the night we were there. The robot delivering meals was a bit of fun but not terribly effective. Inside the room was very nice but outside needed a bit of attention. Big sliding glass ...
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around St James
Burswood
Burswood is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Crown Perth or Crown Theatre Perth.
South Perth
South Perth is popular for its stunning river views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Perth Zoo or South Perth Observation Deck.
East Perth
East Perth is beloved for its stunning river views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Gloucester Park Raceway and WACA.
Belmont
Belmont is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Signal Hill Bushland, a top place to visit in the area.
Perth City Centre
While visiting Perth City Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Western Australian Museum and Art Gallery of Western Australia.
Perth Central Business District
Perth Central Business District is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like St George's Terrace and Hay Street Mall.
St James Travel Guide
- Crown Perth
- Hillarys Boat Harbour
- Adventure World
- Optus Stadium
- Kings Park and Botanic Garden
- Fremantle Prison
- RAC Arena
- Cottesloe Beach
- University of Western Australia
- Hay Street Mall
- Curtin University
- Sorrento Beach
- Fiona Stanley Hospital
- Perth Zoo
- Langley Park
- Murray Street Mall
- Mullaloo Beach
- Karrinyup Shopping Centre
- Perth HPC
- Perth Mint
- Westfield Carousel Shopping Centre
- Sandalford Winery
- City Beach
- Trigg Beach
