Southern River B & B is in the south eastern suburb of Gosnells, which is a suburb of PERTH, Western Australia.

Perth is one of the most isolated cities in the world. It’s the capital of Western Australia and lies on the Swan River. The nearest major city is Adelaide, located at 2,104 km / 1,307 miles from Perth. Perth

Perth is known for its beautiful architecture and natural parkland - Kings Park which is located in the heart of the city and overlooking the Swan River and CBD. The beaches attract surfers and sun-bathers alike- they are very safe, clean and with pristine white sand. 30 minutes away is the Port City of Fremantle which is the perfect place to enjoy your coffee or find a bargain at the weekend markets.

How to get to Perth

 Perth has two airports domestic and international flights arrive at separate airports 10 minutes by car from each other. Taxi's and airport shuttles are available from all flights.  The sea port of Fremantle is host to the  cruise liners who come down under for the summer season. If you prefer to arrive by train, it takes about 3 days to get from Sydney to Perth crossing the famous Nullarbor Plain.  The city is also linked by railroad to Kalgoorlie Mining Town and Bunbury Port City.

You can hire a car and travel North to the Ningaloo Reef, one of the best and most accessible coral reefs in the world.  Further North is very hot and dry - cities include Broome - the Pearl capital of Australia, the mining towns of Port Hedland and Karratha, and fishing towns of Geraldton and Exmouth. The temperatures can reach as high as 50 degrees celsius in the NOrth West.

If you prefer the trees, head South to some of the Largest trees in the world.  Western Australia has some very unique hardwood trees and the climate is more temperate reaching 30-35 degrees celsius in the summer and down to zero in the winter.  Visti timber towns like Manjimup, Pemberton and wineries like Margaret River, Dunsborough, Seaside towns in Augusta, Busselton, Dunsborough, Bunbury, Albany and further east the beautiful Port city of Esperance.

Weather

Due to its location,  It has been said that Perth enjoys as much as nine months of sunshine. The summers are hot –and long – with temperatures reaching 40 degrees celsius between October and April. The nights are warm and sultry - perfect for having fish and chips at one of the famous beaches and watching the sun set. 

Winters are cold, but for the tourists it’s actually quite warm getting down to 4degrees celsius overnight and most days mid winter in the teens.

May to October are the most pleasant times in Perth with the weather being quite mediterranean.   However with the airconditioning and transport system, a lot of tourists enjoy the high temperatures of the Summer months by frequenting the beaches and poolside activities.

What to Do

Right in the middle of the city you will find Kings Park. It comprises a lovely collection of local flora and offers the perfect location for bike and walk trails.  If you sit on the grass or benches, you can enjoy the many species of birds. The park is home to Perth's War Memorial and many playgrounds and areas suitable for quiet relaxation.  Kings Park offers the best views of Perth and the Swan River. Visit the outdoor theatre in the summer evenings, showing the latest releases.

West of Perth is the Port City of Fremantle built by the early convicts, many of the buildings have been restored and have magnificent architecture.  You can check out the weekend markets or visit the Maritime Museum. The dock areas are home to the fishing fleet and fresh fish and chips are the traditional snack when visiting Fremantle.   There is a cafe strip, weekend markets and shopping areas all close by.

When in the City of Perth take time to visit The Perth Mint, housed in a heritage building in the CBD. It’s the oldest operating Australian mint and you can take a tour and buy gold memorabilia.  Northbridge is a great place to visit for a snack or meal and only a five minute walk from the Central Train Station close to The Art Gallery and Museum.  

Perth Zoo and Botanical Garden is popular both among tourist and locals. Many exotic animals are housed at Perth Zoo, Evening concerts are a popular attraction and you can buy a painting done by one of our resident elephants.

While in Perth, take time to visit one of our popular beaches, Cottesloe,  Floreat, Leighton, Port, Scarborough, Swanbourne and Trigg where surfing is popular.  Or you can head north up the coast to Hilarys and visit the AQUA indoor Aquarium and see most of the exotic and native species of sea creatures.  If you are brave enough you can swim with the sharks.

 

Local Attractions                                    

Follow the links to the left and within a  short drive you can visit wineries, wildlife parks, heritage trails, shopping, restaurants, sporting facilities and walk and bike trails.

Situated just 3 hours from the Margaret River Wine region, incorporating the beautiful beaches from Perth to Augusta, wonderful cave structures, some of the best surf beaches in the world, unbelievable rock formations on the coastline, chocolate, fudge & cheese factories, home made jams, pickles and sauces.