Not many cities can say their Central Business District is cool, but Perth can. In many ways Central Perth is the beating heart of the city, where you’re just as likely to find quirky boutiques as big brand shops. But it’s in the CBD’s laneways where you’ll find the real action.

Edgy street art heralds a plethora of buzzing bars and restaurants, only minutes away from the city’s world-class theatre scene. It's extremely walkable and close to hand – and a lot of fun.

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