Cottesloe Beach
With some of the finest beaches in Australia, most Perth-ites are addicted to one water sport or another. From swimming, surfing, windsurfing and kite surfing to fishing, cray potting and yachting, visitors have numerous ways to get in touch with Australian beach culture. Close to downtown, Cottesloe Beach is particularly popular with families. Snorkeling is popular at Marmion Marine Park near Scarborough, and Scarborough Beach, just 20 minutes from downtown, will either delight or shock visitors with some "gnarly" waves. For the less adventurous traveler, nothing beats just lying down on the sparkling sands to soak up some sun. Many of Perth's beaches have a range of cafes, bars and restaurants to transition an active day into a lively night.
