Guidebook for Burswood
Essentials
Woolworths Victoria Park
127 Shepperton RdLocal supermarket/groceries store.
Coles Victoria Park
Albany HighwayGetting Around
Victoria Park station
Parks & Nature
Situated on the Swan River foreshore alongside Optus Stadium, the Chevron Parkland includes 2.6 hectares of rehabilitated parklands and nature-based playgrounds. Chevron Parkland was officially opened as part of the Optus Stadium Open Day in January 2018.
There are six nature play areas within the Chevron Parkland, all designed to encourage children to explore and participate in unstructured play, each play space is inspired by the Noongar six seasons.
Chevron Parkland
333 Victoria Park DriveSituated on the Swan River foreshore alongside Optus Stadium, the Chevron Parkland includes 2.6 hectares of rehabilitated parklands and nature-based playgrounds. Chevron Parkland was officially opened as part of the Optus Stadium Open Day in January 2018.
There are six nature play areas within the Chevron Parkland, all designed to encourage children to explore and participate in unstructured play, each play space is inspired by the Noongar six seasons.
This park has junior and senior kids playgrounds, basketball half-court, and a small gazebo.
There is both a nature scape playground & conventional playground.
Toilets are available.
There are also 2 cafes located directly across the road from the park.
Rayment Reserve
1 Rayment StThis park has junior and senior kids playgrounds, basketball half-court, and a small gazebo.
There is both a nature scape playground & conventional playground.
Toilets are available.
There are also 2 cafes located directly across the road from the park.
There are a number of things to do in Kings Park.
A large variety of playgrounds.
Walks.
Picnic areas.
Cafes.
Outdoor cinema during the summer months. Search the internet for "Moonlight Cinemas"
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Kings Park and Botanic Garden
Fraser AvenueThere are a number of things to do in Kings Park.
A large variety of playgrounds.
Walks.
Picnic areas.
Cafes.
Outdoor cinema during the summer months. Search the internet for "Moonlight Cinemas"
"The Town of Cottesloe boasts some of the most beautiful surrounds in the Perth metropolitan area. When visiting you can look forward to white beaches, Norfolk Island Pines and a Western Suburbs lifestyle – that’s Cottesloe.
Located only 15 minutes west of the Perth CBD, Cottesloe is recognised internationally for its superb stretch of beaches, manicured lawns and balcony views over the Indian Ocean. Whether you’re a Perth local, visitor passing by or a valued community member, our village atmosphere and seaside heritage will keep Cottesloe on the list of places you’ll want to come back to."
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Cottesloe Beach Hotel
104 Marine Parade"The Town of Cottesloe boasts some of the most beautiful surrounds in the Perth metropolitan area. When visiting you can look forward to white beaches, Norfolk Island Pines and a Western Suburbs lifestyle – that’s Cottesloe.
Located only 15 minutes west of the Perth CBD, Cottesloe is recognised internationally for its superb stretch of beaches, manicured lawns and balcony views over the Indian Ocean. Whether you’re a Perth local, visitor passing by or a valued community member, our village atmosphere and seaside heritage will keep Cottesloe on the list of places you’ll want to come back to."
"Scarborough Beach is one of the most popular spots for beach-goers on the Perth coast. Thousands flock to the pristine beach year-round - and why wouldn’t they? With its brilliant turquoise water, clean white sand, great surf, easy shopping and incredible eateries and bars, there’s really no reason not to visit Scarborough.
The beach offers uninterrupted views of the entire Perth coast, from Fremantle in the south, up to Hillary’s in the north. Along with multiple playgrounds and spacious grassed areas, all in close proximity, your only task will be deciding where to go first!"
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Scarborough Beach
"Scarborough Beach is one of the most popular spots for beach-goers on the Perth coast. Thousands flock to the pristine beach year-round - and why wouldn’t they? With its brilliant turquoise water, clean white sand, great surf, easy shopping and incredible eateries and bars, there’s really no reason not to visit Scarborough.
The beach offers uninterrupted views of the entire Perth coast, from Fremantle in the south, up to Hillary’s in the north. Along with multiple playgrounds and spacious grassed areas, all in close proximity, your only task will be deciding where to go first!"
Sightseeing
With views of the picturesque Swan River and Perth city in the west and the foothills in the east, this 60,000 seat, world-class, multi-purpose Stadium hosts a variety of sports and entertainment events, including Australian Football League, International and Big Bash League cricket, soccer, rugby league and union, plus concerts.
The surrounding Stadium Park precinct provides year-round access for visitors of all ages to enjoy the nature playgrounds in the Chevron Parkland, the BHP Boardwalk & Amphitheatre, picnic and barbeque areas, public art as well as a myriad of recreational facilities. There is also the opportunity to dine in the buffet or a la carte restaurants that overlook the river
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Optus Stadion
333 Victoria Park DrWith views of the picturesque Swan River and Perth city in the west and the foothills in the east, this 60,000 seat, world-class, multi-purpose Stadium hosts a variety of sports and entertainment events, including Australian Football League, International and Big Bash League cricket, soccer, rugby league and union, plus concerts.
The surrounding Stadium Park precinct provides year-round access for visitors of all ages to enjoy the nature playgrounds in the Chevron Parkland, the BHP Boardwalk & Amphitheatre, picnic and barbeque areas, public art as well as a myriad of recreational facilities. There is also the opportunity to dine in the buffet or a la carte restaurants that overlook the river
Food Scene
Sage
414 Albany Hwy Walking distance
Harvest Espresso
629 Albany HwyThe Imp
863 Albany Hwy Great coffee
Hampton & Maley
59 Albany HwyMcDonald's East Victoria Park
cnr Alday StRockpool Bar & Grill
Great Eastern HighwayRed Basil Thai Cuisine
335 Albany HwyBistro Guillaume Perth
Great Eastern HighwayNobu
Great Eastern HighwayTammy's bakery
882 Albany HwyDôme Café
293 Albany HwyDecanter
279 Albany HwySixteen Ounces
257 Albany HwyGreat coffee
Sonder Coffee
484 Albany HwyOpen at 5.30am on week days with great coffee
Drinks & Nightlife
The Merrywell Perth
Great Eastern HighwayThere is a great sandpit in the beer garden for younger children.
Live music is often played on a Sunday afternoon in the beer garden.
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Blasta Brewing Company
102 Goodwood Pde. There is a great sandpit in the beer garden for younger children.
Live music is often played on a Sunday afternoon in the beer garden.
There is a huge range of beer to choose from.
There is a sand pit and dedicated play area for younger kids at the rear of the property.
Live music is played in the front bar - check website for details.
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Dutch Trading Co
243 Albany HwyThere is a huge range of beer to choose from.
There is a sand pit and dedicated play area for younger kids at the rear of the property.
Live music is played in the front bar - check website for details.
EVE Nightclub
Great Eastern HighwayA huge shed (and former crocodile farm) on the water’s edge in Fremantle was to become the home of this beer and the birthplace of Little Creatures Brewing. Work began in 1999 and we swung the doors open in late 2000.
there is also a sandpit for younger children.
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Little Creatures
40 Mews RdA huge shed (and former crocodile farm) on the water’s edge in Fremantle was to become the home of this beer and the birthplace of Little Creatures Brewing. Work began in 1999 and we swung the doors open in late 2000.
there is also a sandpit for younger children.
"The Camfield is located on the picturesque banks of the Swan River on Burswood Peninsula. It has a stunning 180 degree view across to Claisebrook and is Perth’s newest and most exciting meeting place. It is Australia’s largest pub and provides plenty of seating and spaces for a casual drink, long lunch or dinner with friends, co-workers or important clients. With an extensive menu featuring wood fired pizza’s, mouth-watering steaks and locally sourced produce, as well as a variety of food outlets available on event days. There is a beautiful beer garden complete with a massive screen, plenty of room for the kids to run around in and don’t forget we are dog friendly until 4pm!"
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The Camfield
1 Roger MacKay Dr"The Camfield is located on the picturesque banks of the Swan River on Burswood Peninsula. It has a stunning 180 degree view across to Claisebrook and is Perth’s newest and most exciting meeting place. It is Australia’s largest pub and provides plenty of seating and spaces for a casual drink, long lunch or dinner with friends, co-workers or important clients. With an extensive menu featuring wood fired pizza’s, mouth-watering steaks and locally sourced produce, as well as a variety of food outlets available on event days. There is a beautiful beer garden complete with a massive screen, plenty of room for the kids to run around in and don’t forget we are dog friendly until 4pm!"
Walking distance to classic Aussie style pub with a fantastic beer garden
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Broken Hill Hotel
314 Albany HwyWalking distance to classic Aussie style pub with a fantastic beer garden
Boston Brewing Co Vic Park
660 Albany HwyArts & Culture
Visit for a tour of the tunnels or a torch light tour.
"Fremantle Prison was built as a convict barracks in the 19th century and remained in continual use until 1991. The Prison was a place of hangings, floggings, dramatic convict escapes and prisoner riots. Inmates included imperial convicts, colonial prisoners, enemy aliens, prisoners of war and maximum-security detainees."
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Fremantle Prison
1 The TerraceVisit for a tour of the tunnels or a torch light tour.
"Fremantle Prison was built as a convict barracks in the 19th century and remained in continual use until 1991. The Prison was a place of hangings, floggings, dramatic convict escapes and prisoner riots. Inmates included imperial convicts, colonial prisoners, enemy aliens, prisoners of war and maximum-security detainees."
"Perched on the Indian Ocean's shore, the WA Maritime Museum is symbolic of Fremantle’s past, present and future as a coastal city and port.
The Museum houses several unique galleries that explore WA's maritime relationship. From leisure boats and handcrafted sailing boats to commercial pearl luggers, the Museum inspires visitors to discover WA’s affinity with the ocean.
The Museum is home to the winning America's Cup yacht, Australia II, an Oberon class submarine — HMAS Ovens, Jon Sanders’ Parry Endeavour and many other iconic vessels from WA's maritime history."
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WA Maritime Museum
Peter Hughes Drive"Perched on the Indian Ocean's shore, the WA Maritime Museum is symbolic of Fremantle’s past, present and future as a coastal city and port.
The Museum houses several unique galleries that explore WA's maritime relationship. From leisure boats and handcrafted sailing boats to commercial pearl luggers, the Museum inspires visitors to discover WA’s affinity with the ocean.
The Museum is home to the winning America's Cup yacht, Australia II, an Oberon class submarine — HMAS Ovens, Jon Sanders’ Parry Endeavour and many other iconic vessels from WA's maritime history."