Food and Wine

Riverside Drive at night-time The Pioneer Woman in Perth's stunning Kings Park

Perth displays many layers of gastronomic delights and creative flair. The Swan Valley, located only 20 minutes east of Perth City, is Western Australia’s oldest grape growing region and home to many gourmet eateries. Many of the vineyards in the region are still owned by the descendents of the European immigrants that founded them.

Food and Wine lovers will be astonished by the variety, quality, and ambience of the vineyards and restaurants in this area. The Swan Valley is blessed with a magnificent backdrop; which sees rolling hills envelop the wineries, lush natural bushlands, and beautifully meandering waterways.

This area is famed for its indulgent local produce. Treat yourself to a spectacular array of home grown culinary delights; including olives, cheese, jams, preserves, chocolate, and nougat. There are over 70 magnificent restaurants and cafes to choose from. Be dazzled by the sparkling array of international award winning wines; from both big players, such as Houghton and Sandalford, and boutique wineries alike. The Swan Valley is known for its location, location, location! For those interested in gourmet food and wine, against a captivating backdrop – the Swan Valley will not disappoint.

Interested in fine food and a nightlife atmosphere? Northbridge is the place to be. Northbridge is the perfect spot to consume your favourite foods with friends; quench your thirst with a selection of mainstream and boutique beers and wines; then retreat into one of the abundant pubs and clubs to listen to your favourite music and dance the night away.

Offering a long list of pubs, hotels, nightclubs, cafes, coffee bars, restaurants, and cellars – Northbridge is not short of variety. Northbridge cuisine is a rainbow of selection for every tastebud. Whether your flavour is Italian, Greek, African, Cantonese, Vietnamese, Chinese, Thai, Malaysian, or traditional English fare – Northbridge is the place to be!

 

Highlights
Town Hall, York
Hillside Country Retreat

A large secluded country retreat surrounded by gently rolling hills and picturesque farmland, 'Hillside' is ideally suited to a romantic getaway where you can escape the bustle of city life.    more


Town Hall, York
Quellington School House

York is situated in the Avon Valley and this farmstay provides a unique opportunity to share in the region's history. The school house is located on a wheat and sheep farm which also features pet kangaroos and emus. The brick school has been fully restored and tastefully furnished in the elegant style of yesteryear but with all the comforts of today. Children welcome, but no pets. Barbeque facilities are available.  more


Catamaraning on the Swan, image courtesy of John G Chapman
Lancelin Lodge YHA

Lancelin Lodge offers a huge well equipped kitchen, 15m pool, log fire and comfortable beds. The Lodge is a short walk from the town, beaches and dunes. Enjoy the sunset at the dunes or the beachfront pub!  more


Swan Valley Wagon Trails
Swan Valley Wagon Trails

Host, Ross Gundry, welcomes you to Perth's Wine Country - the beautiful Swan Valley, and invite you to climb aboard our charming Clydesdale-drawn fully upholstered and weatherproofed wagons, sit back and soak up the ambience only the Swan Valley can offer.   more


Urban Indigenous Tours
Urban Indigenous Tours

 Aboriginal Australians... their Stories, Art, Music and Foods. Urban Indigenous Tours provides the opportunity for Australian and foreign tourists to engage in an authentic Aboriginal experience whilst also supporting local artists, businesses and projects.   more


Barrack Street Jetty is a great place to grab a coffee and watch the water action on the Swan River
Guildford

As you are making your way through streets of Guildford Western Australia (WA) - a gateway to the Swan Valley - you are overcome with a feeling that you are in a charming little village untouched by the hands of time.  more


This tranquil forest is 100 years old
York

York is a small town alive with history. Located 97 kilometres east of Perth, York is one of Australia’s most quaint and picturesque towns. Its long, insightful, and rich history has termed it as Australia’s most historically significant town. The amazing Victorian and Federation buildings have been carefully restored to maintain remanence of Yorks great past; and many are still in use today. York offers detailed insight into its history before and following the European settlement.  more


CEO Chris Pye with DriveWA 4WD
Mundaring Arts Centre

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