Popular places to visit
Scarborough Beach
Pedestrian promenades with ocean views, fun playgrounds, shops and cafés, and of course the beach itself, make this one very popular surf beach indeed.
Elizabeth Quay
An exciting new addition to the Perth riverfront, this precinct has everyone talking. There is already heaps to see and do and it’s not even finished yet.
Hillarys Boat Harbour
From mini golf to fine dining, there’s plenty to see and do at this delightful marina in Perth’s northern suburbs.
Adventure World
Bring the family to Adventure World and have a fun-filled day at this amusement park in Perth. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Optus Stadium
Catch an event at Optus Stadium during your trip to Perth. Check out the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
Kings Park and Botanic Garden
This striking stretch of green in the heart of Perth is home to the amazing State Botanic Gardens as well as attractions for all the family.
Things to do
Pinnacles Sunset Stargazing Day Tour with picnic dinner and telescope
Rottnest Island Same Day Return Ferry from Fremantle
Discover Rottnest Island Day Tour from Perth & Fremantle
Rottnest Island Same Day Return Ferry from Perth
Rottnest Island Day Trip by Bike from Perth & Fremantle
Top hotels in Nedlands
Pan Pacific Perth
Clean room, friendly staff, great choice of food and drinks in the Pacific Club lounge. Breakfast was superb!
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
Rendezvous Hotel Perth Scarborough
Yes
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Perth Waterfront
Excellent room. Great food. Amazing views from 28 Knots rooftop bar. Thoroughly recommended.
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Oaks Perth Hotel
Staff helpful Lovely spacious rooms And nice having utensils a hotplate and microwave
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Swan River Hotel
No thank you
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025
Ibis Styles East Perth
Room was very clean, Staff were very polite, Dinning room and bar had good choices. GREAT PLACE TO STAY, thanks to all staff.
Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Nedlands
Subiaco
Subiaco is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Barking Gecko Theatre Company and Western Australian Medical Museum.
Cottesloe
Cottesloe is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Cottesloe Beach and Leighton Beach while you're in town.
South Perth
Travelers come to South Perth for its stunning river views, and you can see top attractions like Perth Zoo and South Perth Observation Deck while you're in town.
Perth Central Business District
Travelers to Perth Central Business District praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by St George's Terrace and Hay Street Mall.
Perth City Centre
If you're spending some time in Perth City Centre, Western Australian Museum and Art Gallery of Western Australia are top sights worth seeing.
East Perth
A noteworthy feature of East Perth is its stunning river views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Gloucester Park Raceway and WACA.
