Arts & Culture

Perth and its surrounding areas are alive with a spectacular mix of music, theatre, comedy, dance and visual art, showcasing the state's rich creative spirit.

Explore a variety of arts and cultural exhibitions in art galleries, museums, theatres and performance centres. As you venture on some of the great public art walks in Perth you will be enriched and gain understanding of life and history of the area. The art and craft markets are always full of thriving culture, selling a whole range of fantastic local art and craft.

Visit the Perth Cultural Centre in Northbridge, housing the Western Australian Museum, Art Gallery of Western Australia and the Perth Institute of Contemporary Art. Take a journey back in time to the ancient continent's earliest days through to the rich Aboriginal Heritage and European settlement.

In the evening, immerse yourself in music, as venues thrive with the sounds of local and interstate bands, or watch the performing arts venues come alive with performances by the West Australian Ballet, the West Australian Opera and the State and Perth Theatre companies.