Private Perth day tour: Kings Park, Cottesloe Beach, Fremantle

A local driver who knows where the tour buses can't go

This is a private day tour of Perth for groups of seven or fewer with a local guide, hotel or port pickup, and the flexibility to change stops on the day. You'll visit Kings Park and Botanic Garden, Cottesloe Beach, Fremantle Markets and other landmarks, with plenty of photo stops and the option to request specific sights in advance. The tour runs 6 to 12 hours depending on what you choose to see.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Perth and Fremantle highlights

• Visit kangaroo inner city sanctuary
• Stop at nature playground for children
• Explore Old South Perth Flour Mill
• Walk on natural sandbar in Swan River
• See iconic social work and gardens area
• Drive along Swan River to Bicton Baths
• View sea container rainbow artwork
• Visit Fremantle's Round House and cannon firing
• Lunch at Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour
• Shop at Fremantle Markets (Fri-Sun only)
• Enjoy views at Point Walter and Swan River
• Stop at Cottesloe Beach seaside strip
• Take photos at Blue Boat Shed
• Explore Kings Park and Botanic Garden

Stops and time spent at each 5 stops

1. Old Mill 20m
2. Round House 25m
3. Fremantle Markets 1h
4. Cottesloe Beach 15m
5. Kings Park and Botanic Garden 1h

What’s included

• Knowledgeable local driver and guide.
• hotel or port pickup and drop-off.
• multiple destinations including Kings Park, Cottesloe Beach, Fremantle Markets and the Blue Boat Shed.
• plenty of photo stops with the guide taking photos of you as well.
• flexibility to change stops on the day and request specific sights in advance.

Times

• Every day No fixed time

Before you book

Group Private

Live guide English

Meeting point and pickup Hotel pickup included.

Ages Adult (16 and older) · Child (1 to 15 years)

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Good to know

Low physical effort Stroller-friendly Infant seats available

Operated by Perths Tiny Tours

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The experience

You arrive in Perth with a free afternoon or a full day, and you don't want to chase a tour bus schedule or wait for a group to catch up. A private tour with a born-and-bred local means you reach places the big buses can't access: a natural sandbar in the Swan River at low tide, the historic Round House in Fremantle with its noon cannon firing, the 66-tonne sea container rainbow overlooking the harbour. The guide takes photos of you too, and you can ask in advance for particular things you want to see, so the day builds around what matters to you.

The route typically moves through Kings Park and Botanic Garden for panoramic city views and spring wildflowers, then down to Cottesloe Beach: Perth's most famous stretch of sand, lined with cafes and bars. Fremantle Markets (open Friday to Sunday) offers food, arts and souvenirs. The Blue Boat Shed is a well-known photo spot. You'll pass the wealthy riverside homes at Point Walter, stop at Bicton Baths if the drive appeals, and hit optional spots like a kangaroo sanctuary or children's nature playground depending on your group. Lunch happens at a stop you choose (Fremantle Harbour has many options), and the day can end with a sunset at Cottesloe if the timing works.

Hotel or port pickup and drop-off are included, and you travel in a single vehicle with no waiting for others. The guide speaks English and knows the city well enough to suggest things beyond the brochure stops. Children from age one are welcome, and the tour suits all fitness levels.

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (1 to 15 years).

What is the Blue Boat Shed and why do people stop there?

The Blue Boat Shed is an iconic structure on Cottesloe Beach that has become a selfie hotspot. It's worth timing the stop for good light and smaller crowds, so let the guide know if it's a priority when you book.

Can I see kangaroos on this tour?

Yes, there's an optional stop at an inner-city sanctuary where you can find kangaroos and enjoy a natural refuge within Perth. It's one of several stops you can choose to include or skip.

Is lunch included in the tour?

Lunch is not included, but the tour stops at Fremantle Harbour or other locations where you can pick from many food options. Fish and chips, cafes and restaurants are all available at the stops.

What happens if I want to see something different than the usual stops?

You can request particular sights in advance and the guide will work them in. The tour is built around your flexibility, so you can change destinations on the day within reason.