Mandurah’s accolades: A must-see destination for all!
Welcome to Perth’s #1 day trip destination! Perched between the Indian Ocean and an estuary twice Sydney Harbour’s size, Mandjoogoordap / Mandurah is where you’ll meet dolphins, explore beaches, see Giants, and enjoy magical Christmas Lights.
Make the most of your day in Mandurah! Discover must-see sights, hidden gems, and affordable adventures. We’ve pulled together the perfect itineraries for an unforgettable day trip.
Enjoy Skating in Mandurah at the winter ice rink on the Eastern Foreshore with daily sessions for all ages, wheelchair access and family-friendly fun from 3–19 July 2026.
Discover exciting events happening in and around Mandurah.
Discover a fun and interactive way for kids to explore the past with free children’s activities at the Mandurah Museum.
Discover a fun and interactive way for kids to explore the past with free children’s activities at the Mandurah Museum.
Explore Mandurah’s history through a unique exhibition experience, running from 21 April to 12 June 2026, and discover the stories that have shaped this coastal city.
Explore Mandurah’s history through a unique exhibition experience, running from 21 April to 12 June 2026, and discover the stories that have shaped this coastal city.
Free printmaking exhibition in Mandurah showcasing WA artists across two gallery spaces at Mandurah Performing Arts Centre, exploring contemporary print practices, regional voices and creative collaboration.
Free printmaking exhibition in Mandurah showcasing WA artists across two gallery spaces at Mandurah Performing Arts Centre, exploring contemporary print practices, regional voices and creative collaboration.
Enjoy the Winter Wonderland Twilight Market in Mandurah with glowing lights, live entertainment, fire performers, food stalls and local makers at Smart Street Mall and George Robinson Gardens.
Enjoy the Winter Wonderland Twilight Market in Mandurah with glowing lights, live entertainment, fire performers, food stalls and local makers at Smart Street Mall and George Robinson Gardens.
Experience the perfect introduction to pottery with your partner or friend! Learn two different pottery styles while enjoying a grazing platter and wine for two!
Experience the perfect introduction to pottery with your partner or friend! Learn two different pottery styles while enjoying a grazing platter and wine for two!
Celebrate creativity and connection with an Inclusive Paint & Sip experience in Mandurah, designed to be relaxed, supportive and accessible for people of all abilities.
Celebrate creativity and connection with an Inclusive Paint & Sip experience in Mandurah, designed to be relaxed, supportive and accessible for people of all abilities.
Visit Peel Produce Market in Dawesville every Saturday for fresh local produce, artisan goods, hot breakfast, coffee, live music and a vibrant foreshore community atmosphere.
Visit Peel Produce Market in Dawesville every Saturday for fresh local produce, artisan goods, hot breakfast, coffee, live music and a vibrant foreshore community atmosphere.
Enjoy a nostalgic morning concert in Mandurah with Little Belle performing beloved hits from the 50s and 60s, complete with beautiful harmonies, singalongs and morning tea included.
Enjoy a nostalgic morning concert in Mandurah with Little Belle performing beloved hits from the 50s and 60s, complete with beautiful harmonies, singalongs and morning tea included.
Experience The Show Must Go On! in Mandurah, a spectacular tribute show featuring Queen, Bowie, ABBA, Amy Winehouse, Robbie Williams and more in one unforgettable live concert event.
Experience The Show Must Go On! in Mandurah, a spectacular tribute show featuring Queen, Bowie, ABBA, Amy Winehouse, Robbie Williams and more in one unforgettable live concert event.
Winter Solstice at Redgum Estate We’re extending à la carte trade from 11am right through to 9pm, so you can settle in by the fire, share a bottle (or two), and watch the sun set over the vines on the shortest day and longest night of the year in the Southern Hemisphere!
Winter Solstice at Redgum Estate We’re extending à la carte trade from 11am right through to 9pm, so you can settle in by the fire, share a bottle (or two), and watch the sun set over the vines on the shortest day and longest night of the year in the Southern Hemisphere!
Discover a fun and interactive way for kids to explore the past with free children’s activities at the Mandurah Museum.
Discover a fun and interactive way for kids to explore the past with free children’s activities at the Mandurah Museum.
Explore Mandurah’s history through a unique exhibition experience, running from 21 April to 12 June 2026, and discover the stories that have shaped this coastal city.
Explore Mandurah’s history through a unique exhibition experience, running from 21 April to 12 June 2026, and discover the stories that have shaped this coastal city.
Free printmaking exhibition in Mandurah showcasing WA artists across two gallery spaces at Mandurah Performing Arts Centre, exploring contemporary print practices, regional voices and creative collaboration.
Free printmaking exhibition in Mandurah showcasing WA artists across two gallery spaces at Mandurah Performing Arts Centre, exploring contemporary print practices, regional voices and creative collaboration.
Enjoy the Winter Wonderland Twilight Market in Mandurah with glowing lights, live entertainment, fire performers, food stalls and local makers at Smart Street Mall and George Robinson Gardens.
Enjoy the Winter Wonderland Twilight Market in Mandurah with glowing lights, live entertainment, fire performers, food stalls and local makers at Smart Street Mall and George Robinson Gardens.
Experience the perfect introduction to pottery with your partner or friend! Learn two different pottery styles while enjoying a grazing platter and wine for two!
Experience the perfect introduction to pottery with your partner or friend! Learn two different pottery styles while enjoying a grazing platter and wine for two!
Celebrate creativity and connection with an Inclusive Paint & Sip experience in Mandurah, designed to be relaxed, supportive and accessible for people of all abilities.
Celebrate creativity and connection with an Inclusive Paint & Sip experience in Mandurah, designed to be relaxed, supportive and accessible for people of all abilities.
Visit Peel Produce Market in Dawesville every Saturday for fresh local produce, artisan goods, hot breakfast, coffee, live music and a vibrant foreshore community atmosphere.
Visit Peel Produce Market in Dawesville every Saturday for fresh local produce, artisan goods, hot breakfast, coffee, live music and a vibrant foreshore community atmosphere.
Enjoy a nostalgic morning concert in Mandurah with Little Belle performing beloved hits from the 50s and 60s, complete with beautiful harmonies, singalongs and morning tea included.
Enjoy a nostalgic morning concert in Mandurah with Little Belle performing beloved hits from the 50s and 60s, complete with beautiful harmonies, singalongs and morning tea included.
Experience The Show Must Go On! in Mandurah, a spectacular tribute show featuring Queen, Bowie, ABBA, Amy Winehouse, Robbie Williams and more in one unforgettable live concert event.
Experience The Show Must Go On! in Mandurah, a spectacular tribute show featuring Queen, Bowie, ABBA, Amy Winehouse, Robbie Williams and more in one unforgettable live concert event.
Winter Solstice at Redgum Estate We’re extending à la carte trade from 11am right through to 9pm, so you can settle in by the fire, share a bottle (or two), and watch the sun set over the vines on the shortest day and longest night of the year in the Southern Hemisphere!
Winter Solstice at Redgum Estate We’re extending à la carte trade from 11am right through to 9pm, so you can settle in by the fire, share a bottle (or two), and watch the sun set over the vines on the shortest day and longest night of the year in the Southern Hemisphere!
Discover a fun and interactive way for kids to explore the past with free children’s activities at the Mandurah Museum.
Discover a fun and interactive way for kids to explore the past with free children’s activities at the Mandurah Museum.
Explore Mandurah’s history through a unique exhibition experience, running from 21 April to 12 June 2026, and discover the stories that have shaped this coastal city.
Explore Mandurah’s history through a unique exhibition experience, running from 21 April to 12 June 2026, and discover the stories that have shaped this coastal city.
Free printmaking exhibition in Mandurah showcasing WA artists across two gallery spaces at Mandurah Performing Arts Centre, exploring contemporary print practices, regional voices and creative collaboration.
Free printmaking exhibition in Mandurah showcasing WA artists across two gallery spaces at Mandurah Performing Arts Centre, exploring contemporary print practices, regional voices and creative collaboration.
Enjoy the Winter Wonderland Twilight Market in Mandurah with glowing lights, live entertainment, fire performers, food stalls and local makers at Smart Street Mall and George Robinson Gardens.
Enjoy the Winter Wonderland Twilight Market in Mandurah with glowing lights, live entertainment, fire performers, food stalls and local makers at Smart Street Mall and George Robinson Gardens.
Experience the perfect introduction to pottery with your partner or friend! Learn two different pottery styles while enjoying a grazing platter and wine for two!
Experience the perfect introduction to pottery with your partner or friend! Learn two different pottery styles while enjoying a grazing platter and wine for two!
Celebrate creativity and connection with an Inclusive Paint & Sip experience in Mandurah, designed to be relaxed, supportive and accessible for people of all abilities.
Celebrate creativity and connection with an Inclusive Paint & Sip experience in Mandurah, designed to be relaxed, supportive and accessible for people of all abilities.
Visit Peel Produce Market in Dawesville every Saturday for fresh local produce, artisan goods, hot breakfast, coffee, live music and a vibrant foreshore community atmosphere.
Visit Peel Produce Market in Dawesville every Saturday for fresh local produce, artisan goods, hot breakfast, coffee, live music and a vibrant foreshore community atmosphere.
Enjoy a nostalgic morning concert in Mandurah with Little Belle performing beloved hits from the 50s and 60s, complete with beautiful harmonies, singalongs and morning tea included.
Enjoy a nostalgic morning concert in Mandurah with Little Belle performing beloved hits from the 50s and 60s, complete with beautiful harmonies, singalongs and morning tea included.
Experience The Show Must Go On! in Mandurah, a spectacular tribute show featuring Queen, Bowie, ABBA, Amy Winehouse, Robbie Williams and more in one unforgettable live concert event.
Experience The Show Must Go On! in Mandurah, a spectacular tribute show featuring Queen, Bowie, ABBA, Amy Winehouse, Robbie Williams and more in one unforgettable live concert event.
Winter Solstice at Redgum Estate We’re extending à la carte trade from 11am right through to 9pm, so you can settle in by the fire, share a bottle (or two), and watch the sun set over the vines on the shortest day and longest night of the year in the Southern Hemisphere!
Winter Solstice at Redgum Estate We’re extending à la carte trade from 11am right through to 9pm, so you can settle in by the fire, share a bottle (or two), and watch the sun set over the vines on the shortest day and longest night of the year in the Southern Hemisphere!
"Have visited Mandurah several times over the years and loved it, especially seeing the dolphins. The pool looks amazing."
"The food superb. And the boat trip round the harbour seeing the dolphins racing the boat was the highlight of my day."
"Lots to see and do in this region, well worth visiting for a stay or even just a drive."
"Took the train from Clarkson with our family and went on the boat trip. Fabulous houses and saw the dolphins."
"Have visited Mandurah several times over the years and loved it, especially seeing the dolphins. The pool looks amazing."
"The food superb. And the boat trip round the harbour seeing the dolphins racing the boat was the highlight of my day."
"Lots to see and do in this region, well worth visiting for a stay or even just a drive."
"Took the train from Clarkson with our family and went on the boat trip. Fabulous houses and saw the dolphins."
"Have visited Mandurah several times over the years and loved it, especially seeing the dolphins. The pool looks amazing."
"Have visited Mandurah several times over the years and loved it, especially seeing the dolphins. The pool looks amazing."
"The food superb. And the boat trip round the harbour seeing the dolphins racing the boat was the highlight of my day."
"Lots to see and do in this region, well worth visiting for a stay or even just a drive."
"Took the train from Clarkson with our family and went on the boat trip. Fabulous houses and saw the dolphins."
Everything you need to know before you go!
Mandurah is located just one hour south of Perth by car and is easily accessible by train via the Mandurah Line. Its convenient location makes it perfect for day trips, weekend getaways and short coastal escapes.
Yes. Mandurah is easy to visit by public transport, with regular train services connecting Perth and Mandurah. Many attractions, restaurants, accommodation options and waterfront experiences are located within walking distance of the city centre.
Mandurah is famous for its playful dolphins! Spot them in the estuary, canals, and marina. Find the best locations and tours on our Dolphin Watching & Tours page.
Yes. The Giants of Mandurah are free to experience and can be explored independently by car, bike or on foot. Created by renowned artist Thomas Dambo, the giant sculptures are hidden throughout the region and are a must-do for visitors.
Many visitors enjoy Mandurah as a day trip from Perth, but staying two or three days allows more time to explore the waterways, beaches, wildlife, dining experiences and iconic attractions across the region.
Mandurah is a year-round destination. Summer is perfect for beaches and boating, autumn offers warm weather and fewer crowds, winter brings seasonal events and cosy waterfront experiences, while spring showcases colourful wildflowers and outdoor adventures.
Popular free experiences include discovering the Giants of Mandurah, relaxing on beautiful beaches, spotting dolphins from the foreshore, exploring walking trails, visiting local markets and enjoying the vibrant waterfront precinct.
Absolutely. With stunning waterways, beautiful beaches, wildlife encounters, unique attractions, great dining and a relaxed coastal atmosphere, Mandurah is one of Western Australia’s favourite weekend getaway destinations and is located just an hour from Perth.