{"id":38375,"date":"2015-03-01T07:06:30","date_gmt":"2015-02-28T21:06:30","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.lastminute.co.nz\/blog\/?p=38375"},"modified":"2015-03-24T07:56:26","modified_gmt":"2015-03-23T21:56:26","slug":"perths-got-talent","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lastminute.co.nz\/vc\/blog\/perths-got-talent\/","title":{"rendered":"Perth\u2019s got talent!"},"content":{"rendered":"

I love reality TV. I secretly wish to be a panel judge \u2013 I\u2019d be the nice, masculine, handsome one\u2026<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

In this week\u2019s episode, I experience Perth<\/a>\u2019s must-do activities and report back to you. Here\u2019s a list of activities that get a *touchdown* from me.<\/p>\n

The Leederville food safari<\/strong><\/p>\n

Do you like good food and feeling the wind in your hair between courses? I thought so. Leederville Food Safari<\/a> is a three-course progressive dinner via rickshaw; you\u2019ll feel like a total rock star arriving in one of these bad boys.<\/p>\n

\"Leederville<\/a>

Leederville Food Safari<\/p><\/div>\n

You\u2019ll start by enjoying an entr\u00e9e course at Ria Malay Kitchen<\/a>, then your awaiting rickshaw driver peddles to the next destination, Kitsch Bar Asia<\/a>, for mains. This is a great opportunity to try their red rickshaw cocktail before departing to the final destination, Foam Coffee Bar<\/a>, for coffee and cake.<\/p>\n

\"Red<\/a>

Red Rickshaw, Kitcsh Bar Asia<\/p><\/div>\n

The Safari costs $75 (drinks are an additional cost) and takes about three hours to complete. This is a great activity for couples, even-numbered groups, and Grammy winners.<\/p>\n

Two feet & a Heartbeat walking tours<\/strong><\/p>\n

Drinking cocktails is my new favourite way to learn about a city\u2019s history. Two Feet & a Heartbeat walking tours lead a fantastic three-hour Small Bar Tour<\/a> that gives you a backstage pass to a few cool bars like Choo Choo\u2019s<\/a> and Bar de Halcyon<\/a>, where you can sample the local talent in the form of some great food a few drinks.<\/p>\n

\"Two<\/a>

Chookers!<\/p><\/div>\n

The guides are very friendly and sociable, making the tour feel like a boozy night out with some mates.<\/p>\n

The Eat\/Drink\/Walk Small Bar Tour costs $50 and includes the guide\u2019s expert knowledge, some drinks and some snacks at each destination \u2013 bargain! I\u2019d recommend this for a group of friends wanting to maximise their time by fitting some history in to happy hour.<\/p>\n

\"Halloumi<\/a>

Halloumi and tapioca bites, Bar De Halcyon<\/p><\/div>\n

Fremantle Prison<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Fremantle Prison<\/a> run a variety of tours that cover Perth\u2019s fascinating convict history. Most penal settlements built on the east coast lay in ruins, and Fremantle is the only place original convict infrastructure still stands fully intact today.<\/p>\n

\"Prison<\/a>

Prison Selfie lol<\/p><\/div>\n

The \u2018Doing Time\u2019 tour allows you to experience how prisoners lived from the convict era right up until Fremantle Prison closed in 1991. If you\u2019re braver than me, take the much more adventurous \u2018Tunnels Tour\u2019 and explore the labyrinth of tunnels under the prison, some of them by boat! I looked for a Diva DUI tour, but yeah nah.<\/p>\n

Tours start from $20 for adults and go for around two hours. There\u2019s a variety to choose from, including spooky torch-led tours! Scarier than Simon Cowell\u2019s remarks.<\/p>\n

Rottnest Island<\/strong><\/p>\n

This has to be one of the most fascinating natural destinations in Australia. Rottnest Island really puts on a show. It\u2019s an \u2018A\u2019 Class Nature Reserve so its 60+ beaches, 20 bays, and 10km of scenic walking trails are protected and are in pristine condition. It\u2019s also home to the famous (and cute!) \u00a0Quokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"Quokka,<\/a>

I\u2019m all about that Quokka life<\/p><\/div>\n

There\u2019s something for everyone here. In the main settlement area you can grab a coffee and a hot dog from The Lane Caf\u00e9<\/a>, try one of the famous meat pies at the Rottnest Bakery, or enjoy a beer in the sun at Hotel Rottnest<\/a>. There\u2019s also a great 9-hole golf course, putt-putt and a little cinema on the Island. If you get the chance, try and go all the way out to the West End for amazing water views and see the New Zealand Fur Seal Colony.<\/p>\n

\"Rottnest<\/a>

Rottnest Island<\/p><\/div>\n

The easiest way to get there is via the Rottnest Express<\/a> out of Fremantle. It takes about 30 minutes and costs around $70 for a return journey. If you want to extend your chill, there\u2019s also a range of accommodation available<\/a> on the island.<\/p>\n

Pro Tip: <\/strong>Follow Rottnest Express on Facebook<\/a> for special prices.<\/p>\n

Fremantle Markets<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Fremantle Markets<\/a> are located in a heritage-listed building just off the Cappuccino Strip<\/a> in Fremantle. You can find everything from didgeridoos and local crafts to baked good and fresh produce here. They even have a petting zoo!<\/p>\n

\"Fremantle<\/a>

*drools*<\/p><\/div>\n

\"Fremantle<\/a>

Fancy soaps and candles, Happy Birthday Mum<\/p><\/div>\n

The place buzzes with buskers, live demonstrations, and bohemians offering free samples. While you\u2019re here, make sure you try the honey cake samples. If you learn anything from me in this blog \u2013 let it be honey cake. You\u2019re welcome.<\/p>\n

The Fremantle Markets are open Fridays from 9am to 8pm and on weekends from 9am to 6pm.<\/p>\n

Have I missed anything? Write your people\u2019s choice in the comments or give us your Perth talent tips.<\/strong><\/h2>\n