Knot Stranded Getaways

Weekend getaways from Perth

5 places within about 4 hours of Perth, closest first. Locals go to get out of town, and visitors can add one to a city trip. Get there by car, by train or by ferry.

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5 getaways, closest first

  1. 30 minby train Fremantle A port town of heritage buildings, breweries, markets and the old Fremantle Prison.
    • Food
    • Culture
    • Nightlife
  2. 30 minby car Swan Valley Western Australia's oldest wine region, with breweries, chocolate and cheese stops.
    • Wine
    • Food
  3. 45 minby ferry Rottnest Island A car-free island of turquoise bays where you can take a selfie with a smiling quokka.
    • Beach
    • Adventure
    • Family
  4. 2 hr 30 minby car Pinnacles and Cervantes Thousands of limestone spires rising from yellow sand in Nambung National Park.
    • Adventure
  5. 3 hr 30 minby car Margaret River World-class Chardonnay and Cabernet, surf breaks and limestone caves.
    • Wine
    • Beach
    • Adventure