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Australia Destinations

Discovering the Great Attractions in Western Australia

If you are staying at a bed and breakfast in Western Australia then there are many excellent activities you can explore during your holiday. Cockatoo Island is one such place where you can explore one of one thousand islands which makes up the amazing Buccaneer Archipelago wilderness of the Kimberley Pearl Coast. The secret beaches and light breezes make this a truly a tropical paradise. Adventure World is Perth’s top amusement park with over thirty thrill rides and waterslides including suitable rides for smaller children. This tourist attraction has something for the whole family and you will enjoy every minute of it.

The Art Gallery of Western Australia is located in the heart of the Perth Cultural centre and holds a large range of art. Some of the pieces include West Australian art, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art and international art from all over the world. There is a broad range of work from paintings and sculptures to ceramics and textiles. Bathurst Lighthouse is another great tourist attraction you should visit if you are staying at a bed and breakfast in Western Australia. Located at one of the highest points on the island, visitors can see the lighthouse and the breathtaking views on offer. Ben Prior’s Open Air Museum is a museum with a difference. It features a collection of machinery that will give you a new appreciation of the life of those early settlers in the gold mining towns. You will be able to see the steam engine used on the mines, sit in wagons driven by the town’s citizens as well as being able to examine the lives of those looking to discover gold.

The Benedictine Monastery is located on the site of the original 1847 mission building in New Norcia. The monastery is now home to a group of monks who live a simple communal life of prayer and work within the monastery. You will be able to take a guided walking tour of the town and learn about the history and present life of the occupants. Big Bell Ghost Town was once a mass of activity when it operated as a mine in the early 1900’s. Now you can explore the derelict town and imagine how life would have been and get an understanding of the wealth that once existed in the former town of Big Bell.

The Boulder Market Day is an excellent place to visit where you can enjoy the local entertainment, purchase some handmade crafts and discover the range of displays with plenty of activities for the whole family. The Clairault Winery and Restaurant is one of the oldest vineyards in the Margaret River region with its first vines being planted in 1976. It is situated on the highest point of the cape and here you will be able to enjoy a delightful menu created from local ingredients and award winning wines including Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz. The Denmark Dinosaur World in Western Australia has a world class permanent exhibition of dinosaur skeletons including the only T-Rex in Australia. You will be able to experience hands on, interactive eco adventures into the world of birds and reptiles.