Mandurah
Mandurah is a fast growing coastal town immediately south of Perth in the Peel region of Western Australia.
Get in
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By train
[edit]Mandurah is the terminal station on the Mandurah line of Perth's suburban rail network. It's 55 minutes from the Perth Underground station to Mandurah and costs $5.20 (checked 2024-09-16) for a ticket, though the price is reduced if using a Transperth SmartRider. If not using a SmartRider and only planning a day trip, consider getting a DayRider ticket ($10.40) which will cover all travel for the day (buses, and return train).
By bike
[edit]The cycle facilities from Perth to Mandurah are excellent. It is a long cycle, but all off-road by the side of the new Kwinana Freeway extension. Not recommended during summer.
By car
[edit]It's a fifty minute drive from Perth CBD via the Kwinana Fwy (Hwy 2). Exit onto State Route 19 Mandjoogoordap Dr.
Get around
[edit]You can get around to most destinations via bus, through some routes are somewhat infrequent (30 min between buses) especially during off-peak hours. Renting a bicycle is an option, they can be acquired from outside the Visitors Center. However depending on where you wish to visit, you may find driving the best option.
See
[edit]- 1 Mandurah War Memorial, 11 Leighton Pl, Halls Head. 24/7.
- 2 Amaze Miniature Park, 24 Husband Rd, Barragup, ☏ +61 493 299 753. W-Sa 10AM–4:30PM. Miniature park.
- Giants of Mandurah. A collection of five large sculptures created by Thomas Dambo, they're located in various places in and around Mandurah, many of which require a little walking to get to. There is a sixth statue in Perth. An information brochure can be obtained from the Mandurah Visitors Center.
- Mandurah Museum, 3 Pinjarra Rd. Small local history museum. Entry cost is a gold coin donation ($1-2).
- Lake Clifton Thrombolites, Lake Clifton. Large group of ancient thrombolites, rock-like organisms. Not accessible via public transport.
Do
[edit]There are many beaches to swim and fish at, as well as, various boat tours and cruises.
- Mandurah Dolphin Tours, Mandjar Bay.
- Mandurah Crab Fest, 3 Peel St. Annual event held on the 3rd weekend of March, is most notable for selling seafood and includes various entertainment (Live music, fireworks etc).
Buy
[edit]- Mandurah Visitors Center, 75 Mandurah Terrace. Offers an assortment of souvenirs.
Eat
[edit]- 1 Miami Bakehouse Cafe, Shop 3 13-15 Rouse Road &, Mandurah Rd, Greenfields, ☏ +61 8 9547 4341.
Drink
[edit]Sleep
[edit]- The Sebel Mandurah, 1 Marco Polo Drive, ☏ +61 8 9512 8300. Experience waterfront Mandurah accommodation at this stylish Mandurah hotel only 50 minutes from Perth. Situated on the Mandurah Estuary, enjoy nearby shopping, dining and local attractions.
- Footprints Resort Preston Beach (Footprints Resort Preston Beach W.A), 56 Mitchell Rd Preston Beach, ☏ +61 8 9739 1111. The Footprints Preston Beach resort has been beautifully designed to create a number of beach shack ‘communities’ through the resort with wide-open spaces for kids to play and families to meet. Preston Beach is a 20-minute drive south of Mandurah and 90 minutes south of Perth. The short drive will make you feel close to home but the relaxed seaside village of Preston Beach will seem like another world. Footprints is on the main street, fronting the only access to the beach.