Melbourne & Perth, Australia 13-day travel plan covering Top attractions and For kids and Nature and outdoor

Day 2 starts at St Kilda Beach at 9 AM - allow 2.5 hours for relaxation and enjoyment. Take a 30-minute tram ride to Melbourne Museum (trams every 10 minutes, ~$5 AUD) for a 3-hour exploration from 12 PM. Conclude your day with the Melbourne Star Observation Wheel at 3:30 PM - enjoy stunning views for an hour. A 15-minute tram ride back to the city center ($5 AUD) wraps up the day.

Day 1 starts at Kings Park and Botanic Garden (closest to city center) at 9 AM - allow 2 hours to explore. Take a 15-minute taxi ride (~$20 AUD) to Perth Zoo, arriving around 11:30 AM for a 3-hour visit. Afterward, enjoy a 15-minute ferry ride (~$10 AUD) from the zoo to Swan River at 3 PM for 1.5 hours of leisure.

Day 2 starts at Elizabeth Quay at 9 AM - allow 2 hours to explore the waterfront and cafes. Take a 15-minute taxi ride (~$15 AUD) to Cottesloe Beach, arriving by 11:30 AM for a 3-hour beach visit. Enjoy the sun and local cafes. Finally, take a 20-minute bus journey (~$5 AUD) to The Art Gallery of Western Australia, starting at 3 PM for 2 hours of art appreciation.

Day 3 starts at Fremantle Markets at 9 AM - allow 2 hours to explore local artisans and food. Take a 30-minute train ride (~$5 AUD) to The Perth Mint, arriving by 11:30 AM for a 2-hour tour of Australia’s oldest mint. Afterward, take a 30-minute bus ride (~$4 AUD) to Trigg Beach, starting at 2 PM for relaxation or a swim. Enjoy your balanced day mixing culture, history, and leisure!

Day 4 starts at Perth Cultural Centre at 9 AM - allow 2 hours to explore the art galleries and museums. Travel by a 15-minute walk to Heirisson Island, arriving at 11:30 AM - enjoy the scenery for 90 minutes. From there, take a 20-minute taxi to Bold Park (approx. $25 AUD), arriving by 1:30 PM for a leisurely 2-hour walk amidst nature's beauty.

Day 5 starts at Fremantle Prison (closest to city center) at 9 AM - allow 2 hours for exploration. Take a 20-minute bus ride (~$5 AUD) to Caversham Wildlife Park, arriving by 11:30 AM for another 2 hours with koalas and kangaroos. Finally, take a 25-minute taxi (~$40 AUD) to AQWA The Aquarium of Western Australia, where you’ll enjoy marine life until 4 PM.

Day 6 starts at Burswood Park at 9 AM - allow 90 minutes to enjoy the gardens and views. Travel 10 minutes by taxi (~$15 AUD) to Northbridge for lunch and exploration from 11 AM for 2 hours. Finally, take a 20-minute ride to Whiteman Park (taxi ~$30 AUD) for recreational activities and wildlife from 1:30 PM for 3 hours.

Day 7 starts at Perth Cultural Centre at 9 AM - allow 2 hours for exploration. Take a 10-minute walk to The Bell Tower for a 60-minute visit at 11:30 AM. Afterward, catch a 15-minute taxi (~$20 AUD) to Burswood Park Playground, arriving at 1 PM for 90 minutes of leisure and playtime.

Day 8 starts at AQWA The Aquarium Of Western Australia at 9 AM - allow 2 hours for exploring marine life. Travel 30 minutes by taxi (~$40 AUD) to Lakeside Joondalup, arriving by 11:30 AM for 3 hours of shopping and dining. Finally, take a 20-minute taxi (~$30 AUD) to Hillarys Boat Harbour at 3 PM - enjoy stunning views for 2 hours before concluding your day.

Start Day 9 at Rottnest Island at 9 AM - allow 4 hours to explore. Return to Perth by ferry (approximately 30 minutes, ~$30 AUD). At 1:30 PM, visit Scitech (45 minutes travel time via taxi, ~$25 AUD) for 2 hours of interactive fun. Finally, head to Caversham Wildlife Park at 4 PM (30 minutes taxi ride, ~$35 AUD) - plan for 3 hours with adorable wildlife encounters.

Start at Galup at 9 AM - allow 90 minutes for exploration. Then, take a 20-minute taxi ride (~$25 AUD) to Adventure World for 4 hours of fun from 11 AM. Finally, head to Island Playground at 3:30 PM, a 15-minute taxi ride (~$20 AUD) for 2 hours of play. Attractions are ordered by proximity to the city center, ensuring a balanced day of activity and leisure.

Day 11 starts at Maylands Peninsula Public Golf Course at 9 AM - allow 3 hours for your round. Travel 15 minutes via taxi to Perth Zoo, with an estimated fare of ~$25 AUD; arrive by 12:30 PM for a 1.5-hour visit. Next, take a 10-minute taxi ride to Claremont Showground around 2:30 PM, costing approximately $15 AUD. Enjoy a relaxed afternoon exploring the Showground until 4:30 PM.