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Art and Afternoon Light in Crawley

Start your morning at Perth’s first purpose-built university art museum, grab a quick coffee nearby, and spend the afternoon wandering the adjacent botanical gardens.

Best time: noneAbout 240 min

Timeline

  1. 12:00

    Lawrence Wilson Art Gallery

    Visit the Lawrence Wilson Art Gallery. Arriving at opening time helps you beat the midday rush and enjoy the quiet atmosphere of Australia’s first purpose-built university art museum.

  2. 12:45

    The Tenth State

    Walk three minutes to The Tenth State for a coffee. It is a short stroll from the gallery, and the café is open until 13:00 on weekdays, making it perfect for a morning or early afternoon pick-me-up.

  3. 13:00

    Kings Park

    Head to Kings Park. The park is located just northeast of the gallery area. Spend the next hour or two walking along the ridge of Mount Moira, enjoying the lush gardens and the panoramic views of the Swan River and the city skyline.

  4. 15:00

    Botanical Café

    End your visit with lunch at the Botanical Café. Located within Kings Park, it is open until 18:00 on weekdays and 20:30 on weekends, giving you plenty of time to settle in and enjoy a meal after your walk.

Local tip

Kings Park is large, so wear comfortable shoes. The Botanical Café is a reliable spot for lunch if you do not want to leave the park grounds.

Check before you go

  • The Lawrence Wilson Art Gallery is open Tuesday to Saturday, 12:00 to 17:00.
  • The Tenth State is open Monday to Friday, 06:30 to 13:00.
  • The Botanical Café is open Sunday to Thursday, 07:00 to 18:00, and Friday to Saturday, 07:00 to 20:30.

Worth knowing

  • The Tenth State is open at 12:45 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr

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