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Evening

Golden Light at Claisebrook Cove

Spend an hour wandering the striking architecture of Claisebrook Cove before the sun dips below the horizon, then settle in for dinner and a drink as the city lights come on.

Best time: sunsetAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 18:25

    Claisebrook Cove

    Walk the footbridge and wander the brightly coloured, modern architecture along the Swan River. The views of the city centre from above are particularly stunning as the day winds down.

  2. 19:25

    Claisebrook Cove

    Stay for the sunset. The sun sets toward the WSW, offering a final burst of golden light over the water and the city skyline.

  3. 19:40

    Han Palace

    Head to Han Palace for dinner. This Chinese restaurant is just a short walk from the cove and opens at 18:00, perfect for an evening meal.

  4. 20:40

    The Royal

    Finish the evening with a drink at The Royal. This pub is open daily from 11:30, making it a reliable spot for a nightcap after dinner.

Local tip

The Royal is open every day from 11:30, so you can easily grab a drink after dinner. Han Palace opens at 18:00, so you have plenty of time to arrive after sunset.

Check before you go

  • Han Palace is open Mo-Th and Sa-Su from 18:00-22:00. On Friday, it is only open 12:00-15:00 and 18:00-22:00.
  • The Royal is open daily from 11:30+, except closed on Dec 25 and 26.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Perth (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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