Northbridge
A world of experience on the doorstep of the central city, Northbridge offers a kaleidoscope of attractions and activities around the clock.
From cultural to gastronomic, entertainment to alternative, the enticements of Northbridge appeal to every sense.
Only five minutes walk from the CBD with plentiful parking, frequent public transport and taxi services, Northbridge provides a true inner-city ambience for locals and visitors to immerse themselves in.
Come and take part in the Northbridge Experience:
Northbridge dining
With scores of restaurants in Northbridge offering every type of cuisine you could desire, this is the place to eat your fill at any time of the day. Affordable dishes on offer throughout the precinct make it a popular destination for hungry students and backpackers.
The long Perth summer is perfect for al fresco dining, the best way to experience the Mediterranean dishes found through Northbridge. Thai, Indian, Creole, Japanese and Egyptian are just some of the other tastes to explore, with seafood a feature on many menus. Yum Cha at one of the area’s many Chinese restaurants is a delightful experience for families and groups of friends, on offer every weekend. Finish off your meal with an excellent coffee, a wicked dessert, or a freshly prepared gelato.
Northbrige arts and culture
Contemporary galleries, familiar public art and the variety of exhibitions at the Art Gallery of Western Australia, create a palette of inviting artistic offers in Northbridge.
The theatres here are in the edgy and energetic mode, in quirky buildings that throb with energy. Enjoy fast paced seasons and affordable ticket prices at the Blue Room Theatre and Rechabite’s Hall or check out the diverse movies at Cinema Paradiso and R-Max.
If the secrets of our natural and social history enthral you, the Western Australian Museum offers extensive collections that help visitors understand more about the world around them, including a “hands on” Discovery Centre.
Northbridge learning
Expand your knowledge in Northbridge, by learning how to make a professional espresso at European Foods, or identify beers by taste at the Brass Monkey. Visit one of the number of traditional Chinese herbalists to find out which remedies to take for good health, or master Australia’s most famous musical instrument at Didges-we-doo.
Take time out to research your pet subject at the State Library of Western Australia or for more formal training, enrol in one of the accredited courses at Central TAFE.
Northbridge community
Community life has always been central to the Northbridge experience. Successive waves of migrants banded together to keep their traditions alive and the sense of community that remains is tangible. Today, Northbridge is the chosen site for many different groups to celebrate their culture, religion and lifestyle, from the Vietnamese Lunar New Year to the Greek Glendi and the gay and lesbian community’s Pride parade. Northbridge’s religious diversity is demonstrated through the stately Perth Mosque, the Greek Orthodox Church, Vietnamese Buddhist Temple, Catholic and Lutheran Churches, which all contribute to the strong sense of community.
The popular street party on New Year’s Eve and the summer series of multicultural parklife concerts in Russell Square open up Northbridge’s community to all visitors.
Northbridge nightlife
Northbridge is the nightlife mecca for Perth, with every type of venue from traditional Irish pubs and Aussie drinking holes to cosy wine bars and clubs where you can dance the new day in. Weekend nights see the streets packed with groups travelling from one hip spot to the next, accompanied by the lively sounds of street performers.
Northbridge fresh produce
Sacks of spices, succulent barbequed duck, fresh seafood, wheels of cheese, buckets of fresh fruit, prime cuts of meat and heavenly pastries are just some of the culinary temptations of Northbridge. Is your mouth watering yet? Old-fashioned charm and service is a feature of many traditional fresh food outlets.
Northbridge specialty shopping
The specialty retailers in Northbridge provide a selection of unique, quality wares, Italian tailored suits and shoes, retro clothing, punk gear, handcrafted evening bags, arty sheet sets, antiques and specialist sporting equipment can all be found in the area. The many convenient car parks, bus and train routes help you easily transport your purchases home.