Scarborough Beach | Destination Perth

Just 20 minutes from Perth City, Scarborough Beach offers one of Perth's most popular beaches.

Located within the City of Stirling, with excellent public transport links, there is no excuse not to visit. Once you're done surfing, sunbathing and swimming spend a relaxing hour or two at one of the many cafés or bars overlooking the ocean. Or you can stay overnight, at one of the many accommodation options.

Scarborough Beach is currently going through a massive face-lift with a $30 million revitalisation of the area to create a vibrant hub of activity. During summer enjoy live entertainment at the only amphitheatre on the beach in WA.

Neighbouring Trigg Beach is home to Perth's most consistent surf break, with local spots like Watermans Bay, Mettams Pool and Trigg Point also renowned for their surf. You can also play a round of golf at nearby, Joondalup Resort and explore many nature reserves and parks.

Eat, Play and Stay at Scarborough Beach

Eat, play and stay in Perth's premier beachside destination Scarborough Beach, home to world class facilities including Perth's only beachside pool, perfectly heated year round as well as bars, restaurants, cafes and shops. Plus FRINGE WORLD returns with Sunset Veranda this January!

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Indian Ocean Hotel

Sunsets on the Sunset Coast are something to behold with fiery orange and gold skies touching down in the blue Indian Ocean.

Quest Innaloo Apartment Hotel

A unique 80 serviced apartment style hotel rooms, comprising of 40 studio and 40 one bedroom apartments.

Dunes Scarborough

Dunes Scarborough Beach consists of three, two bedroom fully self-contained serviced apartments and has been rated 4-star.

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Perth Day Tours & Perth Wine Tours with guaranteed small groups (max. 10 guests) for a premium tour experience.

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Yanchep

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Scarborough

Scarborough, within the City of Stirling, is a popular beach with locals and an ideal location to stay. It boats a fantastic swimming and surfing beach, entertainment and dining.

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