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Perth Explorer: routes, stops and tickets
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We list one Perth Explorer ticket option in Perth, from 2 hr. Perth Explorer is a local open-top double-decker service running one loop through the city centre, Northbridge, Optus Stadium and Kings Park, with tickets sold directly and through resellers. This guide covers the route, its 15 distinct stops, when to ride and who it suits, then lines up the tickets.
- Routes1
- Stops15
- Full loop2H 00M
- Ticket1
Route and stops
- Perth & Kings Park City Tour
A single loop that starts at the Elizabeth Quay waterfront, passes through Hay Street and the Perth Mint, swings out to Optus Stadium and Crown Perth, then climbs into Kings Park for river and city views before returning to the central streets.
Perth & Kings Park City Tour
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What riders say
Across these tickets travellers rate Perth Explorer 4.2 out of 5 from 510 reviews.
The commentary was not always in sync with where the bus was and sometimes failed to mention to look to the left or right. The King's Park is absolutely wonderful. It's a shame some historic buildings are overshadowed by skyscrapers. As a Brit London Court was delightful as a street from Tudor times.
This is a great way to look around Perth if you have limited time. The information given via headphones is really good. The staff are very friendly and helpful.
Just to spend a few hours in Perth,this is the right one.the meeting point of the tour where it starts,is very scenic with bell tower and lot of restaurants
Best time to ride
Spring and autumn give mild weather and, in spring, wildflowers in Kings Park. Summer afternoons can be very hot, so ride in the morning and keep the open top shaded.
Who it suits
- Families
- A children's commentary channel and a single easy loop make it workable, but an hourly bus means planning stops around the next departure.
- Couples
- The Kings Park stops give river and skyline views and make a natural place to hop off for a walk.
- Seniors
- A seated circuit with few transfers works well; Kings Park has paths of varying steepness, so pick the stops nearest the lookouts.
- First-time visitors
- A useful overview of how the city centre, the river and Kings Park fit together before deciding where to spend time.
Tips before you go
- Buses run roughly hourly, so check the return time at your stop before wandering off.
- Stop names are published mostly as street addresses; match them to the printed map when boarding.
- Kings Park has several stops, so choose the one closest to the area you want to walk.
- Commentary comes through headsets and includes a children's channel in English.
Good to know
- Commentary languages listed by the operator: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Malay, Indonesian, Mandarin, Japanese, Korean, Hindi.
- Buses: about every hour.
Sights along the way
Elizabeth Quay, Kings Park and Botanic Garden, Optus Stadium, Crown Perth, The Perth Mint, Perth Bell Tower, Northbridge, Art Gallery of Western Australia, Swan River.
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Questions about Perth Explorer
How long does the Perth Explorer loop take?
Resellers describe the full circuit as roughly two hours without getting off.
How often do the buses run?
Listings describe about one bus per hour, so plan your hop-offs around the next departure.
Does the bus go into Kings Park?
Yes. Listings show several Kings Park stops, including Wadjuk Way, Roe Gardens Car Park and the Blue Boat House stop.
Where does the tour start?
Listings name Barrack St Jetty at Elizabeth Quay as the main meeting point, though you can board at other stops.
Which languages are available?
Listings state commentary in 11 languages plus a children's channel in English.
How many Perth Explorer ticket options are there in Perth?
We list 1 Perth Explorer ticket option in Perth, lasting 2 hr, rated 4.2 out of 5 across 510 traveller reviews.
Route and stop details checked 2026-10-15, from the operator's own pages where they could be read and from independent guides where they could not; where sources differ, the list may be incomplete. Routes and times change with the season, so confirm on the ticket page before you travel.