Explore Scarborough Beach

Scarborough Beach is where bold coastal beauty, vibrant events, buzzing cafés, restaurants and bars and an iconic shoreline combine to create one unforgettable destination – Perth’s ultimate beachside entertainment precinct.

Catch the energy of the esplanade, explore local hotspots, soak up the pristine coastline or settle in for a spectacular sunset. From family fun to epic nights out, this is where lifestyles are amplified and life is lived louder.

Top things to do in Scarborough

A family watching the sunset on Sunset Hill

A mother and daughter on the Scarborough Beach Play Trail

Food trucks along the Scarborough Foreshore

Watch an iconic Western Australian sunset

Scarborough Beach is the perfect place to experience an iconic Western Australian sunset. From the elevated views of Sunset Hill to the soft white sands below, watch the sky come alive in colour as the sun dips over the Indian Ocean.

Explore the Esplanade Precinct

Take a walk through Scarborough’s vibrant foreshore. Start at the Whale Playground, wander along the Public Art Trail, and cool off with a swim at Scarborough Beach Pool.

Follow the Scarborough Beach Play Trail

Designed for easy, family-friendly adventures, the play trail connects locations across the Scarborough precinct with fun, interactive challenges along the way. Download the app and explore at your own pace.

Visit the Scarborough Sunset Markets

Follow the crowds to the Scarborough Sunset Markets for street food, live music and a lively coastal atmosphere as the sun drops over the ocean.

Move, relax or reset

Start your morning with beachside yoga, unwind in a sauna, or join a Pilates session. From Alchemy Saunas to open-air fitness, Scarborough makes it easy to balance energy and downtime.

Eat and drink by the ocean

From relaxed bites to something a little more refined, there’s no shortage of places to settle in. Enjoy Australian wines at Brighton Wine Bar, grab casual bites at The Lookout, or go classic with fish and chips on Sunset Hill. Discover more local favourites here.

Learn to surf

Catch your first wave or refine your skills with a local surf school. Book a lesson with Go Surf Perth or Scarborough Beach Surf School and experience Scarborough from the water.

Spotlight on Scarborough: Scarborough Beach Play Trail

This month’s spotlight is the Scarborough Beach Play Trail. Designed to spark imagination and outdoor adventure, the trail features a series of playful, nature-inspired installations dotted along Scarborough Beach. It encourages families to explore, climb, balance and discover at their own pace while enjoying the coastal setting. Perfect for all ages, it’s a fun and active way to experience one of Perth’s most iconic beach destinations.

Check out the Play Trail here