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Elizabeth Quay: From Vision to Reality

Elizabeth Quay: From Vision to Reality

How Perth's waterfront precinct has come to life

Everything Perth7 April 20261 min read

Reconnecting Perth to Its River

For over a century, a busy road and railway line separated Perth's CBD from the Swan River. Elizabeth Quay changed that. The $2.6 billion waterfront development created a new inlet, public spaces, and a precinct that has fundamentally changed how Perth interacts with its river.

Love it or hate the politics behind it, there's no denying the result: Perth finally has a waterfront worth visiting.

Elizabeth Quay waterfront at dusk with lights reflecting on the water

What to Do

Dining and Drinks

  • The Reveley — Three-level bar and restaurant right on the water. Rooftop cocktails with river views are hard to beat.
  • The Island Brew House — Craft brewery with an outdoor beer garden and casual food menu.
  • V Burger Bar — Award-winning burgers for when you want something quick and delicious.

Public Art and Spaces

The quay features several significant public artworks, including the Spanda sculpture — a 29-metre stainless steel ring that has become an icon of the Perth skyline. The BHP Billiton Water Park is a hit with kids on hot days, with choreographed water jets set to music.

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Cullinan. Effortless, everywhere.

From a black-tie evening in the city to a track of red dirt up north, Cullinan takes it all in serene comfort. The Rolls-Royce of SUVs, raised above the ordinary.

Elizabeth Quay Ferry

Catch the ferry from here to South Perth Zoo. It's a short, scenic ride across the river and one of the most enjoyable ways to travel in Perth.

The Spanda sculpture at Elizabeth Quay with the Perth skyline behind

Events and Markets

Elizabeth Quay regularly hosts markets, live music, and cultural events. The Twilight Hawkers Market is a highlight — dozens of food trucks and stalls set up on Friday evenings during summer, creating a vibrant outdoor dining experience.

Getting There

Elizabeth Quay has its own train station on the Joondalup and Mandurah lines, making it one of the most accessible spots in the city. The free CAT buses also service the area. For drivers, there's paid parking underneath the quay.

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Aaron Sandilands stood at 211cm tall — one of the tallest players ever to play AFL — and dominated the ruck for Fremantle for over a decade.

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The first time I saw him, he was barefoot on the Esplanade with a cracked surfboard and a secret I'd spend the rest of Year 12 trying to unravel.

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four6mo

Did you know? Kevin Parker has performed at riverside and waterfront venues around Perth, taking advantage of the city's relationship with the water.

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Elizabeth Quay has really come into its own. The transformation has been amazing to see.

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