Aah, Nedlands, my favourite place in Perth where I can simply relax and forget my responsibilities, even just for a day. Its sprawling parks and historical buildings offer a kind of vibe other cities just can’t quite match. 

I’ll share some of the best things you can do during your stay in this unique city. 

Activities to Try Out in Nedlands, Perth 

Here are some activities I recommend you try out while in Nedlands:

• Enjoy a morning coffee in the quiet backdrop of Karrakatta Cemetery
• Check out the stunning artworks in the Lawrence Wilson Art Gallery
• Take the kids to a fun and exciting day at the Jo Wheatley All Abilities Play Space
• Compete in a friendly match of beach volleyball in Sand Sports Australia
• Pay respects to the martyrs of war at the Perth War Cemetery and Annex
• Come see the latest blockbuster and arthouse films at the Windsor Cinema – Luna Palace Cinemas

Enjoy a morning coffee in the quiet backdrop of Karrakatta Cemetery 

Address: Railway Rd, Karrakatta WA 6010, Australia

Opening hours: 5:00 AM – 6:00 PM (MON-SUN) 

Start your day with a warm cup of joe and a calming walk in Karrakatta Cemetery. The cemetery has a few cafes close by where you can pick up your daily caffeine to go. 

Opened in 1899, this cemetery is one of the oldest cemeteries in Perth. 

Explore a bit of Perth’s history as you stroll along the graves of some of the city’s prominent individuals. Karrakatta Cemetery is the final resting place of many writers, historians, and other famous personalities of the city. 

The cemetery exudes an atmosphere of grace and tranquillity thanks to its impressive cypress trees. These trees offer good shade for visitors of the deceased. 

Check out the stunning artworks in the Lawrence Wilson Art Gallery 

Address: 35 Stirling Hwy, Crawley WA 6009, Australia 

Opening hours: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM (TUES-SAT) 

The Lawrence Wilson Art Gallery is in the University of Western Australia and is host to a large collection of artworks and sculptures. 

This art gallery was established to showcase the impressive collection of artworks the university has gathered for more than 90 years. 

The collection features artworks made by Australian artists. It also features arts and artefacts from Aboriginal, Papua New Guinean, and Asian cultures. 

Aside from its own art collection, the Lawrence Wilson Art Gallery also features some prominent artworks from The Berndt Museum of Anthropology Collection and The Cruthers Collection of Women’s Art. 

The art gallery also sometimes invites famous artists to discuss their craft. George Haynes was actually holding a talk in the art gallery during my last visit there. 

Entrance is free, and everyone is encouraged by the University of Western Australia to come and visit their collections.

Take the kids to a fun and exciting day at the Jo Wheatley All Abilities Play Space 

Address: Esplanade, Dalkeith WA 6009, Australia 

Opening hours: 7:00 AM – 8:30 PM (MON-SUN) 

Jo Wheatley All Abilities Play Space is one of Nedlands’ most popular spots to visit for families. Its wide play area and exciting play equipment make it a hit, especially with the younger crowd. 

Its main attraction is its huge playground which is host to different kinds of play equipment. Some of those pieces of equipment are not commonly found in other playgrounds.

Kids will be able to enjoy the play space’s sensory garden, climbing obstacles, slides, and more. 

Adult companions can relax in the picnic area of the play space. The entire play space is covered with trees, which means the entire area is shaded. 

The entire park is wheelchair-accessible, and all of its equipment can be used by children with disabilities. 

Entrance is free, and the park is open to visitors every day from seven in the morning until eight in the evening. However, the play space closes earlier during the winter season with the park being open only until seven in the evening. 

Compete in a friendly match of beach volleyball in Sand Sports Australia

Address: 34 Verdun St, Nedlands WA 6009, Australia 

Opening hours: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM (MON-SUN) 

Fancy a game of beach volleyball? How about trying out a game of netball? 

Then come down to Nedlands’ popular sports venue, Sand Sports Australia! It’s host to the largest beach volleyball competitions in Western Australia. 

It also has many cafes and restaurants nearby, so players and visitors can have a great meal after a game. 

Netball is a great game to try out, especially if you haven’t tried any beach games yet. It costs $30 per hour to rent a court, so make sure to bring a big group of friends to make the most of the money spent. 

Pay respects to the martyrs of war at the Perth War Cemetery and Annex

Address: Smyth Rd, Nedlands, Western Australia, 6009 Australia 

Opening hours: 5:00 AM – 6:00 PM (MON-SUN) 

Take a stroll at the Perth War Cemetery and Annex, and pay respects to the soldiers who gave their lives for Australia and its citizens.

The cemetery is located right beside the Karrakatta Cemetery. This cemetery was built back in 1942 by the Australian Army for soldiers who succumbed to their wounds in the nearby Hollywood Military Hospital. 

Some of the servicemen buried there are Australia’s most famous soldiers. One of those is Squadron Leader Keith W. Truscott, a famed World War II ace pilot who participated in the defence of the United Kingdom during the Blitz. 

There are other notable servicemen in the cemetery who each have their own stories of valour and bravery. 

I hope that your visit to the Perth War Cemetery and Annex will be a memorable one as you learn more about the stories of each of these soldiers. 

Come see the latest blockbuster and arthouse films at the Windsor Cinema – Luna Palace Cinemas 

Address: 98 Stirling Hwy, Nedlands WA 6009, Australia 

Opening hours: See website for showtime schedules 

Conclude your visit to Nedlands by checking out the latest films at the Windsor Cinema. Located beside the Stirling Highway, this cinema is one of the most popular places to visit in the city.

A unique thing about Windsor Cinema is that it doesn’t limit its viewers to blockbuster films. I’m always in for a surprise whenever I visit this cinema because they feature films I haven’t heard about. 

The mix of blockbuster and arthouse films makes Windsor Cinema attractive to both cinephiles and mainstream audiences. The beautiful art deco architecture also makes it a popular cinema for hosting film festivals like the French Film Festival. 

The interior of the cinema is also largely untouched and most of its amenities are older compared to newer cinemas. The amenities are maintained regularly, but the cinema doesn’t have the latest comforts introduced by newer cinemas in the city. 

Despite this, most viewers are still happy to enjoy their films at the Windsor Cinema simply because of the atmosphere it provides to its guests.