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Icons of Influence Walking Trail, Perth City

Follow this trail to discover the history of Perth city through its iconic places of influence and the people behind the story.

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Urban Walk
Trail difficulty
Easy
  • Length 3.4km
  • Est. time 1-3 hours
  • Accessible trail
  • Circuit / loop
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When Septimus Roe, navel officer, surveyor and explorer, first laid out the City of Perth in 1829, he envisaged a powerful city at the centre of a strong economy. St Georges Terrace was the focus of this design, a broad avenue running parallel to the shores of the majestic Swan River. 

Today St Georges Terrace continues its role as the city's powerhouse. Follow this trail to discover the history of the city through its iconic places of influence. As you walk along, keep your eyes out for plaques placed in the pavement that recognise the many people who have influenced the growth of Perth and Western Australia.

Our friendly volunteer hosts also provide a guided tour of this tour along with heritage trails. For more information go to visitperth.com/getting-around/walking-tours.  

City of Perth

(08) 9461 3333

Western Australian (Perth City) Visitor Centre

(08) 9483 1111

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Here is everything you need to know before visiting this trail.

Time / Duration

Up to two hours

Length

3.4km loop

Trail Access

Drive or use public transport to Perth CBD. There are free CAT buses are available on the trail. Visit www.transperth.wa.gov.au.

Trail Start

Perth Town Hall, Cnr Barrack & Hay Streets, Perth

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Trail End

Trinity Church, 72 St Georges Terrace, Perth WA

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When to go

All year

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Hazards & Warnings

Abide road safety rules when crossing roads.

Facilities

  • Guide
  • Kiosk
  • Public Toilet
  • Visitor Information Centre
  • Car Park
  • Cafe
  • Shop
  • Public Telephone

Trail Accessibility

All buses that operate on the Transperth bus network are fully accessible. There are also free CAT buses covering all of the city.  To find out more click here.

Streets in the City of Perth incorporate kerb ramps, tactile indicators and in the central area, crossings have audible signals. 

Best parking for this tour are: Pier St Car Par, 87 Pier St and His Majesty's, 277 Murray St.

Accessible public toilets are located throughout the City: Citiplace Rest Centre (Perth Railway concourse) has supervised toilets; State Library; Art Gallery; EQ and Perth bus and train stations; Allendale Square; Barrack Square City of Perth Library. There are also very good parent's rooms at The State Buildings (Point Zero!) and Enex (Hay St Mall)


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  • All accessible toilet facilities
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Today Aug 09, 10:14pm

14°C

Feels like 14°C

Max 15°

Min 12°

Precipitation: 100%

Visibility: 10km

Wind: 6.08km/h W

8-day forecast

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