Cottesloe Beach - Scarborough, Western Australia - WA

Imagine a seemingly endless stretch of pristine white sand, crystal clear waters, bronzed bodies and trendy beach-front pubs and cafes.

Cottesloe Beach, one of Perth's most popular beaches, combines these ingredients to offer a memorable beach experience.

Only a 15 minute drive from Perth City and offering free parking and easy access to public transport, Cottesloe Beach is a bustling and easily accessible beach that attracts thousands of swimmers, bodyboarders and surfers in the summer months.

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Enjoy spectacular views across the Indian Ocean and see if you can spot Rottnest Island in the distance.

Take a dip and jump off the popular Cottesloe Bell into the cool blue water. 

The beach is also the perfect spot for snorkelling and watching the bronzed Surf Life Savers on patrol.

Take a stroll along the beachfront walking and cycling track, which stretches right down to Fremantle and up to Swanbourne Beach.

Cottesloe Beach, or "Cott" as the locals call it, is one Perth destination not to be missed!