Yallingup Aboriginal Art is a contemporary Aboriginal art gallery in the heart of Western Australia's Margaret River Region. Dedicated exclusively to authentic Aboriginal art, the gallery ethically represents established and emerging Aboriginal artists from across Australia, including local Noongar artists.
Visitors can discover an ever-evolving collection of original paintings, sculptures and handcrafted works, each sharing a unique story of Country, culture and connection. Representing artists from Western Australia, the Western Desert, Utopia, the APY Lands, Far North Queensland and beyond, the gallery celebrates the remarkable diversity of Aboriginal art and cultural traditions.
More than a gallery, Yallingup Aboriginal Art is a place to learn. Every artwork is accompanied by the story behind the artist and their connection to Country, offering visitors a deeper understanding of the world's oldest continuing living culture while supporting ethical and respectful relationships with Aboriginal artists and communities.
Smiths Beach near Yallingup on the south west coast is where the locals go for summer holidays.
Here, the swimming, fishing and surfing are top-class. Sheltered areas offer great conditions for family swimming, while further along, surf breaks are popular for boogie boarders and surfers. The wide expanse of white sand at Smiths Beach is perfect for beach combing and walking. Entire days can be spent relaxing in the sunshine, taking a refreshing dip in the sea, and unwinding from the pressures of every day.
Smiths Beach is also the ideal place to watch spectacular sunsets over the Indian Ocean.
There’s plenty of accommodation nearby ranging from camping to luxury homes to rent.
Smiths Beach is about a three-and-a-half-hour drive south of Perth.
Sheltered and pristine, Bunker Bay entices with pure white sand and gently lapping waves perfect for swimming, snorkelling and fishing.
Located within the famous Margaret River Wine Region, the bay is protected by the rocky outcrops of Cape Naturaliste and is one of the few north-facing beaches in Western Australia.
It is ideal for families wanting a relaxing day at the beach, as well as divers and snorkelers who enjoy amazing marine life just offshore.
The fishing is also good - throw in a line and you might snare a herring, whiting or skippy.
Nearby are world-class surf breaks, including The Farm, while just a short drive away you're surrounded by award-winning wineries, restaurants, craft stores and galleries.
You can drive to Bunker Bay in about three hours from Perth.
Sugarloaf Rock is a bird watcher's, whale watcher's and nature lover's paradise. Located in the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park, it is one of the most photographed seascapes in Western Australia. This impressive rock formation dominates the coastline near Cape Naturaliste.
The Cape to Cape walking trail passes by Sugarloaf Rock – journey along this track and you might see humpback and southern right whales wallowing, breaching or just cruising by on their migration off the coast between July to October.
You can see Sugarloaf Rock at the lookout via Sugarloaf Rock Road west of Dunsborough. Dunsborough is about a three hour drive south of Perth.
The beautiful granite outcrop that makes up Canal Rocks is part of the rugged Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park known for its excellent fishing and scenic bushwalking.
A series of rocks jut into the ocean creating a natural canal hollowed out by the force of the sea. For the best and safest view, there's a bridge built across the smallest canal.
The area is popular for fishing with salmon catches a big attraction around Easter time. There are some great bush walks in the area - the famous Cape to Cape walk passes by Canal Rocks with a route map from the car park to Wyadup. It's a two-hour round-trip hike and you'll be rewarded with stunning views over the Indian Ocean. You might even spot humpback or southern right whales migrating along the coast.
Canal Rocks is about a three-hour drive south of Perth.
Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse guided tours offer fascinating insight into the functions of a working lighthouse, the extraordinary maritime history of the Cape region and what life was like as a lightkeeper. An easy climb of just 59 steps, visitors to the tower balcony are rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of the Indian Ocean, Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park, and Geographe Bay.
Housed within one of the original lightkeepers' cottages, the Lightkeepers’ Museum is an immersive experience sharing the captivating stories of maritime history, shipwrecks, and the dedicated individuals who have protected the coastline since 1904. Historical artifacts and interactive technology bring to life the isolation and resilience of the lighthouse keepers and the remarkable engineering and enduring legacy of this historic lighthouse, which has guided maritime traffic for over 120 years.
The accessible observation platform at the lighthouse's base also offers sweeping ocean views and scenic photo opportunities. Between September and December whales are often seen from the tower and the observation platform as they migrate along the coastline.
Get away from the hustle of everyday and relax at Injidup Beach near Yallingup in the south west.
This relaxed beach has a summer holiday vibe and is the ideal spot for the family to go swimming.
It’s also popular for local surfers, while rocky outcrops create great conditions for snorkelling and diving.
Go fishing from the beach at dawn or dusk and you might reel in a catch of the Indian Ocean’s best.
Injidup Beach is a short drive from Yallingup.
From Perth, it’s about a 3.5 hour drive.
