Scarborough Beach is one of the best tourist beaches in Perth.

It is a lot more than just a beautiful blue water beach, with rock climbing, skate bowl, markets, food, events, bars, clubs, shops and family friendly spaces. Scarborough is a MUST for your Perth travels.

It is very similar to Cottesloe Beach, just more laid back, on the northern side of the coast.

It is one of the only places you can surf in Perth. Plus there is a pool next to the ocean, basketball courts and a big playground for the kids...

Heaps of places to grab food or a drink right by the sand! Check out sunset hill for a great sundowner.

Good to know:

• The Scarborough Sunset Markets are iconic, dates and schedule here

• The nearby Scarborough Hill is one of the best spots for sunsets in Perth

• Easy to combine with Trigg or City Beach if you're beach-hopping

• Can get packed on weekends, parking is a bit of a mission