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Heirisson Island

📍 Swan River, beside the Causeway Bridge, between East Perth and Victoria Park
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Quick Facts

Location
Australia, Perth
Category
Park & Garden
Duration
About 1-2 hours
Address
Swan River, beside the Causeway Bridge, between East Perth and Victoria Park
Coordinates
-31.9665, 115.8765

Introduction

Heirisson Island floats in the middle of the Swan River between East Perth and Victoria Park, a small wetland reserve close to the city. A fenced wildlife sanctuary in the western part of the island is home to a small group of western grey kangaroos, which often come to graze near the shore at dusk — a rare chance to see wild kangaroos without leaving the city. The island is covered with native grasses, reeds and trees, and is reached on foot, by bike or by car via the Causeway Bridge.

✨ Highlights

1
City kangaroos
A fenced sanctuary holds a small group of western grey kangaroos.
2
Feeding at dusk
Kangaroos often graze near the shore at sunset — the best time to see them.
3
Nature reserve
A small wetland refuge of native grasses, reeds and trees.
4
City skyline
Views over the Swan River and Perth's skyline.
5
Free and easy
No ticket or booking needed; walk over the bridge to visit.

🛈 Practical Info

→Best time to visit：Seasons are opposite to the Northern Hemisphere; check local weather and events. For outdoor sites, mornings or late afternoons are often more pleasant.
→Transport：Australia is vast; most attractions suit self-driving or local day tours. For city sites, check public transport timetables in advance.
→Climate & dress：UV is strong; bring sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat, stay hydrated, and beware of insects. Inland areas may have large diurnal temperature swings.
→On site：Follow on-site signs, do not feed or disturb wildlife, protect nature and heritage, and stay on designated trails in national parks.
→Accessibility：Some natural attractions have uneven paths or steps and may challenge those with limited mobility; check accessibility services in advance.
→Opening Hours：Open 24 hours
→Transportation：Walk from the Perth CBD via the Causeway or the new Boorloo foot/cycle bridge, or take a bus

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
AdultFree

Free

💡 Tips

• Tickets, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Open 24 hours; admission: Free.
• Australia has strong sun; protect yourself with sunscreen, hydration and insect repellent, especially outdoors.
• Respect local culture, wildlife and natural park rules; never feed animals or leave designated trails.
• Plan alongside nearby sights, using self-driving or local day tours to link your route.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Heirisson Island?

Open 24 hours

How much is the admission for Heirisson Island?

Adult: Free; Free

Any practical tips for visiting Heirisson Island?

Tickets, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Open 24 hours; admission: Free. Australia has strong sun; protect yourself with sunscreen, hydration and insect repellent, especially outdoors.

How long should I spend at Heirisson Island?

A typical visit takes About 1-2 hours.

This entry is compiled from public Australian and international travel sources. Tickets, opening hours and transport may change; please confirm with official sources on site.