Cottesloe Beach
Cottesloe Beach
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- stevebintleyBedford, United Kingdom8,886 contributionsWonderful beachIncredible beach! It might not be overly large but with such perfect sand and crisp clear water it the perfect picturesque spot. Walking out along the rock jetty gives lovely views back towards the coast and there’s plenty of spaces to sit along the edge if you don’t want to actually go on the sand. It was a shame all the facilities inside the pavilion building were shut when I visited but there’s a good number of toilets and showers freely available to use. Free parking available too mean I’d happily return here time and time again!Visited December 2023Travelled with familyWritten January 2, 2024
- Geoffrey ELondon, United Kingdom638 contributionsMarvellous beach, all the amenities you need close by.At the Cottesloe town end a terrific white sandy beach sheltered by a small man made headland. Safe swimming observed by lifeguards and all the right amenities close by, hotels, fish and chips, excellent ice cream, showers by the beach to wash off. There is a beautiful long white sandy beach heading away from Cott, quite lovely. Oh 102 bus to Cottesloe station every 30 minutes.Visited February 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten February 18, 2024
- Jeffry bEssendon, Australia13,639 contributionsPerth's favorite surf beachThis is the best-known surf beach in Perth. Young people like to hang out here. The sand is fine and gold; the waves are regular and moderate. Cottesloe has been Perth's favorite beach for years. North Cottesloe Beach, universally known as "North Cott," is a fashionable beach, which is favorable for its bikini girls, most of whom are young. Cottesloe is popular with families who live in Perth's suburbs.Visited December 2023Travelled with familyWritten March 3, 2024
- Bevvers67Worcestershire, United Kingdom397 contributionsThank you Tim Minchin.The beach is beautiful & despite it not being the hottest day (end of October) it was a lovely place for a stroll & an ice lolly. As a Brit, I'd never seen shark nets at the beach before, it's kind of scary but also reassuring too (don't the jellies get through the gaps though??) It was quite busy despite the rather cool breeze, & sitting under the trees people watching was just glorious. Anyway, the main reason we ventured to Cottesloe Beach is because it's mentioned in the Tim Minchin song 'Carry You'. The song is one I've listened to many times as it reminds me of my brother Jason who never made it to Australia, so my visit was, in part, for him too. Yay bro, I finally made it for both of us <3Visited October 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten March 20, 2024
- Rochelle FRandolph, New Jersey1,144 contributionsA nice beach but the water was coldWhile staying in Perth, we took the train to Cottesloe Beach. There was the Sculpture Trail of 70+ sculptures all around the beach and the area. We did take bathing suits to swim - there were lots of folks in the water but for us it was just too cold and windy. The Sculpture exhibits were a lot of fun to see and we walked around and then watched the sunset which was lovely.Visited March 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten April 6, 2024
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Chrissybubs
Maidstone, UK264 contributions
Mar 2020
Cottesloe is well worth a visit. Of course when one is in Perth, there are so many wonderful white sand beaches around every corner, that it is easy to get blase! But this offers a little more with the scupture park that has been created near and on the beach. It is for free but a contribution is requested but not obligatory. Some of the scuptures are breath taking and beautiful; others, like the enormous head of Homer Simpson sitting on the beach, not quite so ! But all are worth a trip to discuss which one you would like to stash in your suitcase and take home with you !!
Written March 31, 2020
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Rochelle F
Randolph, NJ1,144 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
While staying in Perth, we took the train to Cottesloe Beach. There was the Sculpture Trail of 70+ sculptures all around the beach and the area. We did take bathing suits to swim - there were lots of folks in the water but for us it was just too cold and windy. The Sculpture exhibits were a lot of fun to see and we walked around and then watched the sunset which was lovely.
Written April 6, 2024
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LarsieB
Denver, Colorado, USA2,089 contributions
Jan 2023
Nothing much to say other than a wonderful beach and area. I love Cottesloe Beach and all the surrounding area!! Love the fact that there are many places, to eat, toilets and showers to use after swimming, as well as lawned areas if you want to picnic too. The water is always so beautiful to swim in at Cottesloe Beach, love it!! The only downside can be parking as it gets really busy, particularly on weekends, other than that I highly recommend Cottesloe Beach! (BTW my photos don't do it justice).
Written April 3, 2023
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Cottcocalhuman
2 contributions
Dec 2020 • Friends
Christmas Eve was an absolute disgrace. Playing average music to a crowd that clearly left because of the lack of ambience especially after multiple complaints about the lack of Christmas spirit, truly shows lack of customer engagement. A disappointing evening for many local repeat customers. Read. The. Room. P.S. no one is dancing.
Written December 24, 2020
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gfsc5
Perth, Australia1,790 contributions
Mar 2021
This is a very nice beach with clear water, a protective groyne at one end, a secured area in the water (well patronised), clean sand, trees and shade.
Downside is the lack of public toilets other than a row of portaloos and an ugly carpark in a pristine part of the area. Some of the dune management, including pathways down to the beach, didn't look to be the best.
Worth a visit though if you're into swimming.
Downside is the lack of public toilets other than a row of portaloos and an ugly carpark in a pristine part of the area. Some of the dune management, including pathways down to the beach, didn't look to be the best.
Worth a visit though if you're into swimming.
Written March 9, 2021
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Nigel G
Singapore, Singapore8,666 contributions
Mar 2020 • Solo
Excellent beach made all the better by the sculptures exhibition which commenced recently. Great expanse of white / yellow sandy beach - breezy from the sea and very embracing. Nice selection of eateries on the main road. Shark nets on the beach to improve safety. Nice bird spotting. Just the place for a picnic Great all year!
Written March 7, 2020
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Douglas R
Tenterden, UK879 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
Gorgeous white sandy beach provides good swimming and a little surfing. Good public changing rooms. It was Sculpure Exhibition time in early March so some great interesting exhibits.
For a good lunch go to The Canteen Pizza on Marine Parade....wonderful service and drinks served by a great crew!
For a good lunch go to The Canteen Pizza on Marine Parade....wonderful service and drinks served by a great crew!
Written April 13, 2020
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Bevvers67
Worcestershire, UK397 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
The beach is beautiful & despite it not being the hottest day (end of October) it was a lovely place for a stroll & an ice lolly. As a Brit, I'd never seen shark nets at the beach before, it's kind of scary but also reassuring too (don't the jellies get through the gaps though??) It was quite busy despite the rather cool breeze, & sitting under the trees people watching was just glorious.
Anyway, the main reason we ventured to Cottesloe Beach is because it's mentioned in the Tim Minchin song 'Carry You'. The song is one I've listened to many times as it reminds me of my brother Jason who never made it to Australia, so my visit was, in part, for him too. Yay bro, I finally made it for both of us <3
Anyway, the main reason we ventured to Cottesloe Beach is because it's mentioned in the Tim Minchin song 'Carry You'. The song is one I've listened to many times as it reminds me of my brother Jason who never made it to Australia, so my visit was, in part, for him too. Yay bro, I finally made it for both of us <3
Written March 20, 2024
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia13,639 contributions
Jul 2021
Cottesloe Beach, known as Cott, is divided into two sections - "Cott" and "North Cott." Locals tend to prefer North Cott and some would say that the bikini girls are prettier. Either way, the sand is white and the water is clean. Cott is the gathering place for Perth's golden girls and golden boys. By the way, don't swim in the afternoon after the sea breese comes in, the surf can become treacherous.
Written September 21, 2021
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Joe B
8 contributions
Nov 2024 • Solo
I went to cottesloe beach to pay 1 miiiiiiillion dollars for chips, at Ol Bouy cafe and get attitude from robotic iphone gazing teenage staff. The beach is mostly flat. Everyone kept repeating the same thing. “West Oz has the best beaches in Australia/the world!” The British liked it, but what do they have over there to compare? Cockles and Muscles carving your feet down to the bone and grey dirty English style sand! Have you guys even been to the east coast lol. Sydneys crappiest beach has better waves on a calm day. Sydney is a hole but the beaches, omg the beaches make west oz look like, well you get the point. Im planning my escape from west oz and its sentimental, biased views and taking my butt as far away as i can manage on one paycheck. So long weirdos!!!
Written November 9, 2024
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Can we go there after sunset? Any activities?
Written April 22, 2018
There are no organised activities, just personal beach walking, night photography of the exhibitions if you are into it or eating dinner at a restaurant nearby
Written April 22, 2018
Hi, is there any deck chairs or sun umbrellas we can rent when we get to the beach?
Thanks
Written December 24, 2017
Sadly not for hire. If you go to the main Cottesloe beach there is plenty of shade on the terraces of lawn south of Indiana building.
Written December 25, 2017
Hey! Is Mosman Park too much of a walk from Cottesloe Beach?
I’m thinking of booking this Airbnb because it’s $50 cheaper than places in Cottesloe but I want to be close to the beach. Thoughts?
NB. I can't share the link here but search airbnb for "sunny apartment near river and sea"
Written April 17, 2017
It's around a mile from the Beach, so if you like Walking fine, otherwise if it was me I would choose a location by Cottesloe Beach which is superb
Written April 17, 2017
myatnoepipi
Yangon (Rangoon), Myanmar
Is the weather OK to visit in July to Perth? Thanks you
Written April 15, 2017
A Tripadvisor member
Perth, Australia
Best time of the year. Actually classed as Winter but trust me Perth in July is beautiful. Blue skies and 20 degrees what could be better.
Written April 15, 2017
Susanna C
Singapore, Singapore
Hi
How to go from Perth city to cottesloe beach?
Written December 25, 2016
Cottesloe Beach is easily accessible from Perth CBD.
102 route buses leave Elizabeth Quay bus station around every 30 minutes. The scenic route runs along Swan River foreshore, and delivers you direct to both North Cottesloe and Cottesloe main beach.
If you are happy walking, catch the Fremantle Line train. Cottesloe station is a 12 - 15 minute walk to the beach.
Written December 28, 2017
I was wondering if the sea weather temperature in March is ok to enjoy sea by small kids (~ 5 years).
Written November 27, 2016
Yes the water in generally warm enough in early March. Late March it’s getting colder but little kids never seem to mind. Just make sure you have a warm jumper to wrap them in when they come out
Written December 27, 2017
Hi! Is there are bathing areas near the beach?
Thanks!
Written November 4, 2016
Plenty of free parking, but usually most of the bays were already taken when we got to the beach; but you can always park a bit further up the road and walk to the beach.
Written November 5, 2016
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