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6 Ways to Spend a Rainy Day in Perth That Aren’t Just Binging Netflix
Next time the weather turns, don't hit snooze — the city is waiting for you.
When grey skies roll in and the rain starts to fall, it’s tempting to default to a day of binge watching your favourite show and ordering Uber Eats. But Perth has a knack for transforming even the dreariest weather into something worth leaving the house for. From cosy lunch spots to creative escapes, there’s no shortage of ways to spend a rainy day in Perth.
So throw on your coat (umbrella optional), and try one of these stylish, soul-soothing ways to enjoy a wet weather day in Perth.
Treat Yourself to a Bathhouse Experience
When a gloomy day calls, self-care answers. Perth’s bathhouse scene is having a moment, offering up some relaxing havens to sweat, dip and soak your way through a rainy day.
Ember Bath House might just be the most magical in all of Perth, filled with textural pieces and dimly lit interiors that instantly put you at ease. Here, you’ll be able to experience not only contrast therapy between a sauna and ice bath, but also a steam room and a hot mineral bath, capped off with hot tea and chocolate in the lush tea lounge. Pair with a massage and prepare to drift out.
4 Donovan Street, Osborne Park
Get Creative at a Hands-On Workshop
There’s something innately soothing about making something with your hands, and Perth is dotted with inspiring creative studios where you can craft, paint, shape, and explore without pressure.
Whether it’s wheel-throwing at a ceramics studio or decorating a phone case with pastel whipped clay, Perth has a growing list of workshops designed to spark joy and mindfulness. Try The Crafter Studio for Decoden art and mosaic-making, or The Painted Teapot in Subiaco if you fancy whiling away a few hours painting ceramics. You’ll leave not only with a new skill, but a beautiful piece to take home.
Wander a Gallery or Museum
If there’s ever a time to indulge your cultural side, it’s a rainy day. And luckily, Perth’s art and museum scene offers plenty of dry, design-forward spaces. The Art Gallery of WA is home to a rich collection of contemporary Australian art, with exhibitions regularly spotlighting First Nations artists and boundary-pushing local talent. It’s free to enter and an easy way to lose a couple of hours while the rain subsides.
Just across the cultural precinct, WA Museum Boola Bardip is an immersive, architecturally stunning space where science, history, and storytelling come together. From dinosaur skeletons to interactive installations, there’s something for every kind of curious mind.
Go Plant Shopping in a Dreamy Indoor Jungle
Sometimes, the best cure for grey skies is greenery. Head to Little Leaf Co in Myaree, a lush and stylish space filled with sculptural fauna, handmade ceramics, and plenty of unique and rare plant varieties. Their range of low-maintenance greenery is perfect for beginners, while seasoned plant parents will love the variety and styling.
Bar Botanik in North Perth is another viable option. Part plant shop, part cafe, and part community hub, it’s the perfect place to grab a coffee, browse a curated edit of planters and foliage, and leave feeling a little lighter…and with your arms full.
Enjoy a Long Lunch Somewhere Cosy
A long, wine-fuelled indoor lunch is exactly what wild weather calls for. Our pick of the litter? Vin Populi, which pairs modern Italian comfort food with a vibrant yet cosy setting — perfect for lingering over plates of burrata and prosciutto with a glass of red. For something intimate-yet-decadent, Vincent Wine is your answer, with plush booths, soft lighting, and share plates that’ll have you savouring every single bite. It’s a little bit indulgent, and thoroughly deserved.
Go Bowling over Cocktails
Don’t want to let a little rain cancel your plans with your friends? The Lookout in Scarborough is the perfect spot to pivot to, allowing you to exercise your competitive side with a drink in hand. This beloved beachside pub is also home to a bowling alley, vibrant arcade games and a cocktail list that leans fun and fruity. Whether you’re knocking down pins with friends or sipping a spicy marg between rounds, the vibes are always high.
Sitchu tip: the ocean views through the rain-streaked windows make for a moody, cosy backdrop.
Challenge Your Pals to a Round of Mini Golf
Grab your clubs and make your way around everyone’s favourite putt-putt and games bar, Holey Moley. Practice your aim and putting technique as you complete the 18-hole, Happy Gilmore-approved mini-golf course.
Keep hydrated with Holey Moley’s array of colourful cocktails and putt your way through the nostalgic-themed holes – think The Simpsons, Harry Potter and Art Attack – which are sure to bring out the big kid in you.
Mutliple locations across WA, find your closest venue here.
So next time the weather turns, don’t hit snooze — Perth’s rainy-day charm is just waiting to be uncovered. Feel like treating yourself to a cafe date? Our city is bustling with new gems begging to be added to your hit list. If you’re done exploring and feel like kicking back, we’ve rounded up the best shows to binge right now.
