Things to Do in Gingin
7 activities and experiences for backpackers.
Day trip to Lancelin — 50 km west for massive sand dunes, world-class windsurfing, snorkelling, diving, and white sandy beaches
Day trip to Lancelin — 50 km west for massive sand dunes (sandboarding!), world-class windsurfing, snorkelling, diving, and white sandy beaches
Gingin Brook walk — follow the lazy, tree-lined brook through the heart of town
Gingin Brook walk — follow the lazy, tree-lined brook through the heart of town (free)
Granville Park — picnic by the iconic water wheel on the banks of Gingin Brook, surrounded by shady trees. A quintessential country-town scene
Granville Park — picnic by the iconic water wheel on the banks of Gingin Brook, surrounded by shady trees. A quintessential country-town scene (free)
Gravity Discovery Centre and Observatory — world-class science education facility with hands-on exhibits, a 45-metre leaning tower for free-fall experiments, and public stargazing nights at the observatory. One of the quirkiest and most rewarding attractions near Perth
Gravity Discovery Centre and Observatory — world-class science education facility with hands-on exhibits, a 45-metre leaning tower for free-fall experiments, and public stargazing nights at the observatory. One of the quirkiest and most rewarding attractions near Perth (~$15 AUD entry)
Heritage walk — stroll past Jones' Shop, St Luke's Anglican Church, the Uniting Church, Gingin Post Office, and Philbey's Cottage — all dating from the colonial era
Heritage walk — stroll past Jones' Shop, St Luke's Anglican Church, the Uniting Church, Gingin Post Office, and Philbey's Cottage — all dating from the colonial era (free)
Stargazing at the Observatory — public viewing nights through powerful telescopes. Check the Gravity Discovery Centre website for session dates
Stargazing at the Observatory — public viewing nights through powerful telescopes. Check the Gravity Discovery Centre website for session dates
Vineyard and olive grove visits — the surrounding countryside has a growing wine and olive oil scene with cellar-door tastings
Vineyard and olive grove visits — the surrounding countryside has a growing wine and olive oil scene with cellar-door tastings