Spring Adventures in Mandurah
A relaxed day of good food, beach time, creativity and local discoveries
Looking for an easy spring day trip from Perth that feels a little different? Skip the usual checklist and take the scenic route through Mandurah.
Start with a seriously good breakfast in Falcon, wander along the beach, get creative with clay, then head into town to explore Mandurah from the water – or on two wheels. When it’s time to slow down, there’s a new bathhouse to discover and a newly refreshed waterfront favourite waiting for dinner.
Here’s how we’d spend a spring day in Mandurah.
Start with breakfast at Fermentum & Co
Begin your day in Falcon at Fermentum & Co, a local favourite that’s well worth the short detour from the main Mandurah centre. The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, while its artisan bakery in Halls Head is another option if you’re looking for something to take away.
For breakfast, the Turkish eggs are a popular choice, served with Greek yoghurt, eggs, chilli, butter, smoked paprika, chives and housemade bread. If you’re more of a sweet-breakfast person, there’s plenty more to tempt you – including French toast, fruit loaf and freshly baked treats.
It’s the kind of place where you can take your time over coffee before starting the day properly.
Make a stop at Falcon Bay Beach
Once you’re caffeinated, make your way down to Falcon Bay Beach. This is one of those little stops that can easily turn into an hour if the weather is good.
Take a barefoot stroll along the sand, go for a swim if you’re feeling brave, or simply sit and watch the waves. If you’re travelling with kids, there’s a playground close by, making it an easy spot for families to stretch their legs.
And if one coffee wasn’t enough, there’s always Falcon Bay Beach Cafe just across the road. It’s something of a local institution, serving coffee, breakfast, lunch and all-day meals in a relaxed setting. The cafe is particularly handy for those moments when you think, “Actually, I could go for another coffee.”
Get creative with a little clay
Here’s one you might not have come across before.
Falcon is home to Shaka Pottery, a small family-run ceramics studio with a distinctly coastal feel. You can browse its handmade pottery online, but the fun really starts when you get your hands dirty.
Book into one of Shaka Pottery’s relaxed workshops and have a go at creating something yourself. It’s a lovely way to slow down for a couple of hours – and you get to take home something you’ve made rather than another souvenir picked up along the way.
Workshops are designed to be relaxed and beginner-friendly, so you don’t need to arrive with any pottery experience.
Get creative with Shaka Pottery
Head into town – and get on the water
From Falcon, make your way towards central Mandurah for the part of the day that really sets Mandurah apart: the water.
You could join a sightseeing or dolphin cruise and let someone else do the navigating, hire a kayak or SUP and explore at your own pace, or go one step further and hire your own boat.
For something a little more special, private charters are also available, including options for small groups.
The Mandurah waterways are particularly good for slowing down. Keep an eye out for dolphins, pelicans and birdlife as you cruise through the canals and estuary – and don’t be surprised if you find yourself staying out on the water longer than planned.
Explore boat tours, hire and cruises
Prefer to stay on dry land? Get on two wheels
Not everyone wants to spend the day on a boat, and that’s where The Bike Kiosk comes in.
Hire an e-bike or e-scooter and explore Mandurah on two wheels. There are easy cycling routes that take in the coast, waterways, beaches, public art and some of Mandurah’s best-known landmarks.
If you have the time, the Mandurah Sea Explorer is an easy 26-kilometre coastal route featuring beaches, swim spots and the Santi Ikto Giant. For something shorter, the 10-kilometre Mandurah Bridge Loop takes in Mandjar Bay, Samphire Cove and Sutton’s Homestead.
You don’t need to be a serious cyclist – an e-bike makes it easy to cover more ground without turning your day into a workout.
Slow things down at Haven Bathhouse
By now, you’ve earned a little downtime.
Mandurah’s newest place to slow down is Haven Bathhouse, a beautifully designed space created around the simple idea of stepping away from the everyday. Move between warm water and cold, take your time in the shared bathhouse and enjoy a slower pace before dinner.
It’s an adults-only experience, making it particularly suited to couples or friends looking for something a little more indulgent to round off the afternoon.
Haven operates with limited guest numbers to keep the atmosphere calm and unhurried, so booking ahead is recommended.
Finish the day by the water at Oceanic
For dinner, head back towards the marina and settle in somewhere with a view.
One of Mandurah’s familiar waterfront venues has had a major transformation. Oceanic Bar + Grill has recently reopened under new management following a $1.3 million renovation, with a completely refreshed interior, alfresco spaces and a new menu centred around fresh seafood alongside Australian pub classics.
Set right on Dolphin Quay Marina, it’s a fitting place to finish a day that’s taken you from Falcon’s beach and back again. Grab a table outside if the evening is warm, order something good and watch the boats come and go.
Make it your own
The beauty of this day trip is that you don’t need to do everything.
Travelling with kids?
Spend longer at Falcon Bay, choose a boat or cruise experience and swap the bathhouse for the Giants of Mandurah or another family-friendly adventure.
Looking for a slower day?
Take your time over breakfast, wander the beach, enjoy a cruise and linger over dinner.
Want to get active?
Combine the beach with an e-bike ride or paddle on the waterways.
Coming as a couple?
Add a Shaka Pottery workshop, spend the afternoon at Haven Bathhouse and finish with dinner overlooking the marina.
Stay a little longer
By the end of the day, you might find yourself wondering why you were planning to drive home at all.
If you have the time, stay overnight and use the next day to explore more of Mandurah’s waterways, beaches, nature and the wider Peel region.
Plan your spring adventure
This itinerary is designed to be relaxed rather than rushed. Check opening times and book experiences such as pottery workshops, cruises and Haven Bathhouse ahead of your visit, particularly during weekends and school holidays.