When was the last time you took a wander around Mundaring’s town centre? A lap of this Perth Hills’ hub will reward you with art galleries, cute cafes, gift shops, and a whole heap of heritage.
Things to Do in Mundaring
The best place to start is at The Perth Hills Mundaring Visitor Centre. Chat with our friendly officers to help you plan a route tailored to your interests, be that nature, art, shopping, or food. You’ll leave with a handful of brochures, and fresh “what’s on” knowledge. Next door, the Mundaring District Museum brings stories that make the town’s old buildings, rail history and bushland come to life. For history on foot, stroll the Mundaring Heritage Walk, passing by many points of interest and historic buildings from the town’s past.
Just over Great Eastern Highway, which cuts through the centre of town, the Mundaring Arts Centre is a must. Exciting exhibitions rotate regularly and the beautifully curated gift shop is perfect for finding locally made pieces.
At the other end of Nichol Street, Mundaring Sculpture Park is part outdoor gallery, part social hub, with a big adventure playground that you’ll have to drag the kids from. You’ll often find the Steep Hill Coffee truck rolling in, and on Saturday mornings the park hosts the Mundaring Garden and Farmers Market packed with fresh produce, locally made treats, and a warm community buzz.
The park is home to the trailhead for the epic Munda Biddi Trail, and the Railway Reserves Heritage Trail passes through, giving you more outdoor adventure options.
Shopping in Mundaring leans towards character over chain stores. Venessa’s Vintage Treasures is packed with nostalgia and curiosities from decades gone by and there are plenty of boutiques to find around Mundaring Village. For the eco-conscious, Wasteless Pantry has plenty of ideas for your home and kitchen. If you love that vibe, why not have a rummage at a local Mundaring Op Shop?
Dining in Mundaring
Hungry? Settle in for pub classics at the Mundaring Hotel or keep it casual at popular cafes Cafe Mojo and A Patch of Country. Coffee devotees can make an early brunch stop at The Lazy Corner, while carb hunters will adore fresh bakes from Breadwinner Bakehouse, and The Artisan Mundaring. The excellent Hemingway & Co bar is the spot for cocktails and live jazz to end your day.
Stay in Mundaring
There is a lot to pack into a day in Mundaring, so why not linger longer and make a night of it? Accommodation spots found right in the heart of the Mundaring region include The Orchard Anex, good-value Travellers Rest Motel, or how about a stay in a vintage train carriage or charming cottage at Quiet Escapes?
Mundaring’s town centre is neatly packaged into a perfectly walkable Perth Hills pocket. This bush fringed town is where heritage trails and nature play meet a thriving arts and coffee scene, making it a great base for a slow-paced wander.