Things to see and do in Northbridge
Northbridge is a place where you can find your favourite food, wash it down with your choice of beverage and then dance the night away to popular music. The vast array of pubs, hotels, nightclubs and cafes offer an impressive range of coffees, beers, exotic cocktails and delicious foods. Plus, with an emerging funky retail strip and other great specialty stores, you'll always find something interesting to explore.
Dining in Northbridge
Northbridge is home to a fabulous range of restaurants, especially around Lake and James Streets. There are many to choose from, all within about four blocks from each other. Many people enjoy a Thai, Chinese, Indian, Greek, Egyptian or Italian meal before heading out to one of the premier nightspots.
Pick from a variety of ice creameries on a hot day or cafés serving excellent coffee. Choose a pub or wine bar to your taste and start your evening with a boutique beer or crisp WA white wine.
At James Street, take the time to view the menus at the various restaurants on the sidewalk. Take your seat and watch the scenery change from the easy daytime atmosphere to the vibrant nightlife. Or for the aspiring chef, visit one of the gourmet grocers (The Re Store on Lake Street or Kakulas Brothers on William Street have a good range) where you can pick up ingredients to "make your own”.
For those on a budget, a restaurant dim sum lunch is a good option or visit one of the food halls for a great choice of meals. They offer a variety of cuisines including Chinese, Japanese, health food and roast dinners, making them a good choice for families.
Entertainment in Northbridge
Northbridge has by far the greatest concentration of clubs and bars, drawing crowds particularly on Friday and Saturday nights. Music styles including house, funk, jazz, hip-hop and the blues draw a mix of patrons to the precinct, creating an energetic night time atmosphere. 
Night time venues ranging from combined art gallery/bars through to underground dance clubs and themed pubs offer a range of choices for every night owl. For those seeking a different scene there are plenty of friendly pubs in which to play a game of pool and listen to live music.
Live Music
- The Shed – 69-71 Aberdeen Street
- Black Betty’s – 133 Aberdeen Street
- The Aberdeen Hotel – 84 Aberdeen Street
- Elephant & Wheelbarrow – 53 Lake Street
- Mustang Bar – 48 Lake Street
- Paramount – 163 James Street
- La-Bog Inn – 361 Newcastle Street
Dance
- Church Nightclub – 69 Lake Street
- The Aberdeen Hotel – 84 Aberdeen Street
- Geisha – 135a James Street
- Reactor Nightclub – 78 James Street
- Rise – 139 James Street
Northbridge History and Culture
Northbridge's cultural precinct includes popular museums and galleries, all with free admission.
Art Gallery of Western Australia
Visit the Art Gallery and check out some of the world's best exhibitions.
The Gallery is open from 10am - 5pm every day of the week, except Anzac Day when it is open from 1pm - 5pm. The Gallery is closed Good Friday and Christmas Day. Admission is free, however an admission charge may apply to some temporary exhibitions.
For more information, call the Information Line on 9492 6622 or visit www.artgallery.wa.gov.au
Western Australian Museum
The Western Australian Museum provides an insight into Western Australia's history and environment. Situated in Perth's cultural precinct and close to public transport facilities, the Museum offers a wide range of permanent and travelling exhibitions.
The Museum is open 9.30am - 5.00pm daily, except Anzac Day and Boxing Day when it is open from 1pm - 5pm. The Museum is closed Good Friday, Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Admission is by donation.
For more information, call 9427 2700 or visit www.museum.wa.gov.au
Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts (PICA)
The Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts (PICA) is a place where visitors can experience the work of local, Australian and international artists working in the areas of visual, performing, new media and hybrid arts.
The PICA gallery is open from 11am - 6.00pm Tuesday to Sunday. Admission is free.
For more information, call 9227 6144 or visit www.pica.org.au
Northbridge's historical presence is evident in the heritage walks available; visiting old residential housing and some of Perth's oldest buildings like the old Perth Boy's School and Gaol.
Greek Public Art in the Plateia Hellas
Visit the eight Greek murals celebrating the cultural and ethnic diversity of Northbridge.
Greek Public Art Brochure (PDF)
Other great places to visit in Northbridge
Getting to Northbridge
Public Transport
Northbridge is located within walking distance of the Perth Train Station and Wellington Street Bus Station. Frequent bus services operated to and from Northbridge, plus, a free Central Area Transit (CAT) bus service runs through the precinct.
Transperth also has a Nightrider late night bus service to get you home after a big night out in Northbridge, with two services leaving Milligan Street (between James St and Roe Sts) every hour from 1am until 4am. They operate along two routes as follows:
Northbridge to Scarborough Beach via Scarborough Beach Rd (route 680)
Northbridge to Fremantle via Canning Hwy (route 697)
For further information about public transport services to and from Northbridge, call the Transperth InfoLine on 13 62 13 (TTY 9428 1999) or visit www.transperth.wa.gov.au.
Northbridge is just as easy to access by car, with secure car parking facilities located in the heart of the entertainment precinct.
To view a map of Northbridge click here.