Things to do in Crawley

Crawley is the riverside suburb between Kings Park and the University of Western Australia, and it’s home to Matilda Bay Reserve, one of the prettiest picnic spots in Perth. There are free BBQs, big shady trees, calm water for a swim and a straight view across the river to the city.

The blue boat shed on the foreshore is probably the most photographed building in Perth, and the Somerville Auditorium at UWA screens films under the pines over summer.

Below are my guides to Matilda Bay and Perth’s outdoor cinemas.