# Scarboro.info — Scarborough Beach, Perth, Western Australia > Independent local guide to Scarborough Beach, a surf beach and suburb about 13–14 km north-west of the Perth CBD on Western Australia's Sunset Coast (City of Stirling, postcode 6019). Created in 1999 by local resident and Perth SEO specialist Ben Grummels; fully rewritten in November 2026. Key facts: Scarborough Beach Pool opened 22 January 2018. Observation City (now the Rendezvous Hotel) was built in 1986 for the 1987 America's Cup. Population 17,605 (2021 Census). The beach is patrolled by the Scarboro Surf Life Saving Club in season. Best surf is early morning before the afternoon south-westerly sea breeze. ## Beach, surf and things to do - [Things to Do at Scarborough Beach](https://scarboro.info/beachactivities/index.htm): The best things to do at Scarborough Beach, Perth: surfing, swimming, the beach pool, coastal cycling to Hillarys, snorkelling Marmion Marine Park, Rottnest Island trips, sunsets, markets and nightlife. - [Things to Do in Scarborough, Perth](https://scarboro.info/things-todo-scarborough.htm): A complete A–Z list of things to do in Scarborough, Perth: swim, surf, Sunset Hill picnics, skate bowl, volleyball, markets, Summer Fest concerts, Christmas carols, weddings, sport at Abbett Park and nearby North Beach and Hillarys. - [Surfing at Scarborough Beach, Perth](https://scarboro.info/surf/index.htm): Surf guide to Scarborough Beach, Perth: when the waves are best, where to surf, bodyboarding, kitesurfing, windsurfing, surf safety and nearby breaks like Trigg Point. - [Scarborough Beach Surf Cam](https://scarboro.info/surf/scarboroughsurfcam.htm): Check the Scarborough Beach surf cam and live surf conditions in Perth. How to read the surf cam, wind and swell, the best times to surf and where to find forecasts. - [Surf Life Saving at Scarborough Beach](https://scarboro.info/surf/surflifesaving/index.htm): Surf life saving at Scarborough Beach, Perth: the Scarboro Surf Life Saving Club, beach patrols, nippers, and photos of the Australian Surf Life Saving Championships (the "Aussies") held at Scarborough. - [Brighton Beach, Scarborough](https://scarboro.info/brightonbeach.htm): Brighton Beach, Perth: the quieter southern end of Scarborough Beach for swimming, surfing, kitesurfing and windsurfing, beach yoga, surf life saving carnivals, sunsets, parking and nearby accommodation. - [Scarborough Beach Pool](https://scarboro.info/scarborough_beach_pool.htm): Scarborough Beach Pool, Perth: the heated ocean-side outdoor pool on the Scarborough foreshore, opened January 2018. Opening hours, what to expect, entry fees and the pool's history. - [Sunset Hill, Scarborough Beach](https://scarboro.info/sunset-hill.htm): Sunset Hill at Scarborough Beach, Perth: the grassy hill on the foreshore for watching Indian Ocean sunsets, photography, sunrise, whale watching in spring and views of the skate park. - [Fishing at Scarborough Beach, Perth](https://scarboro.info/fishing/index.htm): Beach fishing at Scarborough, Perth: what fish to catch and when (herring, whiting, tailor, salmon, squid), best times, local tips, charters from Hillarys, Marmion Marine Park rules and licences. - [Scarborough Beach Amphitheatre](https://scarboro.info/amphitheatre/index.htm): The Scarborough Beach Amphitheatre on Perth's beachfront: opened in 2008, it hosts concerts, community events, beach cricket and surf life saving ceremonies. How to book through the City of Stirling. ## Accommodation - [Scarborough Beach Accommodation](https://scarboro.info/accommodation.htm): Where to stay at Scarborough Beach, Perth: beachfront hotels like the Rendezvous, self-contained apartments, holiday homes and budget backpackers. Tips on location, peak season and booking. - [Hotels at Scarborough Beach](https://scarboro.info/hotel/index.htm): How to choose a hotel at Scarborough Beach, Perth: beachfront vs inland, luxury resorts, budget and family hotels, business stays, distance to the CBD and Optus Stadium, and booking tips. - [Rendezvous Hotel Perth Scarborough](https://scarboro.info/hotel/rendezvoushotelscarborough.htm): Guide to the Rendezvous Hotel Perth Scarborough (Observation City): beachfront location, history since 1986, which rooms have the best views, winter rates, map and videos. - [Seashells Apartments Scarborough](https://scarboro.info/seashellsapartments.htm): Seashells Scarborough: award-winning 4-star self-contained 2 and 3 bedroom beachfront serviced apartments opposite Scarborough Beach, near the beach pool and shops. Winter rates and booking tips. - [Scarborough Beach Holiday Apartments](https://scarboro.info/apartmentscarborough.htm): Scarborough Beach holiday apartments in Perth: short-term beachfront rentals, serviced vs unserviced apartments, long-term holiday apartments, what to compare and how to book. ## Food and nightlife - [Scarborough Beach Restaurants](https://scarboro.info/restaurant.htm): A guide to restaurants at Scarborough Beach, Perth: beachfront dining with sunset views, seafood, Thai, Italian, Mexican, cafés, gelato, pubs and bars, with phone numbers and locations. - [Cafés at Scarborough Beach](https://scarboro.info/cafe-scarborough.htm): List of cafés near Scarborough Beach, Perth: beachfront coffee, breakfast spots, healthy food, kiosks and bakeries with phone numbers and locations, plus tips for alfresco dining. - [Scarborough Nightlife](https://scarboro.info/nightlife.htm): Scarborough Beach nightlife guide: beachfront bars and pubs on The Esplanade, sunset drinks, live music, late-night venues, safety tips and how to get home in Perth. - [Shopping at Scarborough Beach](https://scarboro.info/shopping.htm): Where to shop near Scarborough Beach, Perth: supermarkets and bottle shops in the beachfront precinct, delis, bakeries and butchers on Brighton Road, and nearby Karrinyup, Boulevard and Doric Street shops. - [The Esplanade, Scarborough Beach](https://scarboro.info/theesplanade.htm): Guide to The Esplanade, Scarborough Beach's 2 km beachfront road: cafés and alfresco dining, hotels and apartments, the clock tower, amphitheatre, surf club, Sunset Hill and the best sunset spots. ## Getting here - [Scarborough Beach Map](https://scarboro.info/scarborough_map.htm): Maps of Scarborough Beach, Perth: an interactive Google map of hotels and landmarks, a tourist street map, bus route maps to Perth and Fremantle, and Stirling ward boundaries. - [How to Get to Scarborough Beach](https://scarboro.info/travel-scarborough-beach.htm): How to travel to Scarborough Beach, Perth: train and bus via Glendalough and Stirling stations, the 990 bus from the city, driving directions from the north and south, cycling and wine tours. - [Transport to Scarborough Beach](https://scarboro.info/transportscarboroughbeach.htm): Transport options for Scarborough Beach, Perth: Transperth bus 990 from Glendalough and Perth stations, buses 410 and 421 from Stirling, airport minibus transfers, taxis, rideshare drop-off and Safe Active Streets for cycling. - [Car Parking at Scarborough Beach](https://scarboro.info/car-parking-scarborough-beach.htm): Where to park at Scarborough Beach, Perth: Manning Street multi-storey, White Sands Tavern and Hastings Street car parks, street parking, motorcycle bays, EV charging, and overflow parking at Trigg and Peasholm. - [Scarborough Beach Location and Directions](https://scarboro.info/location_map.htm): Where is Scarborough Beach? Location map, coordinates and step-by-step driving directions from Perth International and Domestic airports to Scarborough Beach, plus a printable PDF map. ## Area guide - [Perth's Sunset Coast](https://scarboro.info/sunsetcoast/index.htm): Guide to Perth's Sunset Coast from Fremantle to Hillarys and Yanchep: best beaches, things to do, climate, shark safety, lifeguards, getting there and a full-day Sunset Coast itinerary. - [Perth Coastline: Scarborough to Hillarys](https://scarboro.info/sunsetcoast/coastline.htm): Explore Perth's coastline from Scarborough Beach to Hillarys Boat Harbour: Trigg, Watermans Bay, Mettams Pool, Marmion Marine Park, the coastal cycle path, snorkelling, fishing and sailing. - [Scarborough's Natural Environment](https://scarboro.info/environment.htm): Wildlife and nature at Scarborough Beach, Perth: dolphins, humpback whales, sea lions, fish, dune animals, birds, reptiles and coastal plants, plus Trigg Bushland and coastcare. - [Trigg Bushland Reserve](https://scarboro.info/triggbushland.htm): Trigg Bushland Reserve between Scarborough and Trigg Beach, Perth: coastal bushland walking trails, the Scarborough–Trigg heritage walk, wild figs, gum trees, wildlife and how to get there. - [History of Scarborough Beach](https://scarboro.info/history.htm): The history of Scarborough Beach, Perth: from 1910s beach shacks and the 1938 Scarborough Hotel to Observation City (1986), the Snake Pit and the 2019 Scarborough Beach Pool. Historical photos and timeline. - [Scarborough Beach Culture](https://scarboro.info/culture.htm): Scarborough Beach culture: the legendary Snake Pit rock 'n' roll dances, the 2003 Snake Pit revival concert, beachfront festivals, street parades and live music in Perth. - [Scarborough Community](https://scarboro.info/community.htm): Scarborough community directory: Rotary, Lions, Police & Citizens, playgroups, scouts, surf club, junior football, longboard riders, the Scarborough library, churches and how to get involved. - [Schools near Scarborough Beach](https://scarboro.info/schools.htm): Directory of schools serving Scarborough, Perth: Scarborough Primary, St John's, Deanmore, Holy Spirit, Newman College, Churchlands SHS, St Mary's, Hale School, TAFE, the Japanese School of Perth and adult learning. - [Government and Representatives for Scarborough](https://scarboro.info/government.htm): Who represents Scarborough, Perth: City of Stirling Coastal Ward, State MP for Scarborough Stuart Aubrey and Federal MP for Curtin Kate Chaney, with contacts for council, library, police and WA government. - [Scarborough Suburb Statistics](https://scarboro.info/suburbstatistics.htm): Scarborough, Perth suburb profile: 2021 Census population (17,605), median age, household income, rent, mortgage repayments, home ownership and employment, compared with the 2001 Census. - [Real Estate at Scarborough Beach](https://scarboro.info/realestatescarboroughbeach.htm): Buying or selling real estate at Scarborough Beach, Perth: apartment price ranges, why buy at Scarborough, a buyer's checklist, local agent Geoff Baldwin of REMAX Exchange, and free appraisals. - [Scarborough Business Directory](https://scarboro.info/business_directory.htm): Free Scarborough business directory (Perth WA 6019): phone numbers for medical centres, dentists, pharmacies, restaurants, tourism, trades, real estate, retail and services near Scarborough Beach. ## Optional - [Site map](https://scarboro.info/sitemap.htm): all pages - [About Scarboro.info](https://scarboro.info/about.htm): who runs the site and contact details - [XML sitemap](https://scarboro.info/sitemap.xml) Contact (business enquiries): +61 418 958 799. 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