Destination
Australind
BUNBURY
Gelorup Stratham
Capel
Boyanup
Donnybrook
Busselton
Bunbury THE CITY of Head to Bunbury BUNBURY, 3 Waters is a vibrant port for a mid-year city, surrounded by beautiful waterways, stunning beaches break where you and extra-friendly dolphins. It’s for its laidback lifestyle can taste some known and ever-growing collection of of the best local independent boutiques, small bars and eateries providing produce the state seasonal and local produce. has to offer and Must-dos immerse yourself Art-astic - Pick up a map in the vibrant arts at1 the Bunbury Visitor Centre, and culture scene. take a stroll through town
and try to find all 32 urban art murals scattered throughout the CBD as well as the quirky characters that can be found painted on 20 electrical boxes. Pay a visit to Wardandi Boodja at Koombana Bay, Bunbury’s most iconic piece of public art. The 5.5m steel bust reflects the resilience and spirit of a proud Noongar man and stands as a reminder to visitors and locals alike that Noongar culture is
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vibrant and strong. Did you know Bunbury is home to the biggest collection of public art in regional Australia? Don’t forget to visit the Bunbury Regional Art Gallery (BRAG) housed in a former convent. It is the big pink building and hosts an array of local, state and national exhibitions year round. 2 Fin fun - Find fins of the natural variety at Australia’s premier dolphin centre, the Dolphin Discovery Centre. It’s the perfect place to learn more about these incredible creatures. Or, get up close and personal on a Dolphin Eco Cruise within the bay. If you don’t mind getting your feet wet - dolphins visit the Koombana Bay most mornings. Be sure to phone ahead as swim tours are weather dependent. 3 Work up an appetite Bunbury is the epicentre of the restaurant scene in BunGeo,
and for a good reason. You’ll find brilliant burgers and award-winning dining. Visit Victoria Street for a feed and a shopping spree. One of Bunbury’s mostloved streets, it’s known for unique, independent shops, restaurants and small bars and is the perfect place to take refuge from the weather for a cosy feed. Check out the Small Regional Bar of the Year 2019, Yours or Mine. Foodies should head to the Market Eating House, Mojo’s Kitchen, Bar and Bottleshop or Gold Plate finalist, Nicolas Ristorante. Side Door Restaurant offers a menu of Modern Australian cuisine and if you love a good warming curry - Jo’s Curry House is a must. Enjoy heartwarming favourites at the Rose Hotel or chow down on a gourmet burger at Right On Burgers. We also suggest you venture to the Marlston Hill Waterfront or Austral Parade visitbunburygeographe.com.au
