About Mends Street Jetty
Mends Street Jetty is a historic ferry jetty on the southern shore of the Swan River in South Perth, Western Australia. Built in 1898, it serves as the South Perth terminus for the Transperth ferry service to Elizabeth Quay in central Perth. Heritage-listed and located at the end of Mends Street on the South Perth Foreshore, it offers panoramic views of the Perth central business district skyline and is a key transport and recreational landmark.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a functional ferry jetty and shelter extending into the Swan River with paved foreshore promenades, lawns and seating areas. The jetty is the boarding point for the ferry to Elizabeth Quay, with views across the river to the Perth city skyline, Elizabeth Quay and Kings Park. The surrounding South Perth Foreshore includes Sir James Mitchell Park, walking and cycling paths, cafes and restaurants along Mends Street, and open parkland for picnics and photography.
Key highlights
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Heritage-listed jetty built in 1898 serving as South Perth ferry terminus
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Transperth ferry service connecting South Perth to Elizabeth Quay
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Panoramic views of Perth CBD skyline across the Swan River
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Located on South Perth Foreshore within Sir James Mitchell Park
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Close to Mends Street cafes, restaurants and shops