Parliament House

Parliament House in West Perth is the seat of the Parliament of Western Australia, located on Harvest Terrace overlooking the city. Opened in 1904 and designed by Hillson Beasley, the heritage-listed building houses the Legislative Assembly and Legislative Council. Notable for its classical architecture, landscaped gardens and city views, it offers free guided tours, public galleries during sitting days and educational displays on Western Australia's parliamentary history and democratic processes.

Visitors can expect a heritage-listed government building set on Harvest Terrace with views over Perth city. Inside, guided tours provide access to the Legislative Assembly and Legislative Council chambers, committee rooms, and public galleries when parliament is sitting. The building features classical architecture, timber panelling, historic portraits and displays explaining parliamentary procedure. Surrounds include landscaped gardens and forecourt. Access is via security screening and tours are led by staff who explain the building's history and functions.