The Margaret River Rundown
The Margaret River wine region, located inland from the southwest coast of Western Australia, is awash with wine-makers passionate about their craft. Australia’s wine scene has grown to international recognition over time, and many of its famous varieties originate in the Margaret River wine region. Coupled with its drop-dead gorgeous scenery, world-class surfing beaches and vibrant arts community, this beautiful corner of the earth has become an exciting and popular holiday destination for travellers all over the globe. It is also home to the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park that contains several hundred caves.
Margaret River isn’t just a pretty face. Some of the country’s finest cheeses, olives, produce and local seafood delicacies are produced in the region, along with the many types of grapes which make up the blends of wine that have become a favourite of connoisseurs world-wide. If you’re looking for something to take home, try some of the local boutique wineries, restaurants and gift shops for local products and culinary delights. Nightlife in Margaret River is provided at the local pubs, clubs and taverns, and they offer wines, cuisine and live music for you to rock the night away. The Margaret River wine region has an exciting range of attractions, and is a great place to combine culture, cuisine and relaxing fun.
Margaret River Attractions
- Mammoth Cave
- Eagles Heritage Centre
- Leeuwin Estate Winery
Margaret River Activities
- Visit the scenic Margaret River
- Whale watch along Cape Naturaliste
- Scuba dive the Destroyer Escort HMAS Swan
Restaurants
- 1885
- Cullen
- Voyager Estate
- Xanadu
- Vardos Wholefood Café
Nightlife
- Bunkers Beach Café
- Settlers Tavern
- Bootleg Brewery
- Quinninup Tavern
- Capel Tavern
Margaret River Climate
The climate in Margaret River is best describes as humid Mediterranean. The rainy season is between May and August. The best time of year to visit is during the summer, when the weather is warm but the sea breezes are blowing. Be careful of bush fires during the hottest days of summer in December and January.
Getting There & Around
Travellers can reach Margaret River by flying into Perth Airport and then driving about three hours along Roe Highway. Another driving option from Perth is the South Western Highway, which is a scenic inland route. Small charter flights are available from Perth to airstrips near Margaret River. There is also a daily bus available from Southwest Coach Lines that travels from Perth to Margaret River.
There are several other options to get around Margaret River, including taxi services, bus lines and car rentals. During the summer holidays, it is possible to visit the beaches taking the Beach Bus. There are also bus runs from the town centre to Surfers Point.
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When To Go
The Margaret River wine region enjoys a mild Mediterranean climate, with summer highs of around 30°C (86°F) tending to an average of around 25°C (77°F) for most of January and February. Winter temperatures peak at around 18°C (64°F) but can get as low as 8°C (46°F) on the coldest days. The first few months of the year are kindest in terms of rainfall in Margaret River, with around 50 mm (2 inches) in summer. March is a great time to visit for the annual Margaret River Wine Region Festival, but the conditions are also ideal for the many local surf breaks, so wax your board and prime your taste buds for a refreshing, rejuvenating holiday.
- Temperatures average 25°C (77°F) in summer, and around 15°C (59°F) in winter
- Rainfall can be high in winter, but averages around 50 mm (2 inches) in summer.
- March is the best time for surfing in Margaret River.
