Margaret River.
Tall karri trees cast long morning shadows over Bussell Highway, while the roar of the Indian Ocean rolls in just six miles west. You come for the gravel-track cellar doors and stay for the salty wind off Surfers Point. Winemakers here take their Cabernet and Chardonnay seriously, though nobody expects you to wear anything stiffer than linen. The rhythm balances heavy surf with long, unhurried vineyard lunches. Margaret River is worth visiting if you want to drink world-class wine where the forest meets the ocean. Look elsewhere if you want late-night nightlife, reliable public transit between cellar doors, or a car-free holiday where everything is within walking distance.
Last updated 3 Sept 2026
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What to do in Margaret River Western Australia Australia
Margaret River stretches between two capes, balancing a sleepy town strip with sprawling estate vineyards and wild coastline. Days revolve around morning coffee on Bussell Highway, winery tastings along Caves Road, and afternoons watching the surf at Prevelly. It suits travellers who love thoughtful dining and outdoor space without the rush of city itineraries.
24 hours in Margaret River Western Australia Australia
Grab a morning flat white in town, then drive fifteen minutes to Caves Road for tastings at Vasse Felix. Take a long estate lunch, walk off dessert beneath the giant trees in Boranup Forest, and finish with fish and chips at Surfers Point as the sun hits the water. Select 1 Day above to see it.
2 days in Margaret River Western Australia Australia
Spend day two heading north to Yallingup. Swim in the calm reef lagoon at Smiths Beach, tour the limestone formations inside Ngilgi Cave, and book a relaxed dinner in town featuring local Dhufish or freshwater marron alongside local craft cider. Choose 2 Days to expand the plan.
3 days in Margaret River Western Australia Australia
A third day allows the forty-minute drive south to Augusta. Stand at Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse where two oceans meet, explore the ancient Lake Cave boardwalk, and pick up farmhouse cheeses and cold-pressed olive oils on the quiet backroads toward Rosa Brook.
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Wine & Vineyards in Margaret River Western Australia Australia
Sample structured Cabernet Sauvignon and flinty Chardonnay along Caves Road, visiting pioneers like Vasse Felix and Leeuwin Estate.
Local Seafood in Margaret River Western Australia Australia
Crack into freshwater marron grilled over jarrah coals, local Dhufish fillets, and Augusta rock oysters fresh from the southern capes.
Coastal Walks in Margaret River Western Australia Australia
Tackle segments of the Cape to Cape Track between Cape Naturaliste and Cape Leeuwin, tracing limestone cliffs above turquoise surf.
Surfing & Beaches in Margaret River Western Australia Australia
Watch seasoned locals tackle heavy reef breaks at Main Break or swim the calm turquoise shallows of Gnarabup and Prevelly.
Forest Hiking in Margaret River Western Australia Australia
Walk beneath towering 200-foot karri and marri trees in Boranup Forest, where shaded soft-dirt trails suit all fitness levels.
Cave Systems in Margaret River Western Australia Australia
Descend into limestone caverns like Lake Cave and Mammoth Cave to view ancient calcite crystals and fossilised megafauna bones.
Markets & Produce in Margaret River Western Australia Australia
Visit the Saturday morning Margaret River Farmers Market on Town View Lane for cold-pressed olive oils, local honey, and truffles.
Craft Beer in Margaret River Western Australia Australia
Relax at regional breweries along Caves Road for cold pints of wood-fired pilsner, pale ale, and seasonal sours in hop gardens.
Artisan Cheese in Margaret River Western Australia Australia
Stop along dairy backroads for raw-milk cheddar, washed-rind wheels, and fresh curd produced from pasture-fed South West cows.
Indigenous Heritage in Margaret River Western Australia Australia
Join Wadandi custodians for cave walks and tool-making demonstrations that explain 50,000 years of Six Seasons land management.
Artisan Coffee in Margaret River Western Australia Australia
Grab flat whites and sourdough pastries at Main Street bakeries where local surfers and farmers convene before morning shifts.
Scenic Drives in Margaret River Western Australia Australia
Follow Caves Road as it winds through shaded forest tunnels and past ocean lookouts between Yallingup and Augusta.