WWE is stepping back into the ring in Perth this year. It’s a rare chance to see the action live, including the last Aussie performance by reigning Undisputed WWE Champion John Cena before he retires. Crown Jewel: Perth will headline a WWE weekend takeover at Perth’s RAC Arena on Saturday October 11. The venue will also host Friday Night SmackDown on October 10 and Monday Night Raw on October 13.

The shows are likely to draw hordes of interstate visitors, and the days in between leave ample time to explore the beachside city, which offers pristine beaches, exquisite restaurants and stunning wine regions. From basking on Wadjemup/Rottnest Island’s tranquil beaches to checking out Walyalup/Fremantle’s iconic breweries, here’s how to spend your WWE week in Boorloo/Perth and surrounds.

Perth has some of the most beautiful beaches in Australia. The only rocky parts? Choosing which one to splay yourself out on. Cottesloe Beach is a Perth icon with its pristine water, soft sand and old floating pylon that locals race each other out to. For an epic sunset experience, bring your picnic rug, get fish’n’chips from Amberjacks and settle by one of the towering Norfolk pines. Or push the proverbial boat out with a meal of steak tartare, epic Caesar salads and cocktails at Gibney. Beyond locally loved Cott, other spots like Leighton Beach, South Beach, Swanbourne Beach, Mettam’s Pool, Scarborough Beach and Coogee Beach are equally worth your time.

Fremantle wears many hats – it likely has one for every member of your travel crew. It’s a laid-back paradise for backpackers, ocean swimmers, art lovers, beer fanatics and vintage-shopping enthusiasts. By day, check out the vibrant Fremantle Markets, which are open Friday to Sunday. In a historic 19th-century building, you’ll find jewellery, clothes, kitchenware and art, as well as a food court and live music out back. Freo is also the heartland of WA’s brewery scene, home to Little Creatures and Gage Roads Brew Co. Both spots offer craft beer, brewery tours and waterfront dining. By night, eat classy Italian food at Vin Populi or head to seafood-centric Madalenas Bar (which also offers a rooftop bar with ocean views). For something more low-key, get fish’n’chips at Sealanes with views of the South Beach sunset. You might catch a fire-dancing show by one of the many backpackers that park up here.

Recovery day calls for exploring (or lounging in) Kings Park – the grand gardens on the western edge of Perth’s CBD. The sprawling 990-acre site is teeming with WA’s famous wildflowers and natural bushland, and offers epic views of the city and Swan River. Plus, there are plenty of spots to lay out your picnic rug and soak it all in (so BYO basket with snacks). If you’re up for adventure, check out one of the walking trails that crisscross the park. You might stroll through the treetops on the Lotterywest Federation Walkway or take the self-guided Boodja Gnarning walking tour, where you can learn the history of local Noongar people.

Seeing a quokka in its pristine homeland should be on everyone’s WA bucket list. You can get to car-free Wadjemup/Rottnest Island by ferry, seaplane or helicopter. The best way to explore? Hire a bike, pack your snacks and ride the 22-kilometre loop around the island. Stop and swim at pristine coves and bays like The Basin, Little Parakeet Bay and Geordie Bay (and see what secret beaches you can find along the way). And learn about the island’s history at Wadjemup Museum or on a walking tour with a Noongar guide.

If you’ve got a day to spare, hire a car or book a tour and head to the wine-centric Swan Valley. The region, about 30 minutes’ drive from Perth, offers a slower pace and 40 wineries to stop and sip at. Sandalford Wines in Caversham is up there with the region’s finest. Come for the wine tastings, restaurant, cellar door and shop. Or check out nearby Mandoon Estate, which sits on the Swan River and offers a restaurant, cellar door and brewery, plus 32 rooms overlooking lush vineyards. Further south, Guildford is a historic town lined with 19th-century heritage buildings and top pubs like The Guildford Hotel and The Rose & Crown (reportedly WA’s oldest running hotel).

If your crew loves the outdoors, this under-the-radar suburb, less than an hour’s drive south of Perth, is worth a daytrip. Embrace the salt and sun at one of the many pristine spots along its 37-kilometre stretch of coastline – like Cape Peron, with its grand limestone cliffs and quiet coves. If you spend the day at the beach, you might spot pods of friendly dolphins (there’s a viewing platform where you can watch them swim and jump). To eat, check out the nostalgic Checkers Lunch Bar for classics like chips and gravy, bacon and egg rolls, and chicken burgers.

This eye-catching arts hub is a great launchpad for exploring the many bars and eateries of Northbridge and Perth CBD – but it’s worth exploring in its own right. You can usually catch a free exhibition at the Art Gallery of Western Australia or PICA (Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts). There’s also the WA Museum Boola Bardip and the State Library, and shows to see at the State Theatre Centre. Once you’ve finished exploring, grab a spot under the tree at Picabar for some pints or enjoy dinner at beloved wine bar No Mafia.

Tickets are on sale soon – you can register now for presale access. All three events will also be available to stream live on Netflix in Australia.

This article is produced by Broadsheet in partnership with Tourism Western Australia.