Government House Ballroom

This historic Ballroom, with its gilded décor and refined charm, creates an intimate space for you to connect with WASO musicians.

QUICK LINKS:

Public Transport
Parking
Accessibility
Food & Beverages
Ticketing

ADDRESS

13 St Georges Tce, Perth WA 6000

PUBLIC TRANSPORT

The Government House Ballroom is a 10 minute walk from Elizabeth Quay Station. There are multiple bus routes which stop directly outside Government House or across St Georges Terrace, outside St George’s Cathedral. The Transperth JourneyPlanner provides up-to-date information to help you find the best route.

PARKING

The closest car parks to Government House are:

• City of Perth Council House Car Park: 27 St Georges Terrace, Perth. There are three ACROD parking bays.
• City of Perth Terrace Road Car Park: Terrace Road, Perth. There are eight ACROD parking bays.
• City of Perth Pier Street Car Park: 87-89 Pier Street, Perth. There are eight ACROD parking bays.

ACCESSIBILITY

Access to Government House Ballroom for WASO performances is via the Council House Laneway, which is wheelchair accessible.

The Government House Ballroom is a wheelchair accessible venue.

ACROD parking bays are located at all three City of Perth parking locations (see above) nearby and are subject to availability.

FOOD & BEVERAGES

There is a wide range of food and beverages on offer at the State Buildings and Duxton Hotel, which are a three minute walk and five minute walk respectively from Government House Ballroom:

State Buildings

• Wildflower: A fine-dining rooftop restaurant inspired by Indigenous and seasonal ingredients, offering stunning views and modern Australian cuisine.
• Long Chim: A vibrant and edgy Thai street food restaurant with bold flavours and an electric atmosphere.
• Post: A modern Italian osteria with a focus on fresh, locally sourced produce and a welcoming, relaxed vibe.
• Petition Kitchen and Beer Corner: A casual eatery celebrating Western Australia’s finest seasonal ingredients with inventive, approachable dishes with a stellar selection of craft beers.

For more information, visit the State Buildings website.

Duxton Hotel, Perth

WASO Subscribers receive 10% off dinner while choosing the à la carte menu on concert days.

• Firewater Grille: A sophisticated restaurant offering modern Australian cuisine with an emphasis on fresh, local ingredients and an elegant dining atmosphere.
• The Lobby Bar: A stylish and relaxed bar serving premium wines, craft beers, and creative cocktails, perfect for pre-dinner drinks or casual catch-ups.

For more information, visit the Duxton Hotel Perth website.

Food and beverages will not be available to purchase at Government House Ballroom. Food and drinks are not allowed in the Ballroom, bottled water excepted.

TICKETING

The WASO Mobile Box Office is located inside the foyer, open 60 minutes before each performance.