If wandering the full Perth Christmas Lights Trail on foot feels a bit much these days, Peddle Perth offers a wonderfully relaxed alternative. Instead of covering kilometres of city streets, you can sit back in a comfortable rickshaw “sleigh” while your rider does the pedalling and you simply enjoy the lights, music and atmosphere.
Tours follow many of the highlights of the Perth Christmas Lights Trail – including popular spots such as Murray Street Mall and St Georges Terrace – in around 40–45 minutes. You’ll see a large portion of the trail without worrying about long walks, sore feet or navigating busy crowds.
A Relaxed Way to See the Lights
Peddle Perth’s rickshaw tours are ideal if you like the idea of a festive evening in the city, but don’t want the physical effort of walking the entire trail. The rickshaws have padded seats and back support, and you sit facing forward with an excellent view of the lights and passing streets.
Each rickshaw seats up to two adults comfortably, with the option to add a small child for those bringing a grandchild along. It’s a lovely choice for:
- Couples looking for a festive night out
- Friends wanting to do something a bit different at Christmas
- Grandparents treating the family to a special experience
- Anyone who prefers to minimise walking or has reduced mobility
If you use a wheelchair or have other accessibility needs, Peddle Perth can usually accommodate this with a bit of planning. Some riders have support-work experience, and they are used to tailoring tours for people with mobility or sensory needs.
Meeting Point and How the Tour Works
For the Christmas Lights tours, you’ll usually meet your rider outside WA Museum Boola Bardip in the Perth Cultural Centre. This central location is a short, mostly level walk from Perth Train Station and the busport, making public transport a good option if you’d rather not drive into the city.
On arrival, your rider will:
- Introduce themselves and give a quick safety briefing
- Help you settle into the rickshaw
- Offer to securely lock prams or mobility aids at the meeting point if needed
- Check what sort of pace and music you’d enjoy
From there, you’ll head off through the city, following a route that takes in some of the best Christmas light installations. There are opportunities to pause for photographs at key spots, and your rider is more than happy to act as photographer so everyone can be in the pictures.
At the end of the 40–45 minute tour, you’ll be returned to WA Museum Boola Bardip, making it easy to continue your night with dinner nearby or to simply stroll back to public transport. Due to their busy Christmas schedule, pick‑up and drop‑off are usually at the same point rather than tailored to individual requests.
Christmas Carols and Festive Atmosphere
A big part of the fun is the soundtrack. Before you set off, you can choose the style of Christmas music you’d like playing through the rickshaw’s built‑in speakers – from traditional carols to modern favourites. If you prefer something quieter or no music at all, just let the rider know; tours can be made more low‑key for those sensitive to noise.
As you travel through the city, you can expect:
- Plenty of smiles and waves from people on the street
- A great vantage point for viewing light displays above the crowds
- A chance to soak up the festive atmosphere without rushing or worrying about where to walk next
Many guests comment that they see parts of the city they’ve never noticed before, even if they’ve lived in Perth for years.
Comfort and Accessibility Considerations
A few simple preparations can make the experience even more comfortable:
- Dress in layers: Even on warm days, evenings in the city can be breezy when you’re moving, so a light jacket or scarf is useful.
- Footwear: You won’t be walking far, but comfortable shoes are still a good idea for the short walk to and from the meeting point and any photo stops.
- Back and joint comfort: If you have back or hip issues, you might like to bring a small cushion or lumbar support.
- Pace and stops: Let your rider know if you’d like a gentler pace or prefer fewer hop‑off stops. They are very used to adapting tours to suit different needs.
- Mobility aids: If you use a stick, small walker or wheelchair, discuss this when booking. Peddle Perth can often meet you where you park and assist you into the rickshaw, or arrange a safe place to secure your aid during the ride.
The company places a strong emphasis on safety. Over several years and many thousands of guests, they report no serious incidents, and riders are trained and experienced in navigating the city streets.
Making a Night of It
The Christmas Lights tour pairs beautifully with:
- An early dinner or coffee in Northbridge or the CBD before your ride
- A dessert or nightcap afterwards, while you’re already in the city
- A special pre‑Christmas outing with adult children and grandchildren
Because the tour is only around 45 minutes, it’s easy to combine with other activities without feeling overtired. For those who prefer to be home earlier in the evening, you can opt for an earlier time slot when booking.
Pricing and Bookings
Peddle Perth’s Christmas Lights Tours are very popular and do tend to sell out quickly in December, particularly on Friday and Saturday nights.
Pricing is listed on their website and may vary by season, but at the time of writing Christmas Lights tours are advertised from around $70 per rickshaw (for two people) for approximately 45 minutes. Family configurations and any updated pricing are best checked directly online when you book.
To see current prices, available dates and to make a booking, visit the Christmas Lights Tours page on the Peddle Perth website:
Peddle Perth Christmas Lights Tours.
For general information about their other experiences, including daytime history tours, bar tours and Fremantle rides, you can explore the main site:
Peddle Perth.
