The City of Albany is located 409 kilometres from the City of Perth on the Southern Coast of Western Australia. Albany is the regional centre for the Great Southern. Albany has a dramatic granite coastline and is surrounded by magnificent scenery and pristine white beaches. Albany offers some of the most spectacular coastline and sheltered waterways in the world and is ideal for a coastal holiday.
The area was discovered by Captain Vancouver in 1791 and later settled by Europeans in 1826. It was the first colony settled in Western Australia and has many historical buildings. Albany is now a thriving multicultural city boasting a population of approximately 30,000 people. Its major industries are tourism and agriculture (wool, beef, grain), aquaculture and fishing.
Discover blue skies, white sand, green hills and sea green waters that will delight any traveller who has Albany on their itinerary. There is such an extensive range of natural beauty, historical charm, unique arts and crafts and a wealth of activities. Albany is known for its natural attractions including those that are situated along the rugged coastline of the Torndirrup National Park. The two major highlights are the Gap with a 24 metre drop to the water and the Natural Bridge, a granite formation in the shape of a bridge.
Whalewatch between July and October when the Southern Right Whales arrive in King George Sound to frolic and play. Whale watching has become a major past time in Albany since the Australian whaling industry ceased in 1978. Whales can be viewed from the shore or on a whale watching cruise.
Albany boasts not less than fifty buildings of historical charm, most being used as museums, display galleries and restaurants. Albany's history remains the most important in the state as it was the first European settlement in Western Australia. There is an extensive range of eating houses in and around Albany. They range from take-away foods to Asian style and fine dining. A 'Dining Out' guide is available at the Albany Visitor Centre.
Eco walks in and around the region range from 20 minutes to 4 hours to suit different levels of fitness. The walks can be geared towards different interests, for example flora, fauna, bird life and coastline. This is one of the most diverse walking areas in the country and is a popular pastime for locals and even more popular with visitors. The Gap is a daunting and spectacular, natural rock formation at the ocean's edge just 15 minutes from the city centre. This is a very rewarding experience. Wildflowers are one of the best kept secrets of the region. Of the 10,000 plant species, which naturally occur in Western Australia, over half are found through out the south-west and are easily discovered in walks or when meandering around the region by road.
Whatever holiday experience you are searching for, the accommodation range in Albany will ensure that your stay will be memorable. Albany can accommodate you with many excellent caravan parks, cabins, cottages, villas, rural retreats, bed and breakfasts, motels, luxury style hotels and apartments.
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