Fremantle, the seaport of Perth, is always a hive of activity. From the colourful street entertainment and maritime activities to the well-preserved heritage buildings - Fremantle is more than just a port. It is a good day trip destination, but also offers a range of quality, character accommodation for those who choose to stay longer.
- Walk along the 'cappuccino strip' on South Terrace where you will find a great array of shops, boutiques and arts and crafts. Be sure to visit the famous Fremantle Markets (open Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays) for local crafts, fresh food, clothes, jewellery and all sorts of curios. When you want a break from shopping, sampling and eating, sit in the corner bar and watch the markets' colourful hustle and bustle.
- Numerous entertainment venues including a puppet theatre, cinemas, music clubs and bars offer a tantalising choice to visitors. Buskers can often be seen performing in the streets and at various stations in Fremantle.
It is "more than just a port of call", it is an ideal place to stay. Accommodation ranges from backpackers and camping to bed and breakfasts and 4 star hotels. It is a vibrant port city rich in heritage buildings and attractions, maritime history and culture.
Fremantle has been recognised as the best-preserved example of a 19th century port streetscape in the world. It has WA’s largest collection of heritage-listed buildings many of which house attractions, museums, offices, art galleries and shops.
Maritime experiences include a visit to the working Fishing Boat Harbour and Fremantle Port as well as the Maritime Museum which houses the Batavia exhibit, one of the top maritime archaeological exhibits in the world.
Things to do
- Take a tour of the historic streetscapes on a tram or by horse and cart
- Visit the Batavia shipwreck in the maritime museum
- Challenge your senses with a ghost walk through the old Fremantle Prison
- Enjoy an outdoor concert in the grounds of the Fremantle Arts Centre
- Savour the international cuisine and coffee
- Delight in a cultural performance or street parade
- Take the family for a surf or swim at Port Beach, Leighton Beach or South Beach
- Visit in November for Fremantle Festival with acrobats, musicians and dancers
- Visit over Easter for the Street Art Festival with amazing live acts
Special Features
- The Round House Precinct - historical Fremantle gaol the first permanent building.
- Arthur Head - A-Class Reserve, and designated historical area.
- Fremantle Prison - largest and most intact convict-built cell range in Australia.
- Army Museum of Western Australia - material dating from the pre-federation colonial defence forces in Western Australia, through to the present day.
- George Street Precinct - Peaceful and pretty, its historic charms date back to the early days.
- Fremantle War Memorial - Great views over Fremantle Harbour and Garden Island, the Fremantle War Memorial was unveiled and erected on Anzac Day in 1928.
- St Johns Church and Kings Square - Considered, by many, the true heart of Fremantle.
- The grey, stonewalls of the church have stood since 1882.
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