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FREMANTLE
Museum and admire hundreds of
relics collected from ships wrecked
along the state’s treacherous
coastline. The historic 1850s
Commissariat building, housing the
collection, makes it an exceptionally
majestic sight to behold.
TIP // Book in at Be.
Fremantle’s bright and lofty
serviced apartments to stay
close to the activity and
catch incredible ocean or
harbour views.
Adjacent to Fishing Boat Harbour,
sprawl out under the shade of the
Norfolk Island pines at Esplanade
Reserve. Let the kids roam free at
the popular youth plaza or ride
the Fremantle Tourist Wheel for
unbeatable vistas that stretch as
far as Rottnest Island / Wadjemup.
BATHERS BEACH
SOUTH FREMANTLE
accommodation options across
various budgets.
At the West End’s westernmost
point in the Arthurs Head /
Manjaree Precinct, wander up the
steps to the Round House — the
oldest standing building in Western
Australia (1886) — and with a gold
coin donation, imagine life here
as a prisoner of the Swan River
Colony prior to the construction
of Fremantle Prison. Breathe in the
salty air and experience sweeping
views of Cockburn Sound / Derbal
Nara to the west and Fremantle
Town Hall along High Street to the
east. Departing Victoria Quay, jump
on board a Captain Cook Cruise
to explore the water from a new
perspective while journeying further
afield. Allow the luxury vessel to
transport you direct to Perth, opt
for a deluxe lunch along the way, or
meander up the scenic Swan River.
Café, Char Char Restaurant +
Bar and more. Gaze out across
the glimmering water from the
outdoor decks at the internationally
acclaimed Little Creatures Brewery
and witness the working harbour
abuzz with activity, from sailboats
to fishing trawlers. For a deep dive
into the maritime activity of years
gone by, visit the WA Shipwrecks
FISHING BOAT HARBOUR
Further south, perched along
the boardwalk, you’ll find Fishing
Boat Harbour — a vibrant and
award-winning waterfront where a
banquet of seafood fare is on offer
across Cicerello’s, Kailis Fishmarket
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FISHING BOAT HARBOUR
In South Fremantle, you’ll find a lively
culinary and creative hub, ripe for
blissful outdoor living. Scents of fresh
bread exude from local bakeries like
Wild Bakery and Little Loaf, working
their magic in the mornings.
By day, bask in the radiant
sunlight at South Beach Recreation
Reserve, a picturesque oasis where
picnics under the azure sky paint
