A Visitor's Guide to Fremantle, WA: Top Things to Do and Souvenirs to Bring Home

"Freo", as the locals call it, gets under your skin the moment you arrive. Heritage streetscapes, a working harbour, the warm Fremantle Doctor breeze in the afternoon and a creative spirit all its own. Here's how to spend a perfect day in Fremantle, from a Perth family that has been sharing the best of WA with visitors for over 30 years.

Wander the heritage West End

Fremantle has one of the best-preserved collections of colonial and gold-rush era buildings in Australia. Stroll the West End's grand streets, stop for coffee on the famous cappuccino strip on South Terrace, and visit the Round House, the oldest public building in Western Australia, for views over the ocean.

Step back in time at Fremantle Prison

The World Heritage-listed Fremantle Prison is one of WA's most fascinating heritage experiences. Join a daytime tour to hear the convict stories, or, if you're brave, book a torchlight tour after dark.

Explore the WA Maritime Museum

Right on Victoria Quay, the Maritime Museum is home to Australia II, the yacht that won the 1983 America's Cup. You can also tour a real submarine, the HMAS Ovens.

Fish and chips at the Fishing Boat Harbour

No trip to Freo is complete without fish and chips by the water. Watch the fishing boats come and go, then wander along the boardwalk to Bathers Beach for a sunset over the Indian Ocean. Little Creatures, set in an old boat shed on the harbour, is a local favourite too.

Ride the wheel and catch the ferry to Rottnest

Take a spin on the Fremantle wheel for views over the port, then hop on a ferry to Rottnest Island to meet the quokkas. Read more in our guide to the top things to do in Perth.

Fremantle's Aboriginal heritage

Fremantle, known as Walyalup, sits on the traditional lands of the Whadjuk Noongar people. To take home a piece of Australia's Aboriginal art and culture, explore our Aboriginal art gift range, with mugs, tea towels and placemats featuring the work of Aboriginal artists.

Your one-stop souvenir shop

After a day in Freo, finish your souvenir shopping at WA's leading one-stop souvenir shop. Our family has been in the souvenir trade for over 30 years, and you'll find magnets, totes, plush, tea towels, Aboriginal art gifts and much more in one place. Prefer to shop from home? We ship Australia-wide, with free standard shipping on Australian orders over $150, and overseas.

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