Few places in Australia, or for that matter the world, offer such an intriguing mix of history, industry, art and leisure as is offered by the port City of Fremantle.
If you find yourself in Fremantle, here are just a few things you can do.
Experiences found in Fremantle:
Walk a Fremantle Trail
Fremantle Trails is a series of trails around Fremantle taking you on a personalised tour of our City. There is a trail for everyone, whether you are interested in art, maritime, fashion or beer! Each trail will take between 2 - 4 hours.
Revel in the Fashion
Fremantle is open 7 days a week, take a stroll down Essex Street, Market Street, High Street, South Terrace or any other street in Fremantle and see where the shop-fronts take you. Fashion Designers are a scattered through out the City, for something original -find yourself in Fremantle.
Go to Market
The ever popular
Fremantle Markets located at the corner of Henderson Street and South Terrace is open Friday to Sunday and Monday Public Holidays. Housed in a grand old victorian building, over 150 stalls with everything from fresh food, fashion, crafts and gifts along with live entertainment from talented buskers, Fremantle markets is a great place to spend a day in Fremantle.
E-Shed Market is the only waterfront market in Western Australia. Located at Victoria Quay, the market offers a wide variety of products and souvenirs, a selection of local fine art work and crafts and has an international food court. E-Shed is open Friday to Sunday and Public Holidays.
Step Back in Time
Take a stroll to the iconic Round House in Fremantle's historic west end; home to some of Western Australia's most beautiful heritage buildings.Step into the shoes of a convict at the Fremantle Prison and spend an afternoon at Fremantle Arts Centre, the Maritime Museum or browsing through one of the many local art galleries and museums.
Something for the Palate!
There is no better way to experience Fremantle then to enjoy delicious coffee at the
Cappuccino Strip on South Terrace. Sit back, relax and people-watch all day long! If beer is more your style, drop into one of the local micro-breweries such as the
Sail and Anchor,
Little Creatures or
Mad Monk. Tuck into delicious asian food at
Old Shanghai (opposite the Fremantle Markets) open Wednesday to Sunday 11am till 8pm and many establishments on Adelaide Street. For Fish n Chips you can't go past the
Fishing Boat Harbour, world famous seafood in a magical setting. For chocoholics catch the free CAT bus down South Terrace to indulge in free chocolate and fudge tasting at the
Fremantle Chocolate Factory.
Experience the Fremantle Doctor
The Fremantle Doctor, as known by locals is the afternoon breeze that sweeps across the City. You can listen to the sounds of the Fremantle Doctor at the wind harp sculpture on the
Fishing Boat Harbour Trail or for an adventure, sail to Carnac Island where you can view seals, whales, dolphins and other exotic Australian animals in their natural environment (seasonal). Even jump on a ferry to
Rottnest Island for the day. As the day nears to an end watch the sun slip into the Indian ocean on
South Beach at sunset.
AFL Fans - Journey to the Home of Fremantle Football Club
Western Australia is a two team town when it comes to football (Australian Football League), Fremantle is home the
Fremantle Dockers (Fremantle Football Club). Visit the home of the
Fremantle Dockers at Fremantle oval on Parry Street (behind Fremantle Markets).
For more information visit
Fremantle Visitor Centre in Kings Square Fremantle. Book your tours and accommodation or for local knowledge on an area’s hidden gems and current events.
Address: Town Hall, Kings Square, Fremantle, WA 6160, AUSTRALIA
Tel: 61 8 9431 7878
Fax: 61 8 9431 7755
Email: ftb@fremantlewa.com.au or fill out the
Contact Us form.
Have a great time finding yourself in Fremantle.
