One of the first settlements in Western Australia, Fremantle is well known for its maritime history, Victorian architecture and many reminders of the port’s beginnings as a British penal colony. Exploring the local area on foot is the best way to discover the rich tapestry of Freo’s history. These are our must see spots during your visit.  View our map to discover more.
Located at the Fremantle Town Hall, the Visitor Centre is the official visitor information centre for Fremantle. Volunteers are local experts and can let you know what’s on in town during your stay and places you shouldn’t miss. They can also book tours and offer bike hire for visitors.
Kings Square, Fremantle
More than a gallery, the Freo Arts Centre is home to exhibitions by local artists, workshops, artists-in-residence and open-air concerts in the walled garden. The building itself opened its doors in 1864 as the Convict Establishment Fremantle Lunatic Asylum & Invalid Depot. Over time it has been used as a Women’s Home, as a home for American naval servicemen during WW2, a technical school and now as an Arts Centre.
1 Finnerty Street, Fremantle
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Fremantle Wesley Uniting Church
Beautiful limestone church built in 1841
South Mole Lighthouse
Visitors can drive or walk along a narrow peninsula to this bright beacon offering scenic views.
North Mole Lighthouse
The North Mole Lighthouse began operation in 1906 at entrance to Fremantle Harbour. N Mole Dr, North Fremantle
WA Shipwrecks Museum
Restored 1850s-era commissariat building with artifacts documenting shipwrecks & their relics.
Fremantle War Memorial
Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour
Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour is a commercial marina and home to many iconic Fremantle restaurants and Little Creatures brewery.
Bon Scott Memorial
Bronze statue depicting late Australian resident Bon Scott, lead singer of the rock band AC/DC.
WA Maritime Museum
Waterfront museum featuring a guided submarine tour, a range of iconic vessels & history exhibits.
Samson House
Historical landmark
Saint Patrick's Basilica
Artillery Drill Hall
This 1890s practice facility for the volunteer artillery corps is now a club & venue for musicians.
Fremantle Arts Centre
Built in 1864, Fremantle Arts Centre has had a rich and varied history.
The Round House & Whalers Tunnel
Visit the oldest public building in Western Australia, on picturesque Bathers Beach
Fremantle Prison
Closed in 1991 after almost 140 years as a prison, Fremantle Prison is a must see during your stay.
Fremantle Visitors Centre & Town Hall
Visit this fully restored heritage building to plan your stay in WA, get local maps, book tours and speak with friendly volunteers about current local special events.
Constructed in 1887, the Fremantle Town Hall was heritage listed in 1993. The building, designed in the Victorian Free Classical style. Typical of Fremantle, the building is constructed using local limestone. The building was fully restored in 2017, returning it to its original condition.
Kings Square, Fremantle
Built by convicts in the 1850’s, the prison was active for almost 140 years. There are daily tours around the prison. For those a little more adventurous, there are tours into the tunnels 20m beneath the prison by foot and boat and eerie torchlight tours at night.
1 The Terrace, Fremantle
Under the Round House you’ll find Whalers tunnel. Although it’s short, it is steeped in history. Convict built to provide direct access from Bathers Beach to the Town of Fremantle, it was used to transport whale goods to the community.
Captains Lane, Fremantle
Built by convicts in the 1850’s, the prison was active for almost 140 years. There are daily tours around the prison. For those a little more adventurous, there are tours into the tunnels 20m beneath the prison by foot and boat and eerie torchlight tours at night.
1 The Terrace, Fremantle
Local arts and crafts created by indigenous artists are just the start at Walyalup Aboriginal Cultural Centre. Also on display you will be able to watch artisans at work and learn about local indigenous culture.
12 Captain’s Lane, Fremantle
Undoubtedly the best way to discover the history of Fremantle is to put on some comfortable shoes and hit the pavement. With such a rich history, you’ll stumble upon many hidden historical gems on foot, discover somewhere to stop for a bite to eat and drink & shop for gifts to take home with you.
One of the first settlements in Western Australia, Fremantle is well known for its maritime history, Victorian architecture and many reminders of the port’s beginnings as a British penal colony. Exploring the local area on foot is the best way to discover the rich tapestry of Freo’s history. These are our must see spots during your visit.  View our map to discover more.
Located at the Fremantle Town Hall, the Visitor Centre is the official visitor information centre for Fremantle. Volunteers are local experts and can let you know what’s on in town during your stay and places you shouldn’t miss. They can also book tours and offer bike hire for visitors.
Kings Square, Fremantle
Constructed in 1887, the Fremantle Town Hall was heritage listed in 1993. The building, designed in the Victorian Free Classical style. Typical of Fremantle, the building is constructed using local limestone. The building was fully restored in 2017, returning it to its original condition.
Kings Square, Fremantle
Built by convicts in the 1850’s, the prison was active for almost 140 years. There are daily tours around the prison. For those a little more adventurous, there are tours into the tunnels 20m beneath the prison by foot and boat and eerie torchlight tours at night.
1 The Terrace, Fremantle
Local arts and crafts created by indigenous artists are just the start at Walyalup Aboriginal Cultural Centre. Also on display you will be able to watch artisans at work and learn about local indigenous culture.
12 Captain’s Lane, Fremantle
Built by convicts in the 1850’s, the prison was active for almost 140 years. There are daily tours around the prison. For those a little more adventurous, there are tours into the tunnels 20m beneath the prison by foot and boat and eerie torchlight tours at night.
1 The Terrace, Fremantle
Under the Round House you’ll find Whalers tunnel. Although it’s short, it is steeped in history. Convict built to provide direct access from Bathers Beach to the Town of Fremantle, it was used to transport whale goods to the community.
Captains Lane, Fremantle
More than a gallery, the Freo Arts Centre is home to exhibitions by local artists, workshops, artists-in-residence and open-air concerts in the walled garden. The building itself opened its doors in 1864 as the Convict Establishment Fremantle Lunatic Asylum & Invalid Depot. Over time it has been used as a Women’s Home, as a home for American naval servicemen during WW2, a technical school and now as an Arts Centre.
1 Finnerty Street, Fremantle
Port Mill B&B
Your home away from home while you're staying in Fremantle, Western Australia
Fremantle Wesley Uniting Church
Beautiful limestone church built in 1841
South Mole Lighthouse
Visitors can drive or walk along a narrow peninsula to this bright beacon offering scenic views.
North Mole Lighthouse
The North Mole Lighthouse began operation in 1906 at entrance to Fremantle Harbour. N Mole Dr, North Fremantle
WA Shipwrecks Museum
Restored 1850s-era commissariat building with artifacts documenting shipwrecks & their relics.
Fremantle War Memorial
Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour
Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour is a commercial marina and home to many iconic Fremantle restaurants and Little Creatures brewery.
Bon Scott Memorial
Bronze statue depicting late Australian resident Bon Scott, lead singer of the rock band AC/DC.
WA Maritime Museum
Waterfront museum featuring a guided submarine tour, a range of iconic vessels & history exhibits.
Samson House
Historical landmark
Saint Patrick's Basilica
Artillery Drill Hall
This 1890s practice facility for the volunteer artillery corps is now a club & venue for musicians.
Fremantle Arts Centre
Built in 1864, Fremantle Arts Centre has had a rich and varied history.
The Round House & Whalers Tunnel
Visit the oldest public building in Western Australia, on picturesque Bathers Beach
Fremantle Prison
Closed in 1991 after almost 140 years as a prison, Fremantle Prison is a must see during your stay.
Fremantle Visitors Centre & Town Hall
Visit this fully restored heritage building to plan your stay in WA, get local maps, book tours and speak with friendly volunteers about current local special events.
Port Mill’s Bed & Breakfast accomodation in Fremantle includes four suites. Each suite has its own private ensuite and Juliet balcony. As a boutique bed and breakfast hotel, each room has an individual style. For longer stays we recommend booking the Zyutdorp Suite which includes a full size bath tub, washing machine and clothes dryer.
The Batavia Suite has a queen bed and balcony view of the courtyard garden and fountain
LEARN MOREThis suite has a bath, washing machine & clothes dryer, perfect for longer stays
LEARN MOREPort Mill’s Bed & Breakfast accomodation in Fremantle includes four suites. Each suite has its own private ensuite and Juliet balcony. As a boutique bed and breakfast hotel, each room has an individual style. For longer stays we recommend booking the Zyutdorp Suite which includes a full size bath tub, washing machine and clothes dryer.
This suite has a bath, washing machine & clothes dryer, perfect for longer stays
LEARN MOREThe Batavia Suite has a queen bed and balcony view of the courtyard garden and fountain
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Your home away from home while you're staying in Fremantle, Western Australia
Facilities: Home away from home; Value: Great deal; Service: Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Pristine; lovely breakfasts a bonus Location Nothing Outstanding
Facilities: Good; Value: Affordable; Service: Outstanding; Cleanliness: Immaculate; Great location and cute surroundings Outstanding
Lovely quaint B&B Lovely quaint little B&B the room was beautiful and very clean. Right in the heart of Freo. Staff very friendly.
Very enjoyable and good location The breakfast tray and the nice touch of cereal etc being in containers and not packaged Tissues in the room
Good The bed was super comfy and bathroom was clean and spacious. It would have been better if they supplied clean towels on second day.
Facilities: Home away from home; Value: Great deal; Service: Courteous; Cleanliness: Immaculate; Exceptional location Great architecture Long life milk Outstanding
Excellent B&B set in Period townhouse complex Located in historic downtown Fremantle Walking distance to many sites. Friendly helpful staff. Great breakfast cafe across street. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay!! Staff friendly and helpful
Excellent location, good rooms The location was superb Nobody was at the desk during the day
Facilities: great character; Value: Fantastic, Lovely breakfasts a bonus; Service: Go the extra mile; Location, location, location..... Outstanding
Felt like Europe The accommodation had a lovely European feel. It felt safe and the ambient feel was calm. Shopping, dining and driving was easy and convenient. A good selection of teas and coffee satchels, biscuits and sweet treats. Love it!
Port Mill B&B
Your home away from home while you're staying in Fremantle, Western Australia
Port Mill B&B
Your home away from home while you're staying in Fremantle, Western Australia