Fremantle
Things to do in Fremantle
Fremantle Arts Centre
FREMANTLE ARTS CENTRE1 Finnerty StreetFremantle Western Australia T +61 8 9432 9555 www.fac.org.au Fremantle Arts Centre (FAC) is a multi-arts organisation that's been going strong for 36 years. Located on Finnerty Street, the...
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Address: 1 The TerraceFremantle Western Australia 6160 Phone:08 9336 9200 Website: http://www.fremantleprison.com.au/ A tour of Fremantle Prison is a fantastic and fascinating day out whether you are a local, interstate or...
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Fremantle is Perth's old port town and is much loved for its festive atmosphere. Fremantle was the final destination for so many European migrants and its unique street café culture bears evidence to this. Freo, as it's endearingly called by locals, is fun and happening, but also laid back and easy. This mix is nicely complemented by backpackers who have come to establish a base here, and there are five well equipped hostels which are all centrally located.
One of Freo's most famous attractions is the Fremantle Markets. The main building here houses fresh fruit and veg plus local arts and crafts stalls, while the outdoors annex is abuzz with a quality food court and bar. Go shopping then grab something tasty to eat. The markets are open Friday-Sunday.
Another pivotal attraction here is Freo's integrated waterfront location. Fremantle Harbour is a delight on a summer's day. Nearby is Esplanade Park which is a shady expanse of green that plays host to many festivals throughout the summer.
A somewhat eerie attraction is the Fremantle Prison. No longer operating as a gaol, the prison has been converted into a tourist attraction and hosts one of Western Australia's most exciting adventures: The Tunnels Tour. The Tunnels are a maze of daunting dark catacombs 20 meters underneath the prison. Well worth a look-see.
Check out is the Roundhouse Gaol. This is where the first convicts were placed in holding cells when they got off the boat. The place is heritage listed, and like many heritage buildings in Fremantle, it is reputed to be haunted.
Freo is also an ideal hop on point for Rottnest ferries, being a shorter trip (only 45 mins) than from Perth. See www.freofocus.com
Things to do
• Enjoy a coffee or eight on the cappuccino strip.
Boat Harbour
• Amble through the historic Fremantle Markets
(Fri – Sun)
• Laze by the sea at South Beach, Bather's Bay or Leighton.
Tours, activities & attractions
Fremantle Prison
1 The Terrace
Fremantle WA 6160
+ 61 8 9336 9200
http://www.fremantleprison.com.au
Fremantle Markets
South Terrace
Fremantle WA 6160
+ 61 8 9335 2515
www.fremantlemarkets.com.au
Events
Fremantle Village Art Market
Enjoy a day of music, colour and creativity in a fantastic setting under the fig trees in the heart of Fremantle.
When: Every Saturday from November through to April.10am to 4pm
Pubs, Bars & Clubs
Clancy's Fish Pub51 Cantonment St
The Clink
Unit 2/16 South Terrace
Fly By Night
Parry Street
Kulcha
13 South Terrace
Metropolis
58 South Terrace
Mojos Bar
237 Queen Victoria St North Fremantle
47 South Terrace
The Orient Hotel
39 High Street
The Sail and Anchor
64 South Terrace
Mews Road
The Newport Hotel
2 South Terrace
Swan Basement
201 Queen Victoria St
North Fremantle
Fremantle Pubs
