Perth and Fremantle are neighbouring cities less than 30 minutes apart and they provide a unique window into what Western Australia has to offer.
Sitting on the banks of the Swan River, Perth is home to stunning beaches, one of the world’s largest inner city parks and botanical gardens, a 15-minute boat trip from the island paradise of Rottnest and a stones throw from some of the world’s best wine regions. The city’s spectacular natural surroundings are rivalled only by its vibrant city life, particularly following a major transformation that continues to deliver new hotels, bars, restaurants, public spaces, and cultural offerings.
Only 30-minutes from Perth, is the eclectic port city of Fremantle famous for its own distinct bohemian vibe. Fremantle is known for its maritime history and well-preserved Victorian, Georgian and Edwardian era architecture, including the World Heritage-listed Fremantle Prison which was built by convicts in the 1850s and decommissioned as an operating maximum security gaol in 1991. Today it is a popular visitor attraction in Perth.
Fremantle is home to the WA Maritime Museum and WA Shipwrecks Museum providing a unique window into the maritime history of Western Australia. Located on Victoria Quay, overlooking the Port and Indian Ocean, the Museum explores WA’s maritime history and is home to the America’s Cup-winning yacht, Australia II, an Oberon class submarine, HMAS Ovens, Jon Sanders’ Parry Endeavour and other iconic vessels.