Top Things To Do
Dining & Entertainment
Fremantle's streets are alive with pubs, bars, restaurants, and cafés bustling with visitors from around the world. Wander the lively Cappuccino Strip, Wray Avenue, and South Terrace for vibrant cafés, or visit one of the stylish microbreweries serving a wide selection of craft ales. A strong Italian influence has inspired numerous pizza and pasta spots, while Asian, Indian, and other global cuisines are scattered throughout the town. Popular seafood restaurants line the colourful Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour, and the nightlife offers live music in clubs, pubs, and bars into the early hours - perfectly timed with the cafés opening for morning coffee.
Arts & Culture
Art lovers are catered for in Fremantle with arts and cultural experiences ranging from art galleries to street art. Its people are innovative and passionate creators of music, art, and personal expression. Take a selfie with a giant numbat or be blown away by the creativity on display at the East West mural in South Fremantle. Be sure to visit some of Fremantle's iconic statues, including the CY O'Connor statue at the entrance to Victoria Quay, the bronze fishermen at Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour, and the Bon Scott memorial statue – a tribute to the lead singer of AC/DC and arguably Fremantle’s most famous son. Fremantle is also home to Notre Dame University Australia, whose investment in and restoration of many fine old buildings has brought new life to the West End, as students from all over the world fill its streets.
Shopping & Markets
Fremantle offers seven days a week shopping, allowing visitors to relax over a cup of coffee before going in search of innovative fashion or a special gift from Fremantle's quirky shopping precincts. Shoppers love Fremantle for its funky Australian fashions and independent designs. With young and upcoming designers choosing Fremantle to launch their stunning new designs, there are around 50 boutiques crammed into Market and High Streets. Don't miss the vibrant Fremantle Markets for the freshest fruit and veg, as well as an eclectic mix of buskers, stalls, and goods. Even if you don't buy anything, an afternoon pottering through the markets is enough to forget your everyday worries.
Historic Fremantle
Steeped in pioneering history, Fremantle is recognised as the world's best-preserved 19th-century port streetscape, home to the state's largest collection of heritage-listed buildings, and a city of extraordinary stories with a depth of character found nowhere else. The 12-sided Round House Prison, built in 1831, stands next to the Whalers Tunnel, which connects Bathers Beach to the town. Fremantle Prison, constructed by convicts in the 1850s, is a premier heritage attraction offering a range of engaging tours.
Fremantle’s maritime heritage is showcased at the WA Maritime Museum, home to world-class displays including the Australia II yacht, winner of the 1983 America's Cup. Nearby, the WA Shipwreck Museum reveals artifacts from the infamous 17th-century Batavia shipwreck, telling stories of bravery, survival, and mutiny. The Fremantle Arts Centre, housed in a convict-built neo-Gothic building from 1860, offers gallery spaces, a café, and a gift shop. Explore Fremantle’s rich history through guided tours, offering an immersive journey through its heritage buildings and streets.
Beyond Fremantle's CBD
Outside Fremantle's city centre you'll find gorgeous beaches and walking and bicycle trails meandering along the sparkling waters of the coast and the river's edge. South Fremantle with its calm beaches and restaurants has emerged as a vital part of the Fremantle experience and in East Fremantle you'll find river walks, parks and restaurants. Leighton Beach and Port Beach are famous for their long stretches of white sand and beachside cafés while North Fremantle is a haven for cafés, restaurants and live music bars. Families are also well catered for with a wildlife sanctuary, water theme park, mini golf and ice-skating!
