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Our Cliffs & Caves Tour takes you by kayak to explore the stunning and imposing limestone cliffs of Blackwall Reach. This 500m section of weathered and majestic formations, is one of the Swan River’s special places, will leave you awestruck. Our highly capable, experienced, local guides will share stories with you, from first Australians to the first European Swan River Colonists as well as some of the areas historical, cultural, geographical and horticultural secrets. So come join us on this fun, upbeat and wonderfully engaging small group tour and actively connect with nature. We paddle tandem kayaks and cater for a wide range of ages and skill levels, aiming to leave you energised and with a strong sense of accomplishment.
Price: $71.08
Duration: 2 hours
This is a private tour catering for 7 seats or less. Being in a private tour with a born & bred Perth local means you get to see a lot more. Tour buses cant get to where I take you either, and you dont wait for others to play catch up! The tour is popular for its massive content, personal flexibility and its local focus. If you have particular things you want to see please let us know in advance. Expect to see the coolest things not just what you've seen in the brochures. This can also be an excellent Kid friendly tour with many locations that appeal to children of all ages. Random photo stops are part of this huge day tour.
Price: $389.71
Duration: 6-12 hours
My private tours are customised to your needs so you have flexibilty in this tour. The full list of locations listed here isn't possible in one day so please contact me to confirm if there are specific things you want - or we can discuss this in the car on the day. I take a maximum of 10 people. I don't share bookings so the tour is only you or your group and is private. The gallery of pics are all my own and I can take photos for you to add to your own memories. Every Wildflower Season is different and conditions do change through the springtime as the season warms. However no matter what you are looking for on a wildflower tour, you will find something you didn't expect and this surprise is half of the fun. A warning -The search for wildflowers can be addictive. I offer a "Metropolitan" option or a "Country Roadtrip" option to this tour. A mix & match option is possible depending on the time of year so please contact me prior to booking if you have a preference.
Price: $395.61
Duration: 8-9 hours
Explore Fremantle’s rich history and vibrant culture on foot. This tour will showcase Fremantle's colonial past, featuring stories of daring prisoner escapes and Indigenous history. The tour includes visits to historic sites like Fremantle Prison and showcases local street art and cultural landmarks.
Price: $46.67
Duration: 2 hours
You are invited to travel some 12nm (20km) off the coast of Fremantle to the beautiful waters of Rottnest Island, where an abundance of marine life awaits you. This is a fully water based experience with a maximum of 24 guests. Your vessel is a unique and luxuriously appointed 12.5m sailing catamaran equipped for a day of fun-filled adventure! Explore some the island's best bays where you can head off for a snorkel on the coral reefs. Enjoy time swimming, kayaking, or simply unwinding on the huge bows or comfortable indoor saloon. Feel the wind in your hair as we set sail back to Fremantle powered by the legendary 'Freo Doctor'. Get involved with lowering and trimming sails or even taking the helm! INCLUDED: Snorkeling equipment - masks and fins Shared us of large water toys - kayaks, SUP, water mat Marine Park Admission fee Morning Tea & Lunch (buffet) Note: This tour does not disembark at the island. A swimming waiver is required to participate in water-based activities
Price: $193.14
Duration: 8 hours
A hands-on experience where you will pull up pots of Western Rock Lobster, learning about the delicious and unique delicacy. An exquisite seafood feast will then be prepared before your eyes including lobster, sashimi salmon, freshly-shucked oysters, Blue Swimmer crabs, fish tacos, prawns and marinated octopus, accompanied by unlimited West Australian wines, beers and soft drinks.
Price: $334.23
Duration: 7 hours
You will participate in one of the world's best team-based virtual reality experiences. Blending the escape room concept with a full 3D cinematic experience to deliver a unique, immersive and mind-blowing adventure lasting ~40-50 minutes. In groups of 2, 3, 4 you will embark on a mind-blowing virtual reality time travel adventure, where you will work together to solve the mission. Each player has their own dedicated room - you will join each other in the virtual world where you talk to each other, walk around, bend, throw objects and collaborate to solve the mission. Guaranteed no motion sickness unlike inferior VR experiences (e.g. ones where you are sitting down or using poor quality VR headsets). Fun for all ages (no gore or horror) - friends, families (ages 8+), birthday parties, kids’ parties, hens/bucks nights, school groups and corporate team building.
Price: $39.49
Duration: 1 hours
This Private Tour can be taken any time of year but is especially good fun in winter when bush walks are a warming activity and rivers, waterfalls and creeks are running with fresh rains. Its also just a great place to sample some of the best local wines or just try some amazing food. August to October is also spring wildflower season and the incredible Araluen Tulip displays. The Darling Mountain Range, (locally called the Perth Hills), is a region approximately 30 minutes from Perth City. It parallels the coastline and has many attractions that can fill a day with activities. How many things you want to do is up to you so please contact me prior to booking to confirm your special plans OR simply let me show you some of the most beautiful natural bushland on Perths doorstep. The Bickley Valley is a particularly beautiful region full of fruit and wine orchards, cideries and great restaurants. In winter you can also see roadside displays of the golden wattle trees in full bloom.
Price: $344.64
Duration: 6 hours
Dutch explorers once marvelled at black swans near the mouth of the Swan River, in the area that later became Fremantle. On self-guided audio tour, you’ll explore the historic port town that became Western Australia’s gateway to the world. You’ll also find out how Fremantle went from a struggling colonial outpost to a bustling gold rush hub. This tour starts as soon as you exit the train at the Fremantle Railway Station, once the beginning of WA’s first urban train line. You’ll walk through the heart of the colony, following Market Street and the High Street mall with its stunning examples of Australian colonial architecture. You’ll hear tales of bushrangers who escaped the notorious Fremantle Prison, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed site that was built by the very convicts who would be imprisoned within its walls. The tour ends at Arthur Head, where Captain Charles Fremantle first planted the Union Jack in 1829.
Price: $9.99
Duration: 1-1 hours
This is the only tour of its kind and can be booked privately with a minimum of two. You get to explore most of Perth along the Swan River and it is beautiful. Fall in love with Perth. Having our local guide adds to the adventure as you don't miss a thing and explore many hidden gems.
Price: $154.37
Duration: 4-5 hours
Discover the vibrant heart of Perth on this extended 4-hour private chauffeured tour. Designed for those who want more time to explore, this experience offers a balance of Perth’s most iconic landmarks and hidden gems—all at your pace and in complete comfort. Travel in a fully licensed, air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver-guide who shares local stories and adapts the itinerary to suit your interests. This tour is ideal for visitors seeking a flexible, insightful, and relaxing half-day in Perth. Whether it’s your first visit or you’re rediscovering the city with guests, this private tour provides quality time in all the right places.
Price: $448.75
Duration: 4 hours
Linni is a private vessel that only takes up to 12 divers to offer the most personal experience. The crew is very passionate and love scuba diving. The boat is also very comfortable, dry and we hope you will find your day relaxing. We take our time to answer your question, to get your ready and we make this experience very accessible to all certified divers: from a new open water diver to experienced advanced divers IMPORTANT INFORMATION: You MUST BE a certified diver to join and have been diving within the last 12 months to join
Price: $168.73
Duration: 8 hours
Fremantle must be the most perfect location for an electric bike tour in Australia, with an abundance of bike lanes, leafy streets and history. The other thing about Fremantle is that it is relatively spread out, so to see all of the sites and get an appreciation of the area you really need a bike. Perth Electric Bike Tours is run in conjunction with our shop Perth Electric Bikes, right in the heart of Freo at the corner of Adelaide and Point streets. This means that we have an a large selection of new and perfectly maintained electric bikes and all the appropriate safety gear. Riding an electric bike is as easy as riding a regular bike, but without the effort, any level of fitness can do this tour.
Price: $114.88
Duration: 3-4 hours
Watch Fremantle, the Port and Harbour come alive with a kaleidoscope of colors as we journey out into the waters of Cockburn Sound and raise the sails just in time for sunset. Watch the day turn into night and the stars come out to shine! Enjoy a glass of bubbles and nibble on complimentary antipasto as you settle in with your loved one or friends for the next 2 hours. Keep an eye out for pods of dolphins or humpback whales on their southern migration (Sept-Nov). This luxury appointed sailing catamaran is a blue-water vessel noted for her stable ride and huge deck space, being nearly twice the width of a single hull vessel. Tour numbers on this experience are capped at 24 to ensure everyone has space to sit and relax. BYO is also permitted meaning no extra costs once onboard. Note: Time of departure varies due to sunset times changing each month - please check when booking. Tour is suitable for ages 15+. Ocean sailing is wind and weather dependent.
Price: $85.44
Duration: 2 hours
Skydive over WA's favourite holiday island and travel there in style by ferry. TANDEM SKYDIVE WITH GERONIMO INCLUDES: *Same day return adult ferry ticket, ex B-Shed Fremantle * Stunning flight to altitude over Rottnest Island with views of Perth City and WA coastline beyond * Exhilarating up to 66 seconds of free fall time with your experienced Skydive Instructor * 5 minute parachute ride with unobstructed views of the island * Beach landing on one of Australia’s most beautiful beaches * Share your experience instantly with your friends (requires purchase of optional video packages)
Price: $338.89
Duration: 24 hours
Take a Walk on the Dark Side... Venture into Fremantle’s history and reveal the secret tales of a town whose tough residents created a much darker legacy. Join us on a guided journey through Fremantle’s darkest corners, revisiting the paths of notorious criminals and uncovering the grisly secrets buried beneath the city's tranquil surface. Travel to an era of intrigue, mysterious disappearances, cold-blooded acts, and unbelievable excuses while discovering the city’s hidden lore. Witness the stark contrast between Fremantle’s picturesque charm and its dark, violent history, offering ample photographic opportunities. Fremantle has a history filled with more than just the salt of the sea. Beneath the lively port town lies a darker side, one forged in the shadows of its wharves, rough streets, and the notorious men who called it home. ...stories Fremantle thought it had sentenced to history...
Price: $24.41
Duration: 1 hours
Enjoy two dives, snorkels or a day relaxing on Blue Destiny's 68ft Catamaran at Perth's underwater playground, Rottnest Island Western Australia. Beautiful limestone reefs covered in soft corals, lots of fish life and a wonderful day out on the boat, only 45 minutes from Fremantle.
Price: $186.68
Duration: 6-8 hours
Your Rottnest Island Day Trip includes 2 Deep Boat Dives minimum 30 metres. You must be a qualified diver (minimum Advanced) to attend this activity. Blue Destiny DO NOT provide dive guides, however, one can be allocated by advance booking. If you're an experienced and confident diver you will be allocated a buddy to dive with (if you're travelling on your own) or you're welcome to dive with your friends (if travelling in a pair/group). We will endeavour to pair you with a diver of similar experience and equipment configuration (i.e. rebreather, twins/sidemount or single), however, this cannot be guaranteed so if you're travelling alone please be flexible.
Price: $186.68
Duration: 8 hours
Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: AUD
- Languages: English, with some Italian, Greek, and other European languages spoken by tourists and local communities
- Climate: Mediterranean
- Timezone: Australia/Perth
- Population: Approximately 30,000 residents
- Best Time to Visit: best time to visit Fremantle is during the Australian spring and autumn months when the weather is mild.
- Visa Requirements Visitors to Fremantle generally require a visa to enter Australia. Citizens from the US, UK, EU, Canada, and New Zealand can apply for an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) or eVisitor visa, which allows short-term tourist visits. Visa-free entry is not available for most tourists. Visa on arrival is not offered for Fremantle or Australia. Travelers must have a valid passport, proof of onward travel, and sufficient funds.
About Fremantle
Fremantle is a charming port city located at the mouth of the Swan River in Western Australia. It offers a unique blend of rich maritime history, vibrant arts culture, and a laid-back coastal lifestyle. Visitors are drawn to its beautifully preserved colonial buildings, bustling markets, and lively café culture. Fremantle’s harbor is a hub of activity with fishing boats, cruise ships, and waterfront dining. The city is also known for its creative spirit, showcased in numerous galleries, street art, and music festivals. Its Mediterranean climate makes it an ideal year-round destination. Fremantle’s proximity to Perth allows easy access while providing a distinct atmosphere that contrasts with the modern city. Tourists enjoy exploring historic sites like the Fremantle Prison, sampling fresh seafood, and relaxing on sandy beaches. The city’s friendly vibe, combined with cultural richness and scenic beauty, makes Fremantle a compelling destination for travelers seeking history, culture, and coastal charm.
Fremantle Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of Western Australia
- Duration Range: 2-8 hours
- Group Size: Flexible group sizes
- Difficulty Level: Mixed Difficulty
- Recommended For: The best time to visit Fremantle is during the Australian spring and autumn months when the weather is mild. Pack comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and casual clothing. Respect local customs such as greeting with a handshake and tipping modestly in restaurants. Fremantle is generally safe, but standard precautions should be taken in crowded areas. Credit cards are widely accepted, but carrying some Australian dollars in cash is advisable for markets and small vendors.
Average Tour Price: $65
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Highest Price Tour: $220
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Important Tour Information
- Bring comfortable walking shoes and appropriate clothing
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- Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes early
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Top Attractions
1. Fremantle Prison – A UNESCO World Heritage site offering guided tours of the historic convict-built prison. 2. Fremantle Markets – A vibrant market featuring local crafts, fresh produce, and street food. 3. Roundhouse – The oldest public building in Western Australia with panoramic views of the harbor. 4. Western Australian Maritime Museum – Showcasing maritime history, including the famous Australia II yacht. 5. Bathers Beach – A popular beach near the city center perfect for swimming and relaxing.
Popular Activities
Visitors can enjoy harbor cruises, explore the local art galleries, and participate in walking tours of historic Fremantle. Adventure seekers can try surfing or stand-up paddleboarding at nearby beaches. Food lovers can join culinary tours or cooking classes focusing on local seafood. Cultural experiences include live music events, craft beer tastings at local breweries, and attending festivals such as the Fremantle Festival or Street Arts Festival.
Frequently Asked Questions
Local Food & Cuisine
Fremantle’s food scene is heavily influenced by its maritime location and multicultural heritage. Signature dishes include fresh seafood like fish and chips, oysters, and calamari. The city is known for its vibrant café culture, with many establishments serving artisan coffee and locally sourced ingredients. Italian and Mediterranean influences are strong, reflected in popular dishes such as wood-fired pizzas and pasta. Noteworthy restaurants include Little Creatures Brewery for craft beer and casual dining, and Bread in Common for rustic, seasonal fare.
Getting Around
Fremantle is accessible by train from Perth, with frequent services taking about 30 minutes. Local buses and taxis provide additional options within the city. Walking and cycling are popular ways to explore Fremantle’s compact center. Parking is available but can be limited during peak times. Costs for public transport are moderate, and purchasing a day pass is convenient for tourists.
Travel Tips
The best time to visit Fremantle is during the Australian spring and autumn months when the weather is mild. Pack comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and casual clothing. Respect local customs such as greeting with a handshake and tipping modestly in restaurants. Fremantle is generally safe, but standard precautions should be taken in crowded areas. Credit cards are widely accepted, but carrying some Australian dollars in cash is advisable for markets and small vendors.
Culture & Customs
Fremantle has a relaxed, friendly culture with a strong emphasis on community and the arts. Social customs include casual dress and open, informal communication. The city hosts significant events like the Fremantle Festival and the Street Arts Festival, celebrating local creativity and diversity. Visitors should be mindful of environmental conservation efforts, especially around beaches and parks. Politeness and respect for indigenous heritage sites are important.
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