Top Fremantle Cultural Tours

Save time spent waiting in line by pre-booking this SeaLink Rottnest Island round-trip ferry ticket from Fremantle. Choose from various morning and afternoon departure times to best organize your day on Rottnest Island, a protected nature reserve affectionately called “Rotto” by locals. Spend the day on the island lounging on white-sand beaches, hiking, quokka-spotting, and more.

Enjoy a hassle-free way to experience the best of Rottnest Island on this full-day trip. Travel to Rottnest by ferry from either Perth or Fremantle, then embark on a sightseeing tour of the island by coach. While listening to your guide’s narration, check out landmarks including the West End and Wadjemup Lighthouse. Then, have free time to explore the car-free island at your leisure, and see the sights that interest you most.

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.

Discover all the highlights of Perth including Fremantle, Cottesloe Beach, and Kings Park on this jam-packed day trip. A great way to squeeze in visits to all Perth’s best sights—and see some friendly kangaroos—without having to worry about planning an itinerary, renting a car, or finding parking, this full-day tour is perfect for maximizing your time in the city. You can even customize it to suit your interests (and those of your group).

Enjoy an easy way to visit Rottnest Island—known for its white-sand beaches, secluded bays, and scenic bike paths—with this convenient sightseeing package. After taking a ferry trip from Perth or Fremantle, explore at your leisure with an included bike rental. Follow scenic trails, spot pink salt lakes, and upgrade to include a snorkel rental. After a full day out, take a return ferry to your original departure point.

See Rottnest Island from the water on this day trip that includes a high-speed wildlife boat ride. Travel to the island—a favorite local getaway due to its secluded beaches and relaxing environment—by high-speed ferry from Perth or Fremantle. Then embark on a thrilling ride to look for seals, dolphins, sea birds, and other marine life. Afterward, you have free time on the island to explore independently—rent a bike or go swimming off one of the white-sand beaches.