Half-Day Historic Fremantle Tour
Description
A magical way to see the historical Port City, Fremantle. Prior to British settlement, the indigenous Noongar people inhabited the area, knew it by the name of Walyalup. Visited by Dutch explorers in the 1600s, Fremantle was named after Captain Charles Fremantle. The convict-built Fremantle Prison and is now a World Heritage Site. Fremantle was deepened for commercial shipping, into a bustling trade centre. Declared a city in 1929, Fremantle played a key role in World War II as the largest submarine base. Post-war immigration from Europe, particularly Italy, shaped Fremantle's character, after hosting the 1987 America's Cup. Today, Fremantle is recognised for Victorian and Edwardian streetscapes, convict-era heritage with a thriving arts and culinary scene. The Fremantle War Memorial is located on Monument Hill, an 11-acre public reserve, the Fallen Soldiers' and Sailors' Memorial, established by the Fremantle Town Council in 1928 to commemorate the losses of the First World War.
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Itinerary
• After your city hotel pick up, drive past the majestic Swan River and the Bell Tower. • Drive past Cottesloe Beach before heading to the main attraction of your tour, Fremantle. • You’ll then proceed to Monument Hill for a bird’s eye view of Fremantle. • Drive past the large sailing ships in the harbour and the famous E-Shed Markets. • We continue our journey onwards past the historical Round House and the luxurious yachts at Victoria Quay before driving through the buzzing cappuccino strip. • View local weekend markets • Travel back to Perth with your coach captain.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Tour is not recommended for people with walking disabilities or requiring a wheelchair
- Exact order of itinerary items may be subject to change as required
Reviews(2)
After an unexpected time change for the trip, we embarked on a very comfortable and interesting journey with Fred. He was very personable and knowledgeable. He cared that we were enjoying the trip.
It was a private driver who knew a lot of the history but because of weather it was all driving (except for stop at the Market) so ‘half day’ is a bit of a stretch. Fred was very nice and friendly.
