Fremantle: Convicts and Colonials
Perth, Australia
From EUR 62.13
Office phone number: For calls made in Australia: 1800 459 388 For calls made outside Australia: +61 (0)8 7007 0492
Fremantle: Convicts and Colonials
Perth, Australia
Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.
Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
Fremantle is Perth’s hip and historic cousin, an easy 25 minutes from the city. Heritage buildings and boutique shops line the pretty streets alongside trendy cafés selling locally-made treats. Explore the best of Fremantle with a local by your side; take a stroll down the cappuccino strip and around the harbours, hear tall tales of old salty seadogs and crafty convicts and stop for lunch at our favourite local restaurant before ending your tour at one of the British Empire’s most notorious correctional facilities; UNESCO-listed Fremantle Prison!
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Highlights
- Learn about the fascinating people that shaped Fremantle - or 'Freo' for short!
- Uncover the stories of Fremantle’s maritime past, pioneering heroes, shady criminals, and famous jail breaks.
- See landmarks like the Roundhouse and Fremantle Prison
- Discover the local stories that make Freo what it is today - an awesome city to explore!
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Schedule details
- Duration: 4 hours
- Meeting point:
Fremantle Visitor Information Centre – Kings Square Fremantle WA 6160
Please note: Starting April 1, 2019 the new meeting time will be 11am
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- Starting time: 11.00 AM
- Ending point:
Fremantle Prison - Fremantle Prison, 1 The Terrace, Fremantle WA 6160
Language: English
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, lunch, entry to Fremantle Prison, entry to the Fremantle Roundhouse
Exclusions: Items of a personal nature, tips or gratuities for guides, meals, bottled water.
Your adventures begins at the Fremantle Town Hall and rest assured, this walking tour is no boring history lesson, but rather takes a non-traditional route, discovering factual, anecdotal, and downright fascinating local stories.
Renowned for its well-preserved architectural heritage, including colonial buildings and one of the most infamous prisons in the British Empire, the locals here were as hard as nails; salty sea dogs who rubbed shoulders with newly- arrived immigrants to create a town full of characters – some of who's stories you’ll be amazed to hear about from your local guide!
Once home to whaling stations and mass immigration, Freo is now a charming town, which is celebrated for its variety of restaurants and multicultural history. Lunch at a locally owned venue is included in the tour. You'll hear of local tales, such as Irish prisoners escaping, comical British bushrangers, and the shameful expulsion of Indigenous peoples to Rottnest Island.
There is no better way to explore Freo than with a local guide to tell you all its fascinating stories and visit its amazing sites, of which there are many, if you hadn't guessed!
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Additional information
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, lunch, entry to Fremantle Prison, entry to the Fremantle Roundhouse
Exclusions: Items of a personal nature, tips or gratuities for guides, meals, bottled water.
Dress standard: Please wear comfortable shoes and dress as you see appropriate to the weather. April – Aug may expect cold/rain so be prepared. Check out the weather report the day before.
Your Trip: This trip is offered on a "join-in" basis. Maximum group size is 12
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.
Child Policy: This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of 6 and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select ‘child’ above when booking. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you’ll be bringing a child under the age of 6. You can do so in the special request box on the checkout page.
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Local contact
Office phone number: For calls made in Australia: 1800 459 388 For calls made outside Australia: +61 (0)8 7007 0492
Email address: info@perthurbanadventures.com
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