Fremantle: Convicts, Culture, and Street Art

Fremantle: Convicts, Culture, and Street Art

Name: Fremantle: Convicts, Culture, and Street Art
Address: Australia

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Our Fremantle Convicts Culture and Art tour will have you visit the historic Fremantle Port. Famous for being a gateway to migrants where your guide will tell you some hair-raising stories.

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Highlights

Uncover the stories of Fremantle’s maritime past and pioneering heroes!
Landmarks like the Whaler's tunnel set amongst the festive streets and markets
Learn about Fremantle's past from your expert guide

Description

Starting at the Fremantle Visitors Centre this walking tour is no boring history lesson, but rather takes a non-traditional route, discovering factual, anecdotal, and downright fascinating local stories, all as you wander Freo’s vibrant cappuccino strip, boat harbour, narrow West End streets and see the landmarks, including the High Street and the Roundhouse. Once home to whaling stations and mass immigration, Freo is now a charming town celebrated for its variety of culture and multicultural history. 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! You’ll hear tales from prisoner escapes and convict antics to the expulsion of Indigenous peoples to Rottnest Island. Find out why almost 10,000 men were transported from Great Britain and Ireland, how they built their own prison and helped shape the future of Western Australia. There is no better way to explore Freo than with a local guide to share all its fascinating stories and visit the amazing sites, of which there are many, if you hadn’t guessed!

Includes

2 hr guided walking tour Professional local host Local history / fun stories Local tips

Important Information

Please contact the local partner to confirm your trip 24 hours prior to departure
Please wear comfortable shoes and dress appropriate to the weather
During April to August you may expect cold weather and rain so be prepared. Check out the weather report the day before