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Top Things to do in Western Australia
Things to do in Western Australia, Australia: The Best Museums
Western Australia (abbreviated as WA) is a state occupying the entire western third of Australia. It is bounded by the Indian Ocean to the north and west, the Great Australian Bight and Southern Ocean to the south, the Northern Territory to the north-east and South Australia to the south-east. Western Australia is Australia's largest state, with a total land area of 2,529,875 square kilometres (976,790 sq mi), and the second-largest country subdivision in the world, surpassed only by Russia's Sakha Republic. The state has about 2.6 million inhabitants – around 11% of the national total – with 92% living in the south-west corner, mostly in the Perth area, leaving the remainder of the state sparsely populated.
Restaurants in Western Australia
1. Perth Observatory
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5.0 based on 132 reviews
Western Australia's oldest observatory is in Perth Hills located in Bickley. The Observatory has served the state of WA for over 120 years and remains actively involved in the service of public education. The Observatory is open for group day tours and night sky tours throughout the year. Visit our website for information about our night sky viewing and group day tours. We have also partnered with Landsdale Bus Charters to provide fully air-conditioned return bus transfers between the Perth CBD, Crown Casino and the Observatory every second Friday of the month which you can also book through out website
Reviewed By traveller610 - Parkwood, Australia
Did a night tour at Perth observatory. Loved it. Definitely makes you appreciate how small we are in the big wide scheme of things. Great, friendly and knowledgeable volunteers.
2. HMAS Sydney II Memorial
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5.0 based on 1,058 reviews
Reviewed By Q7840EUdanl - Bunbury, Australia
Magnificent and symbolic memorial to the 645 crew members of HMAS Sydney II who are still on patrol. The memorial is among the best war memorial that we have seen anywhere we have visited over the years with the Wall of Remembrance, the Sanctuary, the Stele, the Pool of Remembrance and, perhaps the most poignant, the Waiting Woman Sculpture looking eternally to the sea for the return of her sailor. There were a lot of visitors, both young and adult, yet there was silence as if everybody recognised that they stood in a special place.
3. Norval Gallery
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5.0 based on 213 reviews
Derby's Norval Gallery is run by a Kimberley artist husband and wife team Mark and Mary Norval. The gallery showcases their own insightful work as well as the artwork of many indigenous artists from the amazing Kimberley region of Western Australia. All of the artists are happy to talk about their unique artwork and are willing to share their painting techniques and ideas whilst being watched at work by visitors to the gallery. Other must see highlights of the gallery include, Australia's best historical carved Boab Nut display, an extensive collection of rare and beautiful sea shells and locally designed Boab tree inspired jewellery. For the music buffs there is a collection of 5000 of the best LPs ever recorded. The Lonely Planet Australian travel guide for 2012 rated Norval Gallery as one of its top 60 "top choice must see" destinations Australia wide. The gallery is closed during the months of November December and January
Reviewed By kampadi2017 - Adelaide, Australia
What an amazing gallery and what wonderful people involved. Could not believe how accomodating and friendly everyone was, the most amazing art ever and Mark himself very happy to chat and discuss his history and activities within the local community. He is so obliging to the local indigenous community and they are just a wonderful family all around.. (Adds to the wonder that he supports Geelong in the AFL as well-Go cats)
4. National Anzac Centre
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5.0 based on 2,056 reviews
Reviewed By ElvisPKing - Palmerston, Australia
Dignified and appropriate memorial to those who gave so much for the future of their country. Housed in a beautifully designed building in sympathy with its surroundings in Albany’s Mount Clarence Parklands this is a thoughtful and dynamic collection and tribute to the Anzacs who left these shores for WWI. Relating the stories of the Anzac troops from recruitment to convoy to the fields of Gallipoli and Flanders through narrative, interactive displays and a unique system of following a single soldier, this memorial takes you to what it was really like, from both sides of the conflict. A place to pause and reflect.
5. The Sacred India Gallery
6. Tracie Anderson Ceramics
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5.0 based on 16 reviews
Tracie Anderson is an established South-West Ceramic & mixed Media Artist. Tracie uses found objects from the shores of Western Australia and upcycles them with ceramics to form beautiful sculptural & functional art. Her studio which is located within the Artgeo Cultural Complex in Busselton is a working studio/gallery. You can watch Tracie create her next piece of art while browsing her fascinating gallery. All of Tracies pieces are unique and are solely Western Australian. Her found objects include shell, driftwood, metal, bone and other interesting finds. Tracies studio is well worth a visit to experience and see hands on ceramics and beautiful organic found pieces found on our pristine Western Australian coastline.
Reviewed By 340lyndam - Perth, Australia
Always something different in this studio of continuos creation. So much to choose from and very affordable. It’s a must visit for locals and visitors alike. Looking for a workshop that’s different and wanting to try something new...try One of Tracie’s .I am thrilled with my efforts and found that I loved getting my hands into the clay and creating something from scratch with Tracie’s guidance Amazed really!,
7. WA Maritime Museum
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4.5 based on 1,225 reviews
Perched on the Indian Ocean's shore, the WA Maritime Museum is symbolic of Fremantle’s past, present and future as a coastal city and port. The Museum houses several unique galleries that explore WA's maritime relationship. From leisure boats and handcrafted sailing boats to commercial pearl luggers, the Museum inspires visitors to discover WA’s affinity with the ocean. The Museum is home to the winning America's Cup yacht, Australia II, an Oberon class submarine — HMAS Ovens, Jon Sanders’ Parry Endeavour and many other iconic vessels from WA's maritime history.
Reviewed By Falsendrach - Auckland Central, New Zealand
I really enjoyed the WA Maritime Museum, and would happily add it to a lost of 'Must do' things for Perth/Fremantle. It's a very reasonable entry price and the range and layout of the exhibits is very well done. The building it'self is also architecturally impressive and adds to the experience. HMAS Ovens is an Oberon Class submarine of the Royal Australian Navy next to the WA Maritime Museum and you access it by booking a tour, which is an additional cost to the museum entry fee. The tour last about 90mins and I'd advise you were comfortable, warm clothing and footwear. It's not suitable for people with less than minor mobility restrictions, or for large framed people, as you'll be climbing up and down steep ladders and squeezing through narrow entry points and doorways. I really enjoyed the tour, as the guide was a former Navy serviceman and was extremely knowledgeable and ready with answers to any questions.
8. Fremantle Prison
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4.5 based on 4,057 reviews
Fremantle Prison is one of Western Australia’s premier tourist attractions and the only World Heritage listed building in the State.The Prison was built by convicts in the 1850s and was used as a place of incarceration for almost 140 years. With solitary cells and gallows Fremantle Prison is a monument to a system of punishment that is uncomfortably recent. Fremantle Prison now holds the key to history, mystery and fun. Step inside and do time with experienced guides on a fascinating Prison Day Tour. Explore the labyrinth of tunnels 20m beneath the Prison by foot and by boat on a Tunnels Tour adventure. Feeling brave? Delve into the darker side of the Prison’s history on an eerie Torchlight Tour.
Reviewed By R2072TOjulieb - Caulfield, Australia
We had Chris for our True Crime Tour and Janine for our Torch Light tour which were both really good and worth doing. The True Crime tour talks about crimes committed but does not go in to too much detail and therefore is not gross. If you want to hear more about the Claremont case I can recommend the Crime Junkie pod cast which has an episode on the case... This does however go in to a fair amount of detail and would not be recommended for under 16s. The Torch Light tour is good and a very different experience again. A little scary at times but great fun and interesting history on the place.
9. York Motor Museum
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4.5 based on 177 reviews
The only community owned and operated motor museum in Australia, we are dedicated towards preserving the history of Australian and world motoring vehicles in our heritage listed museum in York, Western Australia. We are also the home of the "Never Never Tours" Valiant ute used in the movie "Crocodile Dundee" and autographed by Paul Hogan on the dashboard.
Reviewed By Orkneycat - Stromness, United Kingdom
This museum in York highstreet is the place to go if you are a classic car enthusiast. It has something of interest for most age groups and some old cars, carriages and motorbikes. Quite a trip down memory lane!
10. Scitech
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4.5 based on 592 reviews
The Scitech Science Centre is reopen under COVID-19 restrictions in WA. It's important that you plan ahead for your visit to Scitech and book your tickets online in advance. Explore your curiosity at Scitech, an engaging science discovery centre conveniently located in the heart of Perth. Boasting six interactive galleries, lively science performances and educational puppet shows, a hands-on science lab and Australasia's largest planetarium, Scitech offers a range of fun and educational science experiences for all ages. Plus, visit the Discovery Shop for unusual science gifts, and don't miss the Scitech's unique adult events throughout the year. As Western Australia's leading science education institution, Scitech aims to increase awareness, interest, capability and participation by all Western Australians in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Visit with the family for a whole day of fun, or become an annual member for endless science action!
Reviewed By Elocin86 - Townsville, Australia
LOVED THIS PLACE!!! So interactive, and the shows were extremely entertaining. My 4 year old actually asked to go back a second time during our 2 week stay in Perth because she just loved it all. Parents can also be involved in the activities or there is a section at the front of SciTech just for the little ones to have fun. Highly recommend going to see the puppet show and the SoCool shows that they have on, the scientists are extremely passionate about their subject and encourage questions.
