City: Western Australia
Top Things to do in Western Australia
Top 10 Historic Sites in Western Australia, Australia
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. Dardanup Heritage Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By JoannT24 - Perth, Australia
We visited on a wet day and drove there with no expectations. BUT, wow what an experience..... this spot is seriously awesome. The collection is very well laid out with lots of volunteers willing to offer advice and all very knowledgeable. The exhibits are all in excellent condition and in working condition. The Centre will allow you to take a walk down Memory Lane, irrespective your age...... there is something for everyone. The cafe was also an added bonus..... with snacks and great coffee. This is a MUST SEE if you are in the area.
2. Fremantle History Walking Tour
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5.0 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By 743jillianh
This was the highlight of our trip. We feel in love with Fremantle’s old architecture and Big Al was able to give us the stories behind these lovingly maintained streetscapes. He has a wealth of knowledge and his book full of drawings, paintings and photographs helps you to see back through the years at how the city has changed and grown. We loved the tour and would recommend it to anyone as Big Al will adapt his focus to suit your interests.
3. The Perth Mint
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4.5 based on 3,060 reviews
Enjoy a guided tour of our grand heritage building, secured vaults, and 1899 melting house where you can see a live gold pour. Hear tales of the Mint’s golden past, and learn of the gold mining legends and events that have shaped WA.
Reviewed By Cruiser33227749838
Very instructive and educational visit, lots of references on the history of WA gold rush, you can watch a live gold pour, touch a gold bullion, see some of the most beautiful gold nuggets I´ve ever seen on display. Nice visit and appropriate duration and calibrated content.
4. Central Greenough
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4.5 based on 76 reviews
Central Greenough provides an example of colonial expansion in the mid nineteenth century. Located approximately 25 km south of Geraldton and 380 km north of Perth, the Greenough Flats form the flood plain of the river system close to the mouth of the Greenough River. Central Greenough developed as the local administrative centre, housing the churches, schools, stores, government and law enforcement offices necessary to service the surrounding farms.
Reviewed By Q7840EUdanl - Bunbury, Australia
Central Greenough developed as the local administration centre with the establishment of churches, schools, government stores, administrative and law enforcement to service surroundings farms. Last time I passed this area in 1981, some buildings seemed derelict and overgrown. Great to see the extend of restoration in intervening years and to be able to read the history of each building. Certainly one of the National Trusts better sites in WA.
5. 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.
6. Oliver Hill Battery
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4.5 based on 116 reviews
Reviewed By bracky1
Thank you Bill for such an informative tour. The guns are amazing and the tunnels just blew me away - hard to believe all that is under the earth. I recommend this to everyone.
7. Old Blythewood
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4.5 based on 6 reviews
Set on a high bank overlooking the fertile flats of the Murray River, Old Blythewood stands as a testament to the industry, ingenuity and flexibility of the pioneering McLarty family. John and Mary Anne McLarty were amongst the first Europeans to settle in the Murray District around 1842. John was a tenant farmer and Mary Anne the local postmistress.
8. Stirling Cottage
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4.5 based on 93 reviews
Reviewed By rozb418 - Williams, Australia
Stopped for lunch on a stinking hot day. The room we were in was quite cool thanks to the thick homestead walls.. I had the Veg burger. Mushroom camenbert cheese caramelised onions and salad. Served with tasty sweet potato chips. It was wonderful. I think new owners have taken charge. Everyone liked their meals. The s&p squid was generous and very tasty. We visit harvey reg. Will stop again. Great experience
9. The Albany Convict Gaol & Museum
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4.5 based on 214 reviews
Reviewed By Andrewey
Great place to visit, the history is amazing. Very touching to see how the poor Convicts had to live.
10. Oakabella Homestead, Tea Rooms and Campground
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4.5 based on 210 reviews
Oakabella is open everyday of the week for camping and accommodation. The tea rooms and tours operate every day except Wednesdays at 10am and 2pm. Oakabella is set on 1100 acres of farmland. Diverse ancient landmarks.Rich in indigenous culture.The complex is rare in its entactness and comprising of a 13 roomhomestead, 2 storey buttressed barn. blacksmith shop, huge shearing shed and stables., because of the closeness of the stone buildings it works as a visual coherent whole
Reviewed By S1A1A
My partner and I camped overnight at Oakabella and thoroughly enjoyed the dinner boxes made by chef Jodie! They had the best pork ribs and jalapeno poppers we had ever tasted! The facilities were also well maintained. Overall, we had a great expereince!
