Top Activities on the Ground in Fremantle

Take a day trip to Rottnest Island, a popular Perth getaway due to its white-sand beaches, secluded bays, scenic bike paths and vehicle-free atmosphere. Travel to the island, just off the coast, by high-speed ferry, and then explore at your leisure with included bike rental. Some options are snorkeling or following the trails to West End, Wadjemup or Bathurst Longhouses, the pink salt lakes or include lunch at Karma Rottnest. When booking, select the option that corresponds to your departure location—either Perth or Fremantle.

Explore the laid-back port city of Fremantle on a leisurely three-hour bike tour. Stop to see street art, take photos, and sip artisan coffee along the way, and learn local and historical insights about the city from your guide. See Fremantle Prison and hear about the city’s convict past, visit South Beach, and get to know South Freo’s dining scene, with the newest and best spots to eat and drink. Get insider tips and suggestions of sports to explore further on your own.

See more of Rottnest Island by touring by bike, a fun way to get active and enjoy the great outdoors. This ferry and bike package makes biking easy when you’re traveling away from home without your own bike. Cross from Fremantle to the island by ferry and pick up your bike on the other side, with a free fitting service included.

Discover Rottnest Island by bicycle and experience over 63 beaches and 20 bays as you explore this unique A Class Reserve. Cycling is environmentally friendly and a fun recreational activity for all ages. As Rottnest Island has essentially no cars, cycling is one of the best ways to get around the Island. Snorkelling is absolutely amazing on Rottnest Island, with many calm bays and beaches to choose from. See some unique marine wildlife and tropical corals in the beautiful underwater habitat. Bicycle and snorkel combo hire is the most easy, stress free way to get the ultimate Rottnest experience!

Come with us to take a deep dive into the street art scene of Fremantle on our 3hr Street Art, Beers and Bikes tour. We will discover some of Freo's most iconic pieces that established the scene through to large scale commissions to the ever changing face of our illegal street art culture. Cruising the streets on one of our retro bikes we will discover the vibrant and dynamic street art scene of central, south and north Fremantle. From stencils to paste ups, graffiti to murals, illegal pieces to commissions, we've got it all! We are not just pointing out street art, we are telling the stories and opinions of the artists themselves! Plus we will be stopping in for a couple of beers along the way. As a town with 3 breweries and dozens of venues we want to show off a couple of our favourites that fully appreciate street art like we do. Local brews from local businesses, what could be better? Of course if beer isn't your thing don't worry, we have options for everyone.

Explore Fremantle, just across the Swan River from Perth, on a walking tour with a guide who introduces you to the port city's attractions while telling you about its trading history. You'll walk the streets to see popular cafes, restaurants, and art, taking in the bustling atmosphere. You'll walk at a relaxed pace, stopping for photo ops and to listen to the guide's stories and tips about Freo, as it's known. Walking distance is about 2.5 miles (4 km).

Get a comprehensive overview of Rottnest Island on this full-day tour from Fremantle. Discover the beautiful flora and fauna of the island, which is classified as a reserve, including the famous quokka. Explore the beautiful beaches, lush forests, tranquil lakes via the bus tour and historic train. This full-day tour includes the ferry from Fremantle and all of the guided tours around the island.

A piece of paradise in the Indian Ocean just off the coast of Perth, Rottnest Island is a favorite day trip getaway due to its white-sand beaches, isolated turquoise bays, biking paths and vehicle-free environment. Travel to the island on the high-speed ferry from either Perth or Fremantle—make your choice when booking. Then spend your time on the island however you please before returning the same day by ferry. Popular activities include snorkeling, biking and looking for quokkas, the resident wildlife.

See Rottnest Island from the water on this day trip that includes a high-speed adventure wildlife boat ride. Travel to the island, a favorite local getaway due to its secluded beaches and relaxing environment, by high-speed ferry from Perth or Fremantle. Then embark on a adventure thrill ride to look for seals, dolphins, sea birds and other marine life. Afterward, you have free time on the island to explore independently; perhaps rent a bike or go swimming off one of the white-sand beaches. When booking, you may upgrade to include lunch, if you wish.

Save time spent waiting in line by pre-booking this SeaLink Rottnest Island round-trip ferry ticket from Fremantle. Choose from three different morning departure times to best organize your time spent in Rottnest Island, a protected nature reserve affectionately called “Rotto” by locals. The first ferry leaves Fremantle at 7am and the last ferry departs Rottnest around 8pm.

Travel from Perth to Fremantle or vice versa on a relaxing Swan River cruise. You’ll glide along the river, admiring the waterfront scenery of Perth’s downtown skyline, upscale suburbs and yacht clubs. Drinks may be purchased from the onboard bar. Plus, choose from multiple departure times to best suit your schedule.

Visit Perth’s favorite local getaway destination on a day trip to Rottnest Island, located just offshore in the Indian Ocean. Travel to Rottnest by high-speed ferry from either Perth or Fremantle (your choice), and then embark on a sightseeing tour of the island by coach. While you listen to narration from an informative guide, check out landmarks like the West End and Wadjemup Lighthouse. Then enjoy free time in the afternoon to explore the car-free island at your leisure. You may upgrade when booking to include lunch.