Trip Planner:   South Pacific  /  Australia  /  Western Australia  /  Greater Perth  /  Fremantle  /  The Fremantle Round House

The Fremantle Round House, Fremantle

4.3
#2 of 18 in Historic Sites in Fremantle
Historic Site · Hidden Gem · Landmark
Given the country's history as a penal colony, it might not surprise you that Western Australia's oldest public building is a former prison. Built in 1830, the rotund white-brick The Fremantle Round House originally housed convicted prisoners before becoming a police lockup. The chief constable and his family began to occupy the building in 1900. Today, you can tour the seaside building and ask knowledgeable volunteer guides questions. Head to the upper deck for scenic views of the Fremont coast and offshore islands. To visit The Fremantle Round House and get the most from your holiday in Fremantle, create itinerary details personal to you using our Fremantle trip planner.
Create an itinerary including The Fremantle Round House
© OpenMapTiles © OpenStreetMap contributors

Tours to The Fremantle Round House

FROM $37 BOOK WITH VIATOR Fremantle Icons & Gems of Perth Private Tour with a Local
5.0
Duration: 2 hours
Tours from $37 »
FROM $77 BOOK WITH VIATOR Fremantle Walk & Photo Shoot
5.0
Duration: 45 minutes
Tours from $77 »
FROM $13 BOOK WITH VIATOR Fremantle Self-Guided Audio Tour
Duration: 1 to 3 hours
Tours from $13 »

The Fremantle Round House reviews

Rate this attraction
TripAdvisor traveler rating
TripAdvisor traveler rating 4.0
712 reviews
Google
4.3
TripAdvisor
  • By Lorraine C
    Worth having a walk around the Round house as part of a walking tour around the foreshore around Freemantle. We went prior to covid early in the morning, so it wasnt as hot or as busy. As with all...  more »
  • By Fiona G
    The round house is one of the many historical buildings and points of interest in Fremantle. It usually houses an art gallery but was currently closed when I visited due to Covid-19. It was still...  more »
See more on TripAdvisor »
Google
  • By Leon Wreyford
    An historic structure ... the oldest building that still stands in WA.Its Gaol cells are testimony to a dark past. The museum's volunteer guides are knowledgeable and add interest to any visit. Good views of the harbour and park benches alongside. Photographic art gallery next door. An excellent cafe is 50m from the museum.
  • By Regan Turner
    A really interesting place to visit. A lot of information boards to tell you the stories. There's great views from the lookout out the front too.
See more on Google »

Plan your trip to Fremantle

  • Get a personalized trip
    A complete day by day itinerary
    based on your preferences
  • Customize it
    Refine your trip. We'll find the
    best routes and schedules
  • Book it
    Choose from the best hotels
    and activities. Up to 50% off
  • Manage it
    Everything in one place.
    Everyone on the same page.

Popular things to do in Fremantle

Fremantle Prison ©
World heritage site
Fremantle Prison
4.6
Duration: 2h 30 min
Fremantle Markets ©
Flea Market
Fremantle Markets
4.1
Duration: 1h 30 min
WA Maritime Museum ©
Specialty Museum
WA Maritime Museum
4.4
Duration: 2h 30 min
Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour ©
Pier / Boardwalk
Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour
4.5
Duration: 2 hours

Side trips from Fremantle

Kings Park and Botanic Garden ©
Garden
Kings Park and Botanic Garden
Perth
4.9
Duration: 2h 30 min
Swan River ©
Water Body
Swan River
Perth
4.7
Duration: 3h 30 min
©
Wine Tour / Tasting
Wine Tours & Tastings
Perth
4.8
Duration: 8 hours
Top Gun Tours ©
Wine Tour / Tasting
Top Gun Tours
West Swan
5.0
Duration: 8 hours

Hidden gems in Fremantle

Salmon Bay ©
Beach
Salmon Bay
Rottnest Island
4.9
Duration: 2 hours
©
Fishing Charter / Tour
Fishing Charters & Tours
5.0
Duration: 4 hours
The Basin
Beach
The Basin
Rottnest Island
4.8
Duration: 2 hours
Fremantle History Walking Tour ©
Historic Walking Area
Fremantle History Walking Tour
5.0
Duration: 2h 30 min

Kid-friendly things to do in Fremantle

South Beach Recreation Reserve ©
Beach
South Beach Recreation Reserve
4.5
Duration: 2 hours
Parakeet Bay ©
Beach
Parakeet Bay
Rottnest Island
4.8
Duration: 2 hours
West End ©
Beach
West End
Rottnest Island
4.8
Duration: 2 hours
Ricey Beach ©
Beach
Ricey Beach
Rottnest Island
4.9
Duration: 2 hours

Nature in Fremantle

Fish Hook Bay
Water Body
Fish Hook Bay
Rottnest Island
4.9
Duration: 2 hours
Little Parakeet Bay ©
Water Body
Little Parakeet Bay
Rottnest Island
4.8
Duration: 4 hours
Porpoise Bay ©
Water Body
Porpoise Bay
Rottnest Island
4.7
Duration: 2 hours
Cape Vlamingh
Water Body
Cape Vlamingh
Rottnest Island
4.6
Duration: 1h 30 min

Nearby attractions in Fremantle

Inspiration Outdoors ©
Multi-day Tour
Inspiration Outdoors
Beaconsfield
5.0
Duration: 4 hours
Rottnest Express
Bike Tour
Rottnest Express
3.7
Duration: 4 hours
Fremantle Tours ©
Bike Tour
Fremantle Tours
5.0
Duration: 2h 30 min
WA Shipwrecks Museum ©
History Museum
WA Shipwrecks Museum
4.7
Duration: 2h 30 min

Don't Miss a Thing. See & Do More.

Trips to The Fremantle Round House by other users

31 days in Brussels & Perth BY A USER FROM BELGIUM Brussels · Perth 60 days in Australia BY A USER FROM AUSTRALIA Canberra · Hobart · Coles Bay 24 days in Perth & Exmouth BY A USER FROM AUSTRALIA Perth · Exmouth 22 days in Perth BY A USER FROM AUSTRALIA Mainly Books Secondhand Bookshop, Perth · St Brigid's Church · The Nostalgia Box Museum 8 days in Perth BY A USER FROM AUSTRALIA Perth 60 days in Australia BY A USER FROM AUSTRALIA Gold Coast · Mooloolaba · Hervey Bay