A family stand on a walkway surrounded by suspended maritime vessels

WA Maritime Museum

Discover the vast riches of Western Australia’s maritime history.

Perched on the edge of the Indian Ocean, the WA Maritime Museum is symbolic of Fremantle’s past, present and future as a coastal city and port.

See the significant historic objects and vessels that highlight WA’s sporting, sailing and adventure heritage, including the America’s Cup winning yacht, Australia II and Jon Sanders’ Parry Endeavour.

Open Daily

9.30am – 5pm

ANZAC Day 1pm – 5pm

Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year's Day and Good Friday

General Admission

Standard $15
Concession* $10
Junior (15 years and under) Free
Carer^ Free

Special exhibitions and events may charge an additional fee
*Concession applies to students, seniors, and health care card holders
^Must present a valid WA Companion card

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Become a WA Museum member for the price of a single admission and get 12 months unlimited entry

On the second Tuesday of every month, entry to the WA Maritime Museum is by donation.

Contact Us

1300 134 081
reception@museum.wa.gov.au

Book a ticket online or by calling 1300 134 081.

For group bookings or education visits, please contact 1300 134 081.

VISIT US

Victoria Quay Road, Fremantle, WA, 6160

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Special exhibitions & events

Man sits on a pile of household items washed up in the middle of a flood with a house in the background

Nikon Walkley Press Photography Exhibition

See the world through the incredible eye of Australia's best photographers where the smallest story can be as compelling as the largest.

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Tuesday 21 February 2023 – Sunday 30 April 2023

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An underwater illustration of a huge sea monster preying on a shark

Sea Monsters: Prehistoric Ocean Predators
Millions of years ago while dinosaurs ruled the land, giant reptiles over 20 metres long hunted the depths of the sea – and they’re coming back to life at the WA Maritime Museum.
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Words B Shed Builds in blue background

B Shed Builds: Community LEGO® Exhibition

Take a look at the creativity on display as we share the love of bricks and building with some of WA's finest LEGO® builders.

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Saturday 22 April 2023 – Sunday 23 April 2023

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A tour group stand inside the HMAS Ovens, listening to their tour guide

HMAS Ovens

Temporarily closed

The Western Australian Museum’s much-loved HMAS Ovens submarine is about to begin its face lift and make-over and will be temporarily closed as of 9 January 2023. Follow the link below for further information and to take a virtual tour.

About the submarine

Programs

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Tour available on request

Objects and Memories Tour

Join us on a special tour where storytelling with objects encourages conversations and evokes memories.

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Tour available on request

Please Touch: Tactile Tour

A chance for visitors who are blind or vision impaired to touch and examine specially selected objects from the Museum's collections.

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Screening daily
10am, 10.45am, 11.30am, 12.15pm, 1pm, 1.45pm, 2.30pm, 3.15pm & 4pm

Under the Dome: Cinema Experience

Join us for an immersive cinema experience Under the Dome.

aerial view of Fremantle city with houses and landmarks. Harbour in the background
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Daily | 4pm - 8.30pm by prior arrangement

The Fremantle Experience

An exclusive, privately guided experience introducing visitors to the historic and changing face of Fremantle.

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Daily | 4pm - 8.30pm by prior arrangement

Australia II 40th Anniversary Commemorative Cruise

Celebrate this milestone anniversary with one of the crew, under the magnificent wing-keeled winnings yacht: Australia II.