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
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
Parking for WA Maritime Museum at Victoria Quay is busier than usual over the Christmas and New Year period. Please allow for extra time and/or consider alternative transport options.
Special exhibitions & events
Explore Fremantle through sweeping panoramas taken from the 1800s to the modern day.
Enjoy a photography, video and art exhibition showcasing the extraordinary natural landscapes, wildlife and culture of the Martuwarra Fitzroy River.
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.
Programs
Explore our sensory friendly visit resources for family visitors.
This tour does not run during January school holidays.
Join us on a special tour where storytelling with objects encourages conversations and evokes memories.
This tour does not run during January school holidays.
A chance for visitors who are blind or vision impaired to touch and examine specially selected objects from the Museum's collections.
Available daily
Your digital companion for exploring WA Maritime Museum.
Available online
Take a fascinating 360° virtual reality tour of submarine HMAS Ovens> from the comfort of your own home.
Screening daily
10am, 10.45am, 11.30am, 12.15pm, 1pm, 1.45pm, 2.30pm, 3.15pm & 4pm
Join us for an immersive cinema experience Under the Dome.
Available daily
Explore Fremantle’s natural and built heritage for yourself. Dive down the streets and alleyways to discover locations and landmarks featured in the exhibition Fremantle Then & Now: Historical Panoramas.
Tuesday 1 – Wednesday 30 November
Join this creative challenge to craft your own creative Minecraft addition to Fremantle Harbour.