Opened on Queen Victoria's jubilee in 1887.


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1. John Curtin Statue

0.01 MILES

Statue of former member for Fremantle and WWII Labor prime minister of Australia, John Curtin.

2. Pietro Porcelli Statue

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Renowned Italian sculptor Pietro Porcelli (1872–1943) is responsible for many works around WA. This piece by fellow sculptor Greg James depicts him making…

4. Fremantle Markets

0.13 MILES

Originally opened in 1897, these colourful markets were reopened in 1975 and today draw slow-moving crowds combing over souvenirs. A few younger designers…

5. PS Arts Space

0.2 MILES

Independent WA artists display often-challenging work in this repurposed heritage warehouse. Occasional events, including pop-up opera, fashion shows and…

6. Fremantle Train Station

0.24 MILES

Built from Donnybrook sandstone in 1907; no one can say why the swans are white (rather than black), given that only black swans exist in WA.