General visitor information is below. For more detailed information, including things to do in Fremantle, what’s on and suggested itineraries in and beyond the city, click here.
Fremantle has branches and automatic teller machines from most major banks in Australia. Most of these are located in Queen Street. Banks are open Monday to Friday from 9:30 am and close at 4 pm (or 5 pm on Fridays).
Currency exchange is available at Crown Currency Exchange, (Shop 11 at 1A Queen Street, Monday to Saturday 9 am - 5 pm) or Travel Money Oz Fremantle (54 Market Street, Monday to Saturday 9 am - 5 pm, Sunday 11 am - 4 pm).
Tipping is generally not expected within Australia, however if you feel you have received exceptional service it is acceptable to leave a small amount.
Free wireless internet can be accessed in many public areas of Fremantle including Fishing Boat Harbour and Fremantle Passenger Terminal. Several cafes, restaurants and accommodation venues also offer free Wi-Fi to customers. Access to this service is generally password protected.
Medical insurance is recommended for overseas visitors as Australia’s Medicare system does not cover visitors, except where reciprocal agreements exist. Below are a list of contact details for doctors, hospitals, dentists and chemists located in and around the Fremantle city centre.
Hospital for accidents and emergencies
Fiona Stanley Hospital – 102-118 Murdoch Drive, Murdoch
Medical practices
Canning Medical Centre – 199 High Street
West End Medical – 2 Bannister Street
Ellen Health – corner Wray Avenue and Hampton Road, Beaconsfield
Dental clinics
Apple Dental Centre – 158 High St (call +61 8 9335 1895)
Fremantle Dental Care – 68 Elder Place, Fremantle
Fremantle Smiles Dental Centre – 118A Wray Avenue
Mouth Works Dental – 7 Stirling St
Wallace Dental – Level 1, 120 High St Mall
Western Dental – 15 Adelaide Street
Pharmacies
Chemist Warehouse Fremantle – 54 Adelaide Street
Fremantle Central Pharmacy – Shop 1, Corner Cantonment & Queen Streets
Fremantle Pharmacy – 82B High Street
Nourish Health Pharmacy – Shop G2, 2 Newman Court
Priceline Fremantle – 7 Adelaide Street
Australia Post – 22 Queen Street
Western Australia is on Australian Western Standard Time (AWST UTC+08:00).
The Fremantle Visitor Centre/Walyalup Koort is located at 155 High Street or access information via visitfremantle.com.au. The Centre can also be contacted via or +61 8 9431 7878.
It is open 9 am - 5 pm weekdays, 9 am - 4 pm on Saturday and 10 am - 4 pm on Sunday.
You can also find Fremantle visitor information here and tourist information for Perth and surrounds or travelling around Western Australia.
Fremantle is a compact city, which makes it easy to walk around. Fremantle has comprehensive wayfinding signage to help you find your way around the city.
Fremantle is a cycle-friendly city. All major attractions and precincts are easily accessible by bicycle and there are dedicated bicycle lanes throughout the city, plus shared cycle paths running north, south and along the Swan River to Perth.
Bike hire is available at several locations including:
Buses, trains and ferries are accessible at low cost. Tickets can be purchased from ticket machines at the station via cash or card. If you’re planning to stay in Fremantle for a longer period, a Smartrider card may be a more convenient choice.
Fremantle Bus and Train Station is in the centre of Fremantle. It is the main transport hub for the region. Trains and buses connect to Perth CBD, Perth Airport, Rockingham and Mandurah.
Travel to and from Rottnest Island with Rottnest Express and Sealink. Regular services depart from B Shed in Fremantle’s Waterfront Precinct. Scenic river tours along the Swan River, between Fremantle and Perth, are also available with Captain Cook Cruises.
Fremantle has 4,000 off and on street central parking bays. Hourly rates apply in most car parks and time limits vary from 30 minutes to all day parking. Check parking signs for charges and time limits.
Multi-storey carparks are located on Henderson Street and Collie Street. All day parking is available at carparks on Ellen Street, Point Street, Marine Terrace, Beach Street and South Terrace.
Displaying current ACROD parking permits in a vehicle allows free parking in all City of Fremantle car parks including on street bays for twice the signposted time limit (except time limits shown on dedicated accessible bays).
Fremantle has a variety of car hire collection points. Check provider websites for details. Some of the more well-known brands include Avis, Budget, Europcar and Thrifty Car Hire.
Main taxi rank locations are:
Rideshare services are available in Fremantle and can be booked via individual apps: Uber and Didi.
