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Perth, Western Australia | Must-Visit Fremantle Shipwreck Museum

#summervacay Fremantle is truly a hidden gem in Western Australia, and the Shipwreck Museum (WAShipwrecks Museum) is an absolute must-see! Recommended Visit Route: Start by exploring the museum to dive into its rich maritime archaeology history; Then walk along the nearby railway tracks, pass through the historic tunnel leading to the seaside; Finally, relax at the beach by the sea, especially beautiful after rain. Museum Overview: Located on Cliff Street in Fremantle, housed in the 1850s-era Commissariat Building; Opened to the public in 1979 and recognized as one of the Southern Hemisphere’s most important maritime archaeology museums. Exhibition Highlights: Batavia Gallery: Showcases the restored remains and numerous artifacts of the Dutch East India Company ship Batavia, which sank off the Western Australian coast in 1629. Dutch Shipwrecks Gallery: Features crafts, charts, documents, and books from early Dutch explorers in Australia. #westernaustralia #perthtravel #fremantle #shipwreckmuseum #maritimearchaeology
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#perthonbudget ⚓🏴☠️ WA Shipwrecks Museum – Treasures Beneath the Waves 🏴☠️⚓ Nestled in Fremantle, the WA Shipwrecks Museum is Australia’s foremost maritime archaeology museum, telling the dramatic tales of shipwrecks along WA’s rugged coast 🌊. Set inside a restored 1850s Commissariat building, it’s a mix of history, mystery, and maritime wonder. ✨ Highlights ⚓ See the reconstructed remains of the Batavia, wrecked in 1629 with a gripping story of survival and mutiny. 🐚 Discover artifacts from Dutch East India Company (VOC) ships. 🏴☠️ Explore stories of pirates, sailors, and explorers who braved treacherous seas. 🎨 Family-friendly displays with ship models, cannons, and relics. 🏛️ Wander through the heritage-listed limestone building itself. 📍 Location: Cliff Street, Fremantle, Western Australia. 🎟️ Ticket Price: Free entry (donations encouraged). 🕒 Opening Hours: 9:30 AM – 5 PM daily. 🚆 How to Reach: Short walk from Fremantle Train Station; parking available nearby. 💡 The WA Shipwrecks Museum is a hidden gem for history lovers, blending maritime archaeology, dramatic tales, and unique artifacts from Australia’s past. #WAShipwrecksMuseum #Fremantle #WesternAustralia #MaritimeHistory #PerthAttractions #FreeInPerth #HistoricSites #AustraliaTravel #ShipwreckStories

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