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Attraction / Museums

WA Maritime Museum

WA Maritime Museum is a Fremantle museum for Western Australian maritime history, port stories, vessels and coastal culture.

Last fact-checked: 2026-08-31

Current visitor information

Verified summary

  • The WA Maritime Museum is at Victoria Quay in Fremantle.
  • General admission, special exhibitions, tours and HMAS Ovens access can have separate arrangements.
  • Visitors should use the official museum page for the current opening, ticket and exhibition schedule.

May change: Opening hours, admission, temporary exhibitions, tours and vessel access.

Official sources: WA Maritime Museum official visitor information , Transperth JourneyPlanner

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FAQ

Is WA Maritime Museum near other Fremantle attractions?

Yes. It links well with WA Shipwrecks Museum, Fremantle Markets, Fremantle Prison, Bathers Beach and Fremantle area pages.

Should I book a tour at WA Maritime Museum?

Tour availability and booking rules can change, so confirm current tour information before planning around one.

Is HMAS Ovens accessible to all visitors?

The official museum information notes access exclusions for HMAS Ovens tours. Confirm current access details before relying on this part of the visit.