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Explore the cells, underground tunnels and artwork of a prison that housed transported British convicts and notorious Australian prisoners for over 130 years.


Life is good when you sit on a park bench beneath the shade of a tree by the lily-filled ponds in these classical, English-style gardens in central Perth.

Explore the cells, underground tunnels and artwork of a prison that housed transported British convicts and notorious Australian prisoners for over 130 years.


Gaze at ancient Aboriginal artifacts from around the state, look up at towering dinosaur replicas and be spellbound by the collection of minerals and meteorites.

Gaze at ancient Aboriginal artifacts from around the state, look up at towering dinosaur replicas and be spellbound by the collection of minerals and meteorites.

Ride the waves, swim in the clear water or have a picnic on the terraced lawns overlooking the ocean at one of Perth’s best family beaches.

Explore the rooms of Western Australia’s oldest surviving permanent building as you learn stories about prisoners and life in the early colony.

Explore the rooms of Western Australia’s oldest surviving permanent building as you learn stories about prisoners and life in the early colony.

Gaze at ancient Aboriginal artifacts from around the state, look up at towering dinosaur replicas and be spellbound by the collection of minerals and meteorites.

Head to one of Perth’s most distinctive buildings, hear the ringers work their magic on the historic 18 bells and take in spectacular views of the city.

Wander through native scrubland, learn about plant species, have a barbecue or find a spot on the grass to enjoy the view of the Perth skyline.

Explore the rooms of Western Australia’s oldest surviving permanent building as you learn stories about prisoners and life in the early colony.

Enjoy the history of this site in the center of Perth, which provides a cozy and nostalgic reminder of Australia’s farming past.

Explore the cells, underground tunnels and artwork of a prison that housed transported British convicts and notorious Australian prisoners for over 130 years.