Convicts, Culture and Street Art

A non-traditional route, discovering factual, anecdotal, and downright fascinating local stories of Fremantle

Once home to whaling stations and mass immigration, Freo is now a charming town celebrated for its variety of culture and multicultural history. You’ll hear tales from prisoner escapes and convict antics to the expulsion of Indigenous peoples to Rottnest Island. Find out why almost 10,000 men were transported from Great Britain and Ireland, how they built their own prison and helped shape the future of Western Australia. There is no better way to explore Freo than with a local guide to share all its fascinating stories and visit the amazing sites, of which there are many, if you hadn’t guessed!