Fremantle travel guide

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You're Going to Love Fremantle

With a population of 7.209, Fremantle is a must-see destination in Western Australia, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Fremantle deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Fremantle

If you’re looking for affordable options, Emily Taylor Kitchen and Bar (19-29 Henderson St) and Don Tapa & Alter Ego Bar (1 James Street) are great picks.

When to visit Fremantle

Fremantle in January
Estimated hotel price
$206
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fremantle in January
Estimated hotel price
$206
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Fremantle in February, when the average temperature is 23 °C, and the highest can go up to 28 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 10 °C, with an average temperature of 13 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 160 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Fremantle, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.

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How to Get to Fremantle

Plane

Although Fremantle doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Perth (PER), which is located 25 km from Fremantle. Airlines that fly from Australia to Fremantle include Etihad Airways, Jetstar and Qatar Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Fremantle departs from Adelaide and takes around 3h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Fremantle is to pick up a car hire from Perth, which is about 16 km from Fremantle. You’ll find branches of City Centre Car Rentals and Europcar, among others, in Perth.

Plane

Although Fremantle doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Perth (PER), which is located 25 km from Fremantle. Airlines that fly from Australia to Fremantle include Etihad Airways, Jetstar and Qatar Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Fremantle departs from Adelaide and takes around 3h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Fremantle is to pick up a car hire from Perth, which is about 16 km from Fremantle. You’ll find branches of City Centre Car Rentals and Europcar, among others, in Perth.

Airports near Fremantle

Airlines serving Fremantle

Lufthansa
Good (4,664 reviews)
KLM
Good (850 reviews)
SWISS
Good (942 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,540 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,306 reviews)
Air France
Good (983 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,584 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,962 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,120 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,467 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,860 reviews)
Finnair
Good (871 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (827 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,652 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (401 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (502 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,606 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (185 reviews)
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Where to stay in Fremantle

Average rates range from around $184 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $240 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Fremantle

Most booked hotels in Fremantle

Pier 21 Apartment Hotel Fremantle
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$240+
Norfolk Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$123+
Yha Fremantle Prison
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$42+
Esplanade Hotel Fremantle - by Rydges
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$188+

Hiring a car in Fremantle

Hiring a car in Fremantle costs $72 per day, on average, or $143 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at Perth.

Expect to pay $1.75 per litre in Fremantle (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $20.90 and $27.87. The most frequently booked car type in Fremantle is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (MG 3 or similar) is, on average, 31% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Fremantle costs $72 per day, on average, or $143 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at Perth.

Expect to pay $1.75 per litre in Fremantle (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $20.90 and $27.87. The most frequently booked car type in Fremantle is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (MG 3 or similar) is, on average, 31% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.