Albany, is a historic city, respecting and sharing the past yet totally embracing the now! 30,000 call Albany home, it has the feel of a fun filled sea-side city set on a glorious harbour, with a rich history and great beaches.
Albany Western Australia
Albany is Western Australia's first settlement and is alive with history.
Albany Heritage Park
The Albany Heritage Park consists of the historical monuments and attractions on Mount Clarence and Mount Adelaide, These include the Princess Royal Fortress, National ANZAC Centre, ANZAC Desert Mounted Corp Memorial and the Avenue of Honour on Mount Clarence.
Albany Heritage Park
Amazing Coastline
Albany’s beautiful coastline includes stunning unique beaches stretching long and white as well as spectacular National Parks offering amazing experiences and unforgettable views.
Amazing Coastline
First Settlement
Albany is well regarded for its natural beauty and preservation of heritage as the oldest permanently settled town in Western Australia. Albany's settlement was thriving well before Perth and Fremantle.
First SettlementHistoric Albany, a coastal haven
Albany, is a historic city, respecting and sharing the past yet totally embracing the now! 30,000 call Albany home, it has the feel of a fun filled sea-side city set on a glorious harbour, with a rich history and great beaches.
In and around the thriving port city of Albany, Western Australia is a modern mix of shops, restaurants, cafes, entertainment and nightlife possibilities.
The Brig Amity @ Night
The Replica was built in 1975 and is placed a few hundred metres from where Major Edmund Lockyer and the party of forty-five arrived on the shores of Princess Royal Harbour on Christmas Day 1826, officially being the first people to land and settle in WA.
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Walking, surfing, diving, snorkelling, cycling and all water related activities can be enjoyed in Albany and surrounds. Take a tour or explore the incredible coast.
Torndirrup Coastline
Including The Gap, Natural Bridge, The Blowholes, Jimmy Newells Harbour, Stony Hill, Cable Beach & Stony Hill. Visit Torndirrup National Park
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The unique quality accommodation possibilities, the stunning places to visit and the range of food to experience make this an ideal holiday destination.
Albany Town Centre
The Albany Region is a thriving seaside tourist haven with glorious beaches and fun things to do for people of all ages. It is a perfect family friendly holiday destination to reconnect to nature and rejuvenate!
More on Albany TownTorndirrup National Park
Torndirrup National Park is definitely one of the most impressive and diverse national parks along the Albany coastline.
From towering granite cliffs to white sandy beaches, amazing views and wonderful walks, Torndirrup National Park should be on your list while visiting the Rainbow Coast and Albany Australia. On Torndirrup you will see "The Gap" (above) and "Natural Bridge" (below) stone formations which were once connected to Antarctica, and show the wear and tear of time in the stones and cliffs.
Three amazing locations on the Torndirrup:
The Gap
The Gap and Natural Bridge formations are located only a short drive from Albany City out onto the Torndirrup Peninsula, the most amazing coast.
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Natural Bridge
The "Natural Bridge" is a stone formation stretching arch-like across the rugged coast. The viewing platform is a safe place to view this natural wonder.
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Jimmy Newells Harbour
The Brig, Amity, is a scale model replica of the ship which carried the first European settlers to Albany, Western Australia. This is a not-to-be-missed experience.
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Middleton Beach
Middleton Beach is Albany's home-beach. With white sand that stretches from Ellen Cove to Emu Point, there's room for everyone to enjoy the turquoise waters.
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The Brig Amity
The Brig, Amity, is a scale model replica of the ship which carried the first European settlers to Albany, Western Australia. This is a not-to-be-missed experience.
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Emu Point
Emu Point is the entry into Oyster Harbour from King George Sound. This shallow harbour empties into the sound at the north-eastern end of Middleton Beach.
Emu PointOyster HarbourRelax and enjoy the upbeat seaside city of Albany!
Albany Out and About
King Waves (BEWARE)
Do not be deceived. The waves are forceful and unrelenting. This is an example of the wave heights on small swell days. Standing in this location during a high swell would be incredibly dangerous. Don't do this. However, learn from it as the south coast is known for it's bigger-than-average waves called KING WAVES that are up to ten times as big as a normal wave. NEVER let kids go near the water or on the rocks without experienced adult supervision.
Experience Albany
East of Albany, Western Australia is the Taylor Inlet and Nanarup Beach. Enjoy the sunrise sounds and sights of the south west coast of Western Australia, the Rainbow Coast and the Margaret River Region of Western Australia. SUBSCRIBE to receive our videos on YouTube.
