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Historic Ruins & Heritage

Round House

📍 The Round House, 10 Captains Lane, Fremantle, WA, Australia
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Quick Facts

Location
Australia, Perth
Category
Historic Ruins & Heritage
Duration
30 min - 1 hour
Address
The Round House, 10 Captains Lane, Fremantle, WA, Australia
Coordinates
-32.0540, 115.7430

Introduction

The Round House is Fremantle's and Western Australia's oldest surviving public building. Built in 1831, this octagonal stone building was WA's first prison — with historical significance and Indian Ocean views. Built 1831; Swan River Colony's earliest public building. Octagonal; served as prison then police lockup. Indian Ocean views. Daily noon cannon firing (~13:00). Near Fremantle waterfront; ~10 min walk from Fremantle Market. Visiting for WA's oldest building's colonial history is a brief Fremantle experience.

✨ Highlights

01
WA's oldest
Western Australia's oldest surviving public building (1831).
02
Octagonal
Unique octagonal stone building.
03
Cannon
Daily noon cannon firing (~13:00).
04
Ocean views
Indian Ocean views.

🛈 Practical Info

→Cannon:~13:00 daily cannon firing is a classic moment.
→Duration:30 min to 1 hour.
→Combine:Pair with Fremantle Market, Fremantle Prison and Perth.
→History:Great for learning WA colonial history.
→Ticket Information:Buy tickets; affordable.
→Transportation:Train / walk (Fremantle)

💡 Tips

• Buy tickets; affordable; ~13:00 daily cannon is classic.
• Pair with Fremantle Market and Perth.
• Opening and admission are subject to official notice.

FAQ

How much is the admission for Round House?

Buy tickets; affordable.

Any practical tips for visiting Round House?

Buy tickets; affordable; ~13:00 daily cannon is classic. Pair with Fremantle Market and Perth.

How long should I spend at Round House?

A typical visit takes 30 min - 1 hour.

Ticket prices, schedules and opening hours are for reference only; please follow the official announcement.