What can I visit at the port?
The western end of Victoria Quay is open to the public. The E Shed Markets, the Western Australian Maritime Museum, Sail Training Ship Leeuwin (B Shed), the B Shed ferry terminal and café, and O'Connor Landing (ferry landing) are located at the western end of Victoria Quay. Read more in the Visiting the Port section.
Where can I take photos of the port?
Photographs can be taken from areas open to the public, such as North Mole, South Mole and the western end of Victoria Quay. Read more in Filming and photography.
I’m looking into my family history. How can I find out about ships that called at Fremantle and who was on them?
Go to Passenger and shipping records.
Where can I see historic photos of the port?
A small collection of historic photos can be seen in our Photo gallery.
There is also a rotating display of historic photographs with captions on a widescreen in the foyer of Fremantle Ports' administration building on Victoria Quay. This widescreen is on the wall near the foyer cafe. The foyer and cafe are open to the public during business hours (although the café closes at 2pm).
For information concerning early photographs of Fremantle and the port, please contact:
Pictorial Collection
JS Battye Library of West Australian History
Library and Information Service of Western Australia
Alexander Library Building
Perth Cultural Centre
PERTH WA 6000
Telephone (08) 9427 3111
www.liswa.wa.gov.au
or
Local History Collection
Fremantle City Library
City of Fremantle, Town Hall Centre
8 William Street
FREMANTLE WA 6160
Telephone (08) 9432 9766
Email: frelib@fremantle.wa.gov.au
How do I find out what ships are in port or what ships will be visiting the port in future?
See the Shipping Movements page which lists arrivals and departures seven days in advance, and lists which ships are in port. If you are interested in cruise ships, then visit Cruise ship visits, which lists ship calls a few years in advance.
How do I find out about bringing something from overseas or sending something overseas?
Fremantle Ports is not directly involved in cargo-handling arrangements. Freight forwarders or shipping agents provide importing and exporting services. Freight forwarders handle smaller items, such as motor bikes and large parcels. Container-sized cargo, such as household goods, is handled by shipping agents.
A list of freight forwarders is at the Customs Brokers and Forwarders Council of Australia. Information on which shipping lines service which routes and the contact information for the relevant shipping agents are on this website:
Shipping routes (lists of shipping lines servicing each major overseas region).
Freight forwarders and shipping agents also listed in the Australian Yellow Pages directory.
Imported or exported goods have detailed documentation. The Bill of Lading, a document provided to you by the freight forwarder or shipping agent, has important shipping details on it, such as the container number, port of loading, and vessel name. The freight forwarder or shipping agent handling your goods should be able to help you with your enquiries.