Cruising FAQs

Can I view cruise ships from the Passenger Terminal if I’m not a passenger?

Visitors (non-passengers) are not permitted inside the Passenger Terminal building during large ship visits (eg. Sun Princess) due to the very large number of disembarking and embarking passengers.

The Passenger Terminal building may be open to visitors ( non-passengers) during smaller ship visits, however, this status may change at any time.

The best places to see ships entering or leaving the harbour are on the western end of Victoria Quay (at the Ferry Terminal, between A and B Sheds, or near the Maritime Museum) or on South or North moles. See the Inner Harbour map.

Where can I best view cruise ships from?

Where do passengers get dropped off and picked up from?

Drop off and pick up passengers from the Passenger Terminal car park. See Passenger Information for directions on how to get there.

What happens to my luggage once I check it in?

Passenger luggage is passed through an x-ray machine for security screening prior to being loaded onto the ship.

Can passengers leave the Passenger Terminal once they have checked in luggage?

Yes, passengers may leave the Passenger Terminal once their luggage has been checked in and they have visited the cruise check-in counter. Just make sure you leave enough time to return to the Passenger Terminal to commence embarkation. Ring the Cruise Line (9430 3335) for the latest embarkation time.

Fremantle has many interesting attractions, including cafés and restaurants. To get to the Fremantle CBD, you must cross the railway line. Use the pedestrian bridge near the Passenger Terminal and turn right onto Beach Street and walk towards the train station. Turn left at the train station into Market Street to start your Fremantle experience! Alternatively, walk down Peter Hughes Drive, parallel to the railway line towards the railway station. Cross the railway line at the level crossing, making sure you watch for trains. Cross over Phillimore Street and head up Market Street.