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Albany's Historic Whaling Station Admission Ticket

4.3 (103 reviews) 2–3 hours Free cancellation
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Albany's Historic Whaling Station Admission Ticket

About this activity

Spend a day exploring the world’s only complete whaling station tourism attraction and gain fascinating insight into Albany’s colorful past. Follow informative trails to learn the stories of the men and women whose livelihood depended on Australia’s whaling industry. There are a variety of activities to experience and see such as short films within the converted whale oil tanks, a giant blue whale skeleton display, precious scrimshaw art, and a world-renowned marine animal art collection. You may even climb aboard the Cheynes IV, the world’s only preserved Whalechaser ship. Afterwards, relax in a café overlooking one of Albany’s most picturesque bays and enjoy free BBQ facilities in a beautiful Regional Wildflower Garden.

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At a glance

Duration
2–3 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
People per booking
1–15
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Albany's Historic Whaling Station

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–17 years) · Adults (18–64 years) · Seniors (65–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Included: Free BBQ facilities
  • Included: All activities

Not included

  • Not included: Food and drinks
  • Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

  1. Albany's Historic Whaling Station

    Admission included

    Enjoy the 20-minute scenic drive from Albany CBD on your way to Albany's Historic Whaling Station. Find yourself immersed in the sights and sounds of the whaling industry. Enjoy short films within the converted whale oil tanks and hop aboard the Cheynes IV, the world’s only preserved Whale chaser ship. Be amazed by a giant blue whale skeleton, enjoy a world-renowned marine animal art collection, and view precious scrimshaw art. If you have some spare time before the tour, you can visit the museum exhibits filled with authentic, whaling artifacts and memorabilia, or relax in the café overlooking one of Albany’s most picturesque bays. This unique, biodiverse location is also home to many native plants which are on display in the Regional Wildflower Garden.  Enjoy free BBQ facilities in the gardens and learn about the friendly collection of native animals at the Australian Wildlife Park. With so much to explore you can spend the entire day at Albany's Historic Whaling Station.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Albany's Historic Whaling Station 81 Whaling Station Rd, 6330, Frenchman Bay, Australia See on map

End point

  • Albany's Historic Whaling Station 81 Whaling Station Rd, 6330, Frenchman Bay, Australia See on map

Using your ticket

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Traveller ratings

4.3 out of 5 · 103 reviews
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