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Albany's History and Highlights
Highlights
- Explore Albany's rich history at the National ANZAC Centre, where interactive displays immerse you in poignant war stories.
- Journey along Marine Drive, soaking in stunning views of King George Sound and the iconic Breaksea and Michaelmus Islands.
- Visit the historic Patrick Taylor Cottage, one of Western Australia's earliest homes, and connect with the region's heritage.
- Savour morning tea with scones, jam, and cream, enhancing your tour experience with a delightful local treat.
The history of Albany and the Great Southern is revealed in stories on this tour. From the Albany Visitor Centre travel along Marine Drive with a view of King George Sound, to the National ANZAC Centre.
The interactive displays will take you on an intimate journey of a participant in the war. Travel the Avenue of Honour, which leads to the Memorial of the Desert Mounted Corps and Padre White Lookout.
Take in the view that the departing ANZAC Troops had before they sailed onwards to war, for some of them, the last vision of their homeland. See Breaksea and Michaelmus Islands, and the lighthouse.
Journeying into the city centre, past the oldest farm in Western Australia and visit one of the earliest homes in Western Australia at Patrick Taylor Cottage.
The tour includes morning tea/coffee and scones, jam and cream.
We’re a member of the elite group of tourism operators in Western Australia, part of the Dream Collective. Guests have to say:
“Three of my family did your Albany History Highlights tour today. lt was excellent. Thank you very much, a wide range of ages suited to all. Joy was a wonderful tour guide.” 5 stars Maxine April 2025.
Itinerary highlights
National ANZAC Centre
The award-winning National Anzac Centre is one of Australia’s most important cultural pilgrimages. Located within Albany’s heritage-listed Princess Royal Fortress, the centre overlooks the actual harbour from which over 41,000 men and woman departed Australia for the Great War. Immerse yourself in the Anzac Legend and follow personal stories through state-of-the-art technology, multimedia and historic artefacts. Prepare to remember, learn and explore.
Desert Mounted Crops Memorial and Padre White Lookout, Mt Clarence
Exceptional vantage point to view across Princess Royal Harbour, King George Sound, bushland and wildlfowers.
Tour details
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Available from 30 June 2018 to 31 March 2026
Features
Service facilities
Sevice Activity
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
- Asks all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met.
- Advise tour guides of the access needs of guests at the time of booking (includes pick up and drop off requirements)
- Assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations)
Communication
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
- Uses Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)
Physical – Mobility
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
Physical – Wheelchair
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
- Step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
- Wheelchair accessible transport options available in the general vicinity (provide information on name of the operator, phone and website link to individual providers for private vehicles, community transport train, mini vans, hire cars, buses, taxis, ferry, tram, light rail etc in their access statement).
Allergies and intolerances
Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
- Modify their cooking and cleaning practices to cater for people with food allergies or chemical intolerances (could include menus with meals free from: nuts, dairy, seafood, eggs, gluten etc).
- Staff are trained to respond to allergic reactions.
Operation information
Albany Tours
Albany Tours is the premier, land-based tour provider on the south coast of Western Australia in the Great Southern sub-region of Australia’s South West. They deliver quality small-group tour experiences in Albany, Denmark, and Mount Barker.
They offer a variety of day-and half-day tours around Albany and to Denmark, and Mount Barker. Tours depart daily and take you to the ‘must see’ locations and include the natural, historic and food and wine icons of the region.
Be exhilarated by the pounding ocean at the Gap and Natural Bridge in the Torndirrup National Park or view the southern horizon at the Granite Skywalk in the Porongurup National Park. Visit the historic storehouses of the National ANZAC Centre and Albany’s Historic Whaling Station. Taste the delights of food and wine in the unique cool climate zones of Denmark and Mount Barker in the Great Southern Wine Appellation. Walk Albany in the main street and get an ‘insider’s perspective’ on a 90-minute walking tour.
With local expertise, energy and integrity, the friendly, courteous and passionate team strive to ensure every guest is well looked after and has an Instagrammable and review-worthy experience.
Activities
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Accreditations
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
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Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
- Tourism Emission Reduction Commitment
Memberships
- Australian Tourism Export Council
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- Visitor Information Centre
- WA – Australia's South West
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