Old Post Office

Old Post Office

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations
Landmarks and Buildings
  • History & Heritage
  • General

Highlights

  • Explore the historic charm of the Old Post Office, featuring a striking 25-metre clock tower from 1869.
  • Capture stunning photographs of Western Australia's oldest post office, showcasing its unique heritage character.
  • Stroll along the Town Walk Heritage Trail, starting near the Old Post Office, to uncover Albany's rich history.
  • Admire the surrounding century-old buildings, including the old Albany Courthouse and Royal George Hotel, steeped in local lore.
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The Old Post Office is a distinctive historic building in the centre of Albany. The restored 1869 building has a twenty-five-metre clock tower that is visible from the Princess Royal Harbour. Be sure to photograph the oldest post office in Western Australia and enjoy checking out the heritage character of this unique building.

While the inside of the building is not open to the public, the outside offers a great view of an intriguing structure worthy of stopping past.

Discover more about the appealing town of Albany by participating in the Town Walk Heritage Trail, which commences on Stirling Terrace near the Old Post Office. Visit the old Albany Courthouse, the Royal George Hotel and the Argyle Buildings which are all well over 100 years old.

Albany is a four-and-a-half-hour drive south of Perth and is the gateway to the southern region.

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Accreditations

  • WA – Australia's South West

Features

  • Carpark

Tags

  • History & Heritage
Accessibility

Disabled access available, contact operator for details.

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