Busselton Jetty stands as the longest timber-piled jetty in the Southern Hemisphere. Hosting an underwater observatory, this unique structure features a spiral staircase descending 26 feet beneath the waters of Geographe Bay. While it presently serves as a hub for tourism and leisure activities, its historical roots trace back to its role as a functional jetty. The jetty retains remnants of a rail line running alongside, a relic of the railway connection between Busselton and Bunbury. This line now transports visitors alongside the jetty, leading to an underwater observatory—one among merely six natural aquariums globally—accessible to the public since 2003. An upcoming addition, the Australian Underwater Discovery Centre, is anticipated to open its doors in 2023.
UNIQUE FACTS:
• Interpretive Centre
• Heritage Museum
• Underwater Observatory.
3 Best Places To Visit in Busselton, WA
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BUSSELTON JETTY REVIEWS
The whole experience - the Busselton Visitor Information Centre, the Jetty, Jetty Museum and the Train ride to the end of the jetty and back was awesome. I love history and I learned so much about this fascinating part of Busselton history I did not know. Great displays and well appointed visitor centre. Happy to pay for the train tickets as the monies raised goes towards maintaining this unique part of our history. Will come back and do this again as the Underwater Observatory was closed. Busselton has done a mighty job to make this attraction so interesting as well as beautifully landscaping the foreshore area by the jetty. Very family friendly. A great playground for children, good amenities and caters for disability access.
This is an absolute must try experience. You can bring your whole family to this place. You must check times before you go there otherwise you will have to wait there for hours for your turn. For example you might have to go at 2 pm for the last show. Call or check online so that you dont waste any time. Wear a hat and sunscreen in summer. Bring your own water bottle.
Beautiful scenery and lively atmosphere. It's was the Easter holidays so we missed out on getting the train from the jetty so we walked down to the other, we didn't realise how long the walk actually was but still enjoyed it. The Underwater Observatory was beautiful to see as well.
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The Busselton Museum finds its home within the one-hectare Old Butter Factory grounds, nestled along the scenic banks of the Vasse River. A replication of the old Busselton Jetty Rotunda enhances the panoramic view. Exhibits within the building delve into Busselton's rich history, encompassing agriculture, forestry, and maritime heritage. Of notable significance are the insights into the 1920s Group Settlement Scheme and the heritage-listed Old Butter Factory. This museum was inaugurated in 1975 and operated entirely through the dedication of volunteers from the Busselton Historical Society. Specifically, Tuesdays are designated for this committed team, tasked with maintaining artefacts, constructing new displays, and consistently ensuring the collection remains pertinent to contemporary interests.
UNIQUE FACTS:
• Exhibitions
• Artifacts
• Historical Places.
Specialty:
$Price:
Adults $10
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Working Hours:
Tue: Closed
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THE BUSSELTON MUSEUM REVIEWS
The Busso Meseum is loving run by volunteers and located in what used to be the Butter Factory! An amazing collection of local items dating back to the early days a of settlement. A great display of the old butter factory machinery items used.A credit to the community & pleasent surprise to tourists.
One of the best volunteer run historical museums I have ever visited (and I’ve been to a few). So many periods covered and so many artefacts from these. Room after room brings back many distant memories. I loved the old classroom and early readers. NB: No indigenous/first peoples history or their treatment is included.
This is a gorgeous Country museum which is filled with a wide variety of historical artefacts ranging from wagons, machinery, clothing and furniture. There is a great deal to see and learn about. Definitely worth the visit.
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Wonnerup House is a significant historic farm site, with its construction dating back to 1859, nestled within a vast expanse of over 2,500 acres of land. Initially, in 1837, a rough hut was designed by George Layman but was unfortunately destroyed by a fire incident. Addressing the local community's concern for a shortage of schools in Wonnerup during the 1870s, George Layman Jr. generously donated property near Wonnerup House to establish a school in 1873. Subsequently, in 1973, the National Trust opened Wonnerup House to the public, offering complimentary admission for children under five.
UNIQUE FACTS:
• Heritage Museum
• Collections
• Displays
• Exhibitions.
Specialty:
$Price:
Adult/student Concession $7
Children (Over 5Yrs) $5
Family Group of Four $25
Group Bookings (10 or More People) $7 per Person
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Tue & Wed: Closed
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WONNERUP HOUSE REVIEWS
The very well preserved house goes on to show the kind of life the gone-by generation lived. In the room adjacent to the office there is a lot of off hand information, history and images available for the keen minded. When I went from the first house to the second I actually felt like time traveling from one period to another. The first home is very basic with stone floors and exposed ceilings and the second house is more historian in feel. To think that once these both houses were full of children and people who ran around in the same places that I was walking gave me an eerie feeling. So many memories must have been made and dissolved here. Life is fragile and momentary. Quite a though provoking location to visit.
Stunning place, full of beauty & history, both uplifting & tragic for all people historically. Beautifully presented homestead & related buildings with breathtaking areas to stroll. A visit is a must & curator very helpful, informative & friendly.
Historical National Trust House. Interesting historical information and well preserved house and buildings with furnished rooms showing the process of everyday life from the early 1900s. Beautifully kept gardens with long views across the fields.
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