Discover Albany’s fascinating convict history at the Albany Convict Gaol Museum, where the stories of hardship, resilience and early colonial life come to life. Built in the mid-1800s, the gaol focused on rehabilitation, housing convicts transported from England between 1852 and 1868. Many earned their ticket of leave, contributing to vital local projects like the Albany Town Jetty, the Perth road and manning the pilot boat. Wander through original cell blocks, read interpretive plaques and explore exhibits on early settlers, explorers, and a gallery of historical photographs—offering a powerful glimpse into Albany’s rugged colonial past.

Albany Heritage Park is a unique blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage and military history, set across the dramatic landscape between Mount Clarence and Mount Adelaide. Just minutes from the town centre, the park is home to some of Albany’s most significant attractions and panoramic coastal views. Highlights include the National Anzac Centre – A world class museum honouring Australia’s ANZAC legacy, Princess Royal Fortress – One of Australia’s oldest military fortifications, Convoy Lookout & Padre White Lookout – Stunning viewpoints over King George Sound and Walking & Cycling Trails – that offer well maintained paths linking memorials, native bushland and scenic lookouts. Whether you're tracing wartime footsteps, enjoying a peaceful hike, or soaking up sweeping ocean views, Albany Heritage Park offers an unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages.

ANZAC Peace Park, located at the base of York Street is a thoughtfully designed commemorative space honouring the departure of Australian and New Zealand soldiers to World War I. Opened in 2010, the park features a Memorial Wall, the Pier of Remembrance, interpretive signage and landscaped gardens, including Lone Pine Grove—planted with Aleppo Pines to symbolically connect Albany with Gallipoli. Overlooking Princess Royal Harbour, this peaceful setting marks the last Australian sight many ANZAC troops saw before departing for war and serves as a place of reflection and remembrance for visitors today.

Explore the world’s only complete whaling station at Discovery Bay—offering a powerful and immersive look into Australia’s whaling history. Once home to the Cheynes Beach Whaling Company (the last to operate in Australia, closing in 1978), the site reopened in 1980 as an museum. Wander through converted whale oil tanks showing short films, marvel at a blue whale skeleton, and admire a vast marine animal art collection. Stroll through a stunning regional wildflower garden, and climb aboard the Cheynes IV—the world’s only preserved Whalechaser ship. Plan at least 3 hours to make the most of this experience.

Located in Alison Hartman Gardens on York Street, this sculpture honours Mokare, a respected Menang Noongar elder who played a vital role in building peaceful relations between the Menang people and early European settlers in Albany / Kinjarling, making it a focal point of reflection and cultural recognition. Mokare worked closely with Dr Alexander Collie, Albany’s resident magistrate, serving as a guide and interpreter during Collie’s 1831 expedition to the Porongurups. When Mokare passed away later that year, Collie asked to be buried beside him—a wish fulfilled in 1835. Though their graves were later disturbed during the construction of Albany Town Hall, some of Collie’s remains were reinterred in the Pioneers’ Cemetery. Mokare was first recorded in European history by Captain Dumont d’Urville and his officers Quoy and Gaimard, who praised him in their journals. He is remembered today as a key figure in Albany’s early history and a bridge between cultures.

Set against the stunning backdrop of Albany’s Princess Royal Harbour, the Museum of the Great Southern offers a captivating journey through the rich natural and cultural heritage of Western Australia's south coast. From ancient Noongar traditions and early European settlement to maritime exploration and the region’s unique biodiversity, the museum brings stories of the Great Southern to life through engaging exhibitions, interactive displays, and beautifully preserved historic buildings. Perfect for visitors of all ages, it’s a place to connect with the past, explore the present, and gain a deeper understanding of the people and environments that have shaped this remarkable corner of the world.

The monument commemorates Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the commander of Turkish forces during the Gallipoli campaign of World War I. As leader of the 19th Division, Atatürk played a decisive role in resisting the ANZAC landings in April 1915. Renowned for his strategic brilliance and fearless leadership, he inspired his troops and helped alter the course of the campaign. Following the war, he became the founding father of modern Turkey, introducing sweeping reforms that transformed the nation into a secular republic in 1923. Revered as a national hero, Atatürk was named “Father of the Turks” in 1934 and remembered worldwide for his commitment to peace, once stating, "I look to the world with an open heart full of pure feelings and friendship."

National Anzac Centre opened in 2014 for Albany’s Anzac Centenary honours the men and women who departed from Albany to serve in WWI. Located on Mt Adelaide, it overlooks Princess Royal Harbour, the very waters from which the Anzacs set sail. Through interactive exhibits, artefacts, film and personal stories, visitors follow the journeys of real soldiers and nurses, each assigned a historical figure upon entry, with their fate revealed only at the end. This deeply moving experience offers a personal and emotional connection to the Anzac legacy, with the chance to share your own reflections via the Tribute Wall, both onsite and online.

Located along the Ellen Cove Boardwalk, just beyond the Scenic Rotary Lookout and car park, this striking monument commemorates French explorer Nicolas Baudin and his pioneering expedition to Australia between 1800 and 1803. The monument features a bronze bust of Baudin (1754–1803), created by artist Peter Gelenscer and unveiled in 2003 to mark the bicentenary of the Baudin expedition. The bust rests on a tall, triangular granite base and faces the Indian Ocean—a symbolic gesture toward the journey Baudin and his crew undertook more than two centuries ago. A detailed plaque on the base describes the expedition’s aims and achievements, including Baudin’s historic meeting with British explorer Matthew Flinders in Encounter Bay (now in South Australia) in April 1802—a rare and peaceful encounter between rival nations during wartime.

Step back in time at Patrick Taylor Cottage – Western Australia's oldest surviving dwelling, built in 1832 by John Morley and purchased by Patrick Taylor in 1834. Originally part of a 240 acre property, the eleven-room wattle and daub cottage offers a rare look into life in the mid-1800s. Explore rooms including a parlour, nursery, sewing room, kitchen and verandah, all furnished with period pieces. The museum features fascinating colonial artefacts, including an extensive porcelain collection and provides a rich insight into early settler architecture and daily life. A must visit for history lovers and anyone curious about Albany’s colonial past.

The RSL Memorial Rose Garden is dedicated to commemorating all Australians who served in military conflicts, with a special focus on military nurses and was established by the Albany Sub-branch of the RSL with the support of volunteers and donated resources. The garden was first planned in 1935 to honour nurses who served in World War I. It was officially dedicated in 1937. The memorial recognises the contributions of nurses who served in the Boer War, World War I and later conflicts. Today, the garden stands as a place of remembrance and reflection, honouring the courage and care of Australian service personnel—particularly the nurses whose roles were vital in times of war.

Visit Strawberry Hill at Barmup, meaning "place of tall trees", a site first inhabited by the Menang people and later Western Australia’s first farm. Begin your journey at the award winning Visitor Hub, where you’ll find rich information on the site's cultural and historical significance. Explore the beautifully interpreted 1836 homestead and surrounding heritage buildings at your own pace, with friendly local volunteers on hand to assist. Strawberry Hill was the first historic house opened to the public by the National Trust of Western Australia in 1966. Don't forget to check seasonal opening hours and enjoy light refreshments from the kiosk—available to ticket holders.

The Brig Amity is a full scale, land locked replica of the 1826 convict transport ship that brought Major Edmund Lockyer and the first European settlers (soldiers, convicts and crew) to Albany establishing Western Australia’s first European settlement. Built in the 1970s to mark Albany’s 150th anniversary, this replica sits near its embarkment in Princess Royal Harbour as part of the Museum of the Great Southern. The museum shares the stories of the Menang Noongar people, highlighting the role of Mokare, who helped early European explorers navigate the unfamiliar land.

At the top of Corndarup / Mount Clarence, you'll find the ANZAC Desert Mounted Corps Memorial, offering breathtaking views over Princess Royal Harbour and King George Sound. The memorial is a replica of the original statue that was erected in Suez during the 1930s, commemorating the ANZAC Desert Mounted Corps and their service in the Middle East during World War I. It honours all Australian and New Zealand units and formations that served in Egypt, Palestine and Syria between 1916 and 1918. The monument symbolises the enduring partnership captured in the name ‘ANZAC’. The idea for the original memorial was born after the Battle of Romani in August 1916 and received the support of the troops. In 1917, every serving member of the Desert Mounted Corps—including New Zealand mounted units, the Australian Flying Corps and the Nursing Services stationed in Egypt or Palestine—contributed one day’s pay to fund its construction. Originally erected in Port Said, Egypt, the memorial was destroyed by Egyptian nationalists during the Suez Crisis in 1956.

Opened on June 1, 1888, by Mayor William Grills Knight, the Albany Town Hall quickly established itself as the civic and cultural heart of the town, serving as a vital centre for both local governance and community life. Constructed from locally quarried granite and designed in the Victorian Free Classical style, the building housed municipal offices on the ground floor, while the first floor featured an impressive public hall that became a vibrant venue for town meetings, theatre performances, concerts, exhibitions, and social gatherings such as balls and dances. A few years after its opening, on April 15, 1891, the installation and first chime of the iconic clock marked a new era of civic pride, with its steady rhythm becoming a familiar and comforting sound for generations of Albany residents, further cementing the Town Hall’s role as a lasting symbol of the town’s growth, identity and community spirit.