Best History Museum in Rottnest Island

"Perched on the Indian Ocean’s shore, the WA Maritime Museum is symbolic of Fremantle’s past, present and future as a coastal city and port. The Museum houses several unique galleries that explore WA’s maritime relationship. From leisure boats and handcrafted sailing boats to commercial pearl luggers, the Museum inspires visitors to discover WA’s affinity with the ocean."

"The Western Australia Museum is not open until 2020 as they’re doing some major refurbishments, but the art gallery is free to enter and look around. The Cultural Centre is also a nice place to sit and watch the world go by!"

"The Perth Cultural Centre is an area full of gardens and galleries in central Perth. Home to a number of cultural institutions like Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts (PICA), the multi-level Art Gallery of Western Australia, and the Western Australia Museum. The Art Gallery of Western Australia is free to browse but donations are accepted."

"Once you’re fed, stroll up to the Perth Cultural Centre. The Western Australia Museum is not open until 2020 as they’re doing some major refurbishments, but the art gallery is free to enter and look around. The Cultural Centre is also a nice place to sit and watch the world go by!"

"The Perth Cultural Centre is made up of a number of organisations in buildings spread through a central precinct in the heart of Perth. These include the ..."

"Standing in the former and now heritage-listed public space Heathcote Mental Reception Home in Applecross is the Goolugatup Heathcote, a contemporary art gallery with rotating exhibitions and a museum showcasing the site’s eventful history. With an artists studio, Artist in Residence program, and venues for hire, Goolugatup is a popular destination for both emerging and established artists. The gallery is also home to a world-class restaurant and one of the most popular and award-winning playgrounds in the metropolitan area – making it a perfect location for some family trips and gathering."

"The Heathcote Gallery, part of the redeveloped Heathcote Cultural Precinct, has a curated program that is remarkable in its variety, quality and dedication to fostering local talent. Head to their website to check out what 2020 holds – the program is jam-packed already. Highlights include I thought it would be roses, a collection of love letters upturning patriarchal tradition, COUNTERPART, a multidisciplinary group exhibition by WA artists with intellectual disabilities, and Larrikins, a video artwork critiquing larrikin masculinity through drag performance."

"Among the permanent displays here is material from the State Library and the State Records Office. It’s part of the Museum of Perth’s dedication to documenting the changes that have happened throughout Perth’s history. A mix of society, culture, politics and architecture gives a sense of the changing face of the city."

"Perth’s first maternity hospital displays many facets of medical history including nursing, dentistry, early medicine and the famous Royal Flying Doctor Service. The Museum occupies the heritage-listed Harvey House, which became Perth’s first maternity hospital in 1916. The Museum is open Wednesday 10.30am – 4pm and the second Sunday of every month from 2pm – 4pm."

"When you’re ready for some lunch, Annalakshmi Restaurant is well worth a visit. It is a vegetarian Indian buffet that looks over the Swan River, and it operates on a pay what you want basis. Remember to pay what you can afford; the model works because some people are generous and pay extra to fund those who might not be able to afford a good meal otherwise. It is open from 12:00pm until 2:00pm for lunch (and then again from 6:00-9:00pm for dinner. No judgements if you go twice in a day, I have before!)."

"A Perth institution since the early-90s operating under a pay-what-you-feel system, they’ve recently begun operating a $15 set Thali and you will not be disappointed. Huge servings of Indian vegetarian meals await, with stellar views of the Swan River, there’s a reason it’s still going strong after all these years. Barrack Square, Jetty 4 Riverside Dr, Perth"

"Annalakshmi on the Swan starts off our list as one of the leading vegan restaurants here in Perth. Here, you will indulge in a unique and memorable dining experience. Their Indian cuisine is freshly made with the finest ingredients."

"Add in a dash of Middle Eastern influences and a partnership with burger hotshots Juicy Buns, and you’re onto a winner. Even better than all these great elements though, is the community-building and philanthropic approach they’ve fostered since day one. 19 Tribute Street West, Shelley"

"If you dread the thought of having to cook on Monday nights after work, and you’re looking for something more substantial than a quick dash through the drive-thru, then turning to a hawkers market may be the perfect option. Open every Monday, Inglewood Night Markets offer convenient takeaway options from a selection of mobile food trucks. With live entertainment, boutique shopping stalls and coffee-to-go in a family-friendly (and dog-friendly) environment, it’s a lively (and more sociable) alternative to cooking at home."

"But the Perth suburb of Inglewood is well and truly alive, with food trucks lining the long footpath of Beaufort Street, between Sixth and Eleventh avenues, to feed hungry locals. It's only five kilometres (three miles) from the city centre, and a fun way to pick and choose dinner and enjoy the convivial scene. Bring along a few gold coins for the buskers, who add to the ambience."