Sue’s Guidebook for Albany
Restaurants
Another close spot for your morning coffee….Overlooking Middleton Beach. Playground for the kids.
Opening hours
Breakfast 6.30am - 11am
Lunch 11.30am - 4pm
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Three Anchors
2 Flinders ParadeAnother close spot for your morning coffee….Overlooking Middleton Beach. Playground for the kids.
Opening hours
Breakfast 6.30am - 11am
Lunch 11.30am - 4pm
Stunning harbour views. Live music. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
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Garrison - Best Restaurants & Cafes in Mount Clarence, Albany WA
7 Forts RdStunning harbour views. Live music. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Majuba Bistro
132 York StOur favourite place to go on a special occasion or with friends
Indian Food, dine in or takeaway.
Opens 7 days a week from 5pm
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Albany Indian Tandoori Restaurant
75 Frederick StIndian Food, dine in or takeaway.
Opens 7 days a week from 5pm
Licensed tavern with great meals. Directly across from Middleton Beach. Outdoor seating.
Opening hours
Sunday 11am - 9.30pm
Monday - closed
Tuesday closed
Wednesday 3-9.30pm
Thursday 3-9.30pm
Friday 3-9.30pm
Saturday 11am - 10.30pm
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Hybla Tavern
11 Flinders ParadeLicensed tavern with great meals. Directly across from Middleton Beach. Outdoor seating.
Opening hours
Sunday 11am - 9.30pm
Monday - closed
Tuesday closed
Wednesday 3-9.30pm
Thursday 3-9.30pm
Friday 3-9.30pm
Saturday 11am - 10.30pm
Parisian Inspired Bar with Vietnamese Food inside the Historic London Hotel
Opening hours
Sunday closed
Monday closed
Tuesday - Saturday
11.30am - 2.30pm
5- 11.30pm
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Liberte
162 Stirling TerraceParisian Inspired Bar with Vietnamese Food inside the Historic London Hotel
Opening hours
Sunday closed
Monday closed
Tuesday - Saturday
11.30am - 2.30pm
5- 11.30pm
Rustlers Steakhouse
222 Stirling TerraceLime 303
303 Middleton RdThai food. Dine in or takeaway. BYO
Opening hours
Sunday & Monday closed
Tuesday- Saturday
5 - 9pm
Chanya Thai
Thai food. Dine in or takeaway. BYO
Opening hours
Sunday & Monday closed
Tuesday- Saturday
5 - 9pm
Situated on Albany’s Main Street is this great little Italian restaurant. Fully licensed.
Opening hours
Sunday - Monday closed
Tuesday - Saturday
5pm - 8.30pm
Little Italy Restaurant & Pizzeria
220 York StSituated on Albany’s Main Street is this great little Italian restaurant. Fully licensed.
Opening hours
Sunday - Monday closed
Tuesday - Saturday
5pm - 8.30pm
Great Chinese food….our favourite! Simple decor, great food. Dine or takeaway
Opening hours
Tuesday - Sunday
11am - 2.30pm
4.30pm - 9pm
Closed Monday
Wa Chinese Cafe & Restaurant
27 Peels PlGreat Chinese food….our favourite! Simple decor, great food. Dine or takeaway
Opening hours
Tuesday - Sunday
11am - 2.30pm
4.30pm - 9pm
Closed Monday
Italian restaurant, suitable for families. BYO only.
Opening times
Tuesday - Sunday 4.30pm until late
Takes online bookings
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Venice Pizza Bar & Restaurant
179 York StItalian restaurant, suitable for families. BYO only.
Opening times
Tuesday - Sunday 4.30pm until late
Takes online bookings
Chinese Dining and take-away.
Opening hours
Sunday
5pm - 9pm
Monday - Saturday
12pm - 2pm
5pm - 9pm
Three Plenties Palace
148 York StChinese Dining and take-away.
Opening hours
Sunday
5pm - 9pm
Monday - Saturday
12pm - 2pm
5pm - 9pm
Thai Food. Dine in or Take-away.
Opening hours
Sunday
5-9pm
Monday
Closed
Tuesday & Wednesday
5-9pm
Thursday - Saturday
11am - 2pm
5-9pm
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Joop Thai Restaurant
130 Lockyer AveThai Food. Dine in or Take-away.
Opening hours
Sunday
5-9pm
Monday
Closed
Tuesday & Wednesday
5-9pm
Thursday - Saturday
11am - 2pm
5-9pm
India restaurant situated at the Amity Motel.
Opening hours
7 days a week
5pm - 9pm
Royal turban indian restaurant
India restaurant situated at the Amity Motel.
Opening hours
7 days a week
5pm - 9pm
Le Grande Avenue
Ryan's Restaurant
Sugbo Grill Restaurant and Catering
View
2 Toll PlArts & Culture
Learn about the history of our Anzac's, whilst enjoying the stunning views over the harbour
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Nationales Anzac-Zentrum
67 Forts RdLearn about the history of our Anzac's, whilst enjoying the stunning views over the harbour
Brig Amity
Princess Royal DriveAlbany history
Albany Convict Gaol
267 Stirling TerraceTours (self-guided, unless by prior arrangement)
Night tours and venue hire
Restored shore batteries, armories, barracks, the 10th Light Horse display, trails and a collection of naval guns and torpedoes
Princess Royal Fortress Military Museum
67 Forts RdRestored shore batteries, armories, barracks, the 10th Light Horse display, trails and a collection of naval guns and torpedoes
This park in the town centre has something for everyone.
*Visit the National Anzac Centre
*Discover the historic barracks and gun emplacements at Princess Royal Fortress
*Take in the views from Apex, Convoy and Padre White Lookouts
*Explore the marked trails on foot or mountain bike
*Enjoy picnic and BBQ areas, set in landscaped gardens
*Dine at Garrison restaurant with panoramic views of Princess Royal Harbour
Albany Heritage Park
This park in the town centre has something for everyone.
*Visit the National Anzac Centre
*Discover the historic barracks and gun emplacements at Princess Royal Fortress
*Take in the views from Apex, Convoy and Padre White Lookouts
*Explore the marked trails on foot or mountain bike
*Enjoy picnic and BBQ areas, set in landscaped gardens
*Dine at Garrison restaurant with panoramic views of Princess Royal Harbour
Strawberry Hill
174 Middleton RdMuseum of the Great Southern
Residency RoadAlbany Convict Gaol
267 Stirling TerracePatrick Taylor Cottage
37 Duke StAlbany Town Hall
217 York StSightseeing
Albany Wind Farm
Amazing views of the coast
Albany Visitor Centre
221 York StLocal Tourist Information Centre
The Gap and Natural Bridge A new universally accessible viewing platform at the Gap allows visitors to stand 40 metres directly above the surging seas, allowing those brave enough to view the true power of mother nature.
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The Gap
The Gap RoadThe Gap and Natural Bridge A new universally accessible viewing platform at the Gap allows visitors to stand 40 metres directly above the surging seas, allowing those brave enough to view the true power of mother nature.
Open 9am - 5pm everyday (except Christmas day)
Albany's Historic Whaling Station is the only experience of its kind in the world.
Explore an intact whale processing factory and whale chasing ship - fully restored and ready for you to discover.
The Cheynes Beach Whaling Company was the last whaling company to cease operations in Australia, closing in 1978. Opening in 1980 (known then as Whale World), it is now home to an interactive museum on whales and whaling.
Join a tour of the whaling factory with our passionate guides to gain an informative overview of the stations operations, and then discover the many additional exhibits at your own pace. Guided 40 minute tours run on the hour 10am to 3pm daily and are included with ticket entry.
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Walfangstation von Albany
81 Whaling Station RdOpen 9am - 5pm everyday (except Christmas day)
Albany's Historic Whaling Station is the only experience of its kind in the world.
Explore an intact whale processing factory and whale chasing ship - fully restored and ready for you to discover.
The Cheynes Beach Whaling Company was the last whaling company to cease operations in Australia, closing in 1978. Opening in 1980 (known then as Whale World), it is now home to an interactive museum on whales and whaling.
Join a tour of the whaling factory with our passionate guides to gain an informative overview of the stations operations, and then discover the many additional exhibits at your own pace. Guided 40 minute tours run on the hour 10am to 3pm daily and are included with ticket entry.
Essentials
Closest large grocery store to our villa. No Sunday trading except January Holidays
Woolworths Albany Bayonet Head
206 Lower King RdClosest large grocery store to our villa. No Sunday trading except January Holidays
IGA Spencer Park
1 Hardie RdOpen 7 days a week.
7am - 7pm
Coles Albany
56 Albany HwyClosed on Sundays
Woolworths Albany Dog Rock
302 Middleton RoadClosed on Sundays
IGA Albany
100 Lower Stirling TerraceOpen 7 days
Trading Hours:
7am to 7pm Mon to Wed
7am to 8:30pm Thur
7am to 7pm Fri to Sun
Fresh produce and local products
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SUPA IGA
North StreetTrading Hours:
7am to 7pm Mon to Wed
7am to 8:30pm Thur
7am to 7pm Fri to Sun
Fresh produce and local products
Little Asian Grocery
218 North RdFlavors of Asia
Pakistan & Indian Grocery Shop
Pubs & Hotels
Rats Bar
18A Adelaide CresParisian inspired bar with fun Vietnamese food, inside the Historic London Hotel
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Liberte
162 Stirling TerraceParisian inspired bar with fun Vietnamese food, inside the Historic London Hotel
Beautiful heritage bar & restaurant with beer garden and area for the kids to play.
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The Earl of Spencer Historic Inn - Bar & Restaurant
60 Earl StBeautiful heritage bar & restaurant with beer garden and area for the kids to play.
Six Degrees
70 Stirling TerraceUrban Retro Bar - great food, live music
Due South is a waterfront restaurant located near the centre of Albany at the Marina. Lunch & Dinner available.
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Due South
6 Toll PlDue South is a waterfront restaurant located near the centre of Albany at the Marina. Lunch & Dinner available.
Premier Hotel Albany
Sports Bar with In-house Golf simulator booths. Large. Big screens & great food.
Inswing Albany Sports Bar
40 Sanford RdSports Bar with In-house Golf simulator booths. Large. Big screens & great food.
EVE Late night bar
Albany Hotel
Parks & Nature
There are a number of stunning lookouts and walktrails in the park, including Sharp Point, Jimmy Newells, Stony Hill, Peak Head, Salmon Holes, and Bald Head or you can visit secluded Misery Beach.
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There are a number of stunning lookouts and walktrails in the park, including Sharp Point, Jimmy Newells, Stony Hill, Peak Head, Salmon Holes, and Bald Head or you can visit secluded Misery Beach.
Mount Frankland Walks
Choose from several walks depending on how much time you have and your fitness level.
The Towerman’s Hut is an easy walk to a barbecue area where you can explore the old hut built in 1956. From here the towerman left to climb to the summit of Mount Frankland several times a day to watch for fires and check the weather.
View the Walpole Wilderness from high above the forest floor on the spectacular Wilderness View Lookout. From here it is a challenge to see any sign of human activity or habitation.
Follow The Summit Trail to the towerman’s lookout on top of Mount Frankland. While the walk is strenuous, the views make it worthwhile – on a clear day you can see the Porongu
Mount Frankland National Park
Mount Frankland RoadMount Frankland Walks
Choose from several walks depending on how much time you have and your fitness level.
The Towerman’s Hut is an easy walk to a barbecue area where you can explore the old hut built in 1956. From here the towerman left to climb to the summit of Mount Frankland several times a day to watch for fires and check the weather.
View the Walpole Wilderness from high above the forest floor on the spectacular Wilderness View Lookout. From here it is a challenge to see any sign of human activity or habitation.
Follow The Summit Trail to the towerman’s lookout on top of Mount Frankland. While the walk is strenuous, the views make it worthwhile – on a clear day you can see the Porongu
Middleton Beach might arguably be Albany’s most well-known beach, offering swimming and recreational beach activities all round the year. The waters are protected by King George Sound, making Middleton Beach a popular surfing spot for kids.
Fish off the Middleton Beach jetty, or just sit and enjoy the fresh air. Dine at one of the popular Middleton Beach cafes, or embark on a walk up Ellen Cove Boardwalk. Middleton Beach is also a popular whale-watching spot, accessible to all ages. Spot whales just metres away from shore!
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Middleton Beach
Middleton Beach might arguably be Albany’s most well-known beach, offering swimming and recreational beach activities all round the year. The waters are protected by King George Sound, making Middleton Beach a popular surfing spot for kids.
Fish off the Middleton Beach jetty, or just sit and enjoy the fresh air. Dine at one of the popular Middleton Beach cafes, or embark on a walk up Ellen Cove Boardwalk. Middleton Beach is also a popular whale-watching spot, accessible to all ages. Spot whales just metres away from shore!
Sheltered beach, perfect for kayaking and paddling with a café close by. Suitable for families with young children. Playground and calm waters.
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Emu Point
Sheltered beach, perfect for kayaking and paddling with a café close by. Suitable for families with young children. Playground and calm waters.
Misery Beach
Secluded and sheltered spot with gentle waves. Views over King George Sound.
From Ellen Cove, the Ellen Cove Boardwalk climbs above the rocks of Point King, following the coast around the Princess Royal Harbour to the Albany central business district. Stop at the whale-watching lookout during whale-watching season (May to November) and catch the migrating humpback and southern right whales. The trail stretches for six kilometres, and features spectacular views of the Princess Royal Harbour.
Ellen Cove Boardwalk
Marine DriveFrom Ellen Cove, the Ellen Cove Boardwalk climbs above the rocks of Point King, following the coast around the Princess Royal Harbour to the Albany central business district. Stop at the whale-watching lookout during whale-watching season (May to November) and catch the migrating humpback and southern right whales. The trail stretches for six kilometres, and features spectacular views of the Princess Royal Harbour.
The Stirling Range Drive winds through the heart of the park and offers ever-changing views of rugged peaks, each with its unique character. This 42km drive, on mostly unsealed roads graded for two-wheel drive, stretches from the Western Lookout near Red Gum Spring to the Eastern Lookout below Bluff Knoll. Take a break in the drive to enjoy sweeping vistas from Central Lookout or a picnic in shady woodlands at White Gum Flat.
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Stirling Range National Park
The Stirling Range Drive winds through the heart of the park and offers ever-changing views of rugged peaks, each with its unique character. This 42km drive, on mostly unsealed roads graded for two-wheel drive, stretches from the Western Lookout near Red Gum Spring to the Eastern Lookout below Bluff Knoll. Take a break in the drive to enjoy sweeping vistas from Central Lookout or a picnic in shady woodlands at White Gum Flat.
Bluff Knoll is the most popular trail in the Stirling Range with outstanding 360 degree views from the summit. The walk starts at the southern end of the Bluff Knoll car park and picnic area. The trail first drops down to a creek and then goes across a mountainside to a saddle. Here you can look over the ridge to the south coast. The trail then turns left and follows the ridge to the summit. Eucalypt woodland, banksia and grass trees blanket the lower slopes while exposed outcrops reveal layers in the rock – evidence of fine sediments that settled on the bottom of an ancient shallow sea long ago and then slowly became compressed into layers of rock. Go to TrailsWA for more information
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Bluff Knoll
Bluff Knoll is the most popular trail in the Stirling Range with outstanding 360 degree views from the summit. The walk starts at the southern end of the Bluff Knoll car park and picnic area. The trail first drops down to a creek and then goes across a mountainside to a saddle. Here you can look over the ridge to the south coast. The trail then turns left and follows the ridge to the summit. Eucalypt woodland, banksia and grass trees blanket the lower slopes while exposed outcrops reveal layers in the rock – evidence of fine sediments that settled on the bottom of an ancient shallow sea long ago and then slowly became compressed into layers of rock. Go to TrailsWA for more information
As with other walks in the Stirling Range, Mount Hassell features a profusion of colour during the wildflower season. The walk is a moderately difficult trail that starts gently from the car park. It steepens as it approaches a ridge and then leads through thick bush across a saddle. The final scramble up the small rocky castle that forms the summit is easier than it looks from below though extra care should be taken when the rocks are wet and slippery. For more information visit TrailsWA.
Mount Hassell
As with other walks in the Stirling Range, Mount Hassell features a profusion of colour during the wildflower season. The walk is a moderately difficult trail that starts gently from the car park. It steepens as it approaches a ridge and then leads through thick bush across a saddle. The final scramble up the small rocky castle that forms the summit is easier than it looks from below though extra care should be taken when the rocks are wet and slippery. For more information visit TrailsWA.
The Mount Magog walk starts at a picnic site nestled amongst tall wandoo trees. From here the trail crosses a creek, then emerges from the trees and meanders across open country before rising steeply through thick bush to a clearing on the ridge between Mount Magog and Talyuberlup Peak to the south-east. Then it’s a steep scramble up to the summit as the trail crosses various rocky outcrops. For more information visit TrailsWA.
Mount Magog
The Mount Magog walk starts at a picnic site nestled amongst tall wandoo trees. From here the trail crosses a creek, then emerges from the trees and meanders across open country before rising steeply through thick bush to a clearing on the ridge between Mount Magog and Talyuberlup Peak to the south-east. Then it’s a steep scramble up to the summit as the trail crosses various rocky outcrops. For more information visit TrailsWA.
The Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk features a stunning walkway positioned 40 metres above the ground amid the spectacular heights of the tingle forest canopy. Experience walking in the tree tops and enjoy views over core wilderness. The 600-metre walk is fully accessible and it is suitable for children of all ages, wheelchairs and strollers.
A walk trail links the Tree Top Walk to the Ancient Empire, where an interpretative trail meanders across the forest floor in between 400 year old red tingle trees. The trail follows the story of the lost era of Gondwana.
Much of the plant life in this forest is unique to the south-west of Western Australia. Trees such as the tingle only occur in thi
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Baumkronenpfad im Tal der Giganten
Valley of the Giants RoadThe Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk features a stunning walkway positioned 40 metres above the ground amid the spectacular heights of the tingle forest canopy. Experience walking in the tree tops and enjoy views over core wilderness. The 600-metre walk is fully accessible and it is suitable for children of all ages, wheelchairs and strollers.
A walk trail links the Tree Top Walk to the Ancient Empire, where an interpretative trail meanders across the forest floor in between 400 year old red tingle trees. The trail follows the story of the lost era of Gondwana.
Much of the plant life in this forest is unique to the south-west of Western Australia. Trees such as the tingle only occur in thi
Great 2.9km loop trail around Lake Seppings. Suitable for the family.
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Lake Seppings
Lake Seppings DriveGreat 2.9km loop trail around Lake Seppings. Suitable for the family.
Little Beach
Nanarup Beach
Cheynes Beach
Activities & Entertainment
The Albany Boatshed Markets are on every Sunday (rain, hail or shine) from 10am – 1pm at the Boatshed on Princess Royal Drive, Albany.
The Markets feature local growers and producers of fresh and gourmet foods, and Great Southern wines.
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Albany Boatshed Markets
256 Princess Royal DrThe Albany Boatshed Markets are on every Sunday (rain, hail or shine) from 10am – 1pm at the Boatshed on Princess Royal Drive, Albany.
The Markets feature local growers and producers of fresh and gourmet foods, and Great Southern wines.
EVERY SATURDAY - local producers bring their fresh, seasonal product and sell direct to locals and tourists.
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Albany Farmers Market
Collie StreetEVERY SATURDAY - local producers bring their fresh, seasonal product and sell direct to locals and tourists.
Free drop off/pickup
https://www.albanybicyclehire.com.au/
223 Middleton Rd, Albany WA 6330
Hours:
Open 24 hours
Phone: (08) 9842 2468
Albany Bicycle Hire
223 Middleton RoadFree drop off/pickup
https://www.albanybicyclehire.com.au/
223 Middleton Rd, Albany WA 6330
Hours:
Open 24 hours
Phone: (08) 9842 2468
Albany Yoga Room