Rottnest Island - Things to see and do
in Western Australia
Park features
Not Dog Friendly
- BBQand BBQ Packs
- Beach Access
- Restaurant and Bar
- Swimming Pool
- Tour Desk
Things to see and do
In and around Rottnest Island
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Adventure Rottnest
The ultimate thrill for nature lovers, this 90-minute adventure tour takes you on a journey to the island's wild side. Explore Rottnest's rugged coastline and witness the beauty of its abundant wildlife up close, including the migrating humpback whales (Sept-Nov). Tour runs from Sept to April.
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Discover Rottnest Bus Tour
Distance from park: 700m
This 90 minute bus tour takes you to some of Rottnest's most spectacular locations, where you can experience the island's diverse flora, fauna, history and culture for yourself, with insightful commentary by knowledgeable crew from Rottnest Express along the way.
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Family Fun Park
Distance from park: 750m
There is much for families to do at Rottnest with the Family Fun Park & Mini Golf a popular destination. Open every day from 9am to 5pm the park features mini golf, trampolines, giant chess and a range of 'arcade' style games.
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Snorkelling
Rottnest Island is one of the best locations for snorkellers. The Island is home to hundreds of species of tropical fish with dolphins, stingrays and turtles often spotted. There are numerous spots around the Island for snorkelling with some of the most popular including The Basin and Fish Hook Bay.
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Thomsons Restaurant
Distance from park: 900m
Located on the beach overlooking the Bay, Thomsons Rottnest offers unrivalled views to enjoy over a meal. A firm favourite of Rottnest regulars, Thomsons caters for everyone from families, day-trippers and tourist on the go with a range of stunning dishes that showcase Western Australian produce.
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Pizza on The Lawn
12 Dec 2020 - 1 May 2021
Every week on Saturday.
Time: 12:00 pm Duration: 5 Hours
Pinky's Lawn
Skip the hassle of cooking and cleaning by heading over to Pinky's lawn (between 12pm and 5pm) and relaxing and enjoying hot pizza while listening to live music (music from 3pm - 6pm).
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Quokkas
These uber cute, extremely hospitable and super famous marsupials can be found all over Rottnest Island. Quokkas are very active during the day and aren't afraid to get up close. If you're lucky you may even find one willing to pose for a famous Quokka Selfie.
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Live Music
13 Dec 2020 - 28 Dec 2021
Every week on Sunday.
Time: 2:00 pm Duration: 3 Hours
Pinky's Lawn
Enjoy some live music while dancing away on the lawn! One of the best ways to relax on a Sunday evening.
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Wadjemup Bidi Trails
Wadjemup Bidi is a series of 45 kilometres of walking trails that explore Rottnest Island. The trails take walkers on a range of tracks that cross-coastal headlands, inland lakes, landmarks and man-made attractions and showcase the rich flora and fauna Rottnest has to offer.
There are five sections to Wadjemup Bidi, each with its own environmental and culturally significant elements to explore and experience.
Whadjuk Noongar are the Traditional Owners of Rottnest Island. "Bidi" in Noongar means "trail" or "track". -
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Wadjemup Museum
Distance from park: 700m
The Wadjemup Museum is a place for visitors to explore and learn Rottnest Island’s rich history. Walk around the newly renovated museum and discover a range of exhibits including 40,000-year-old artefacts, vintage postcards, contemporary artworks, and incredible outdoor sculptures.
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Live Music
27 Feb 2021 - 1 May 2021
Every week on Saturday.
Time: 3:00 pm Duration: 3 Hours
Pinky's Lawn
Enjoy some live music while dancing away on the lawn! One of the best ways to relax on a Saturday evening.
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Satay Sunday
13 Dec 2020 - 1 May 2021
Every week on Sunday.
Time: 12:00 pm Duration: 4 Hours
Pinky's Lawn
Enjoy a nice relaxing meal on Sunday by treating yourself to some Delicious satays. A perfect treat to eat as an afternoon snack.