Albany Region, Western Australia
Albany WA Regional Overview
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Albany Wind Farm, Albany WAThe Albany Region is a land of waterways, waves and ancient rugged coastline.
Albany, Western Australia

Emu Point Albany AustraliaStretching from West Cape Howe National Park in the West through the City of Albany and beyond to the East the Albany Region is a wonderful place to explore. We have many Albany Maps, to get an overview (Click to see a map of the Albany Region to get your bearings).

It is in Historic Albany that the first Western settlers arrived on sailing ship The Brig Amity which entered the harbour on Christmas Day 1826.

Exploring Albany, Western Australia
Learn more about the City of Albany. Visit the eco-friendly wind turbines at the Albany Windfarm. Walk to the top of Mount Clarence and view the magnificent Kinge George Sound from above.

Like the water? Try whale-watching by motor or by sail or descend into the depths of the Brig Amity Replica and imagine the voyage of the first western settlers. The Princess Royal Sailing Club is one of the oldest in Australia,  having been based in Princess Royal Harbour for the past 98 years.  It hosts the annual Albany Race around Cape Leeuwin from Fremantle.

Visit Torndirrup Peninsula and see The Gap and Natural Bridge which were once connected to Antarctica, or walk up Stony Hill and view the spendor from atop the ancient granite. There are SO many reasons to enjoy amazing Albany. Take your pick!

West Cape Howe, Hanggliding - Dec 2010
It's a beautiful summer down south!

Hanggliding at West Cape Howe, Near Denmark WA

Albany Western Australia Overview  
Albany Region, Western Australia Albany Regional Overview
Albany is Amazing. No matter where you go, it is amazing and beautiful. You are now reading the Albany Regional Overview.
City of Albany Western Australia City of Albany
& Surrounds

Located between the hills of Mount Melville and Mount Clarence, the Nestled along the Princess Royal Harbour & King George Sound. Visit The City of Albany
Maps of Albany WA
City of Albany Western Australia Albany WA City Map
All the sights around Albany including the Windfarm, the Brig Amity, Farmers Market, Emu Point, Middleton Beach and Albany Town Centre. Visit City of Albany MAP
City of Albany Western Australia Albany WA
Region Map

The Albany Regional Map. All about the Albany Region of Western Australia - google map style. Visit the Albany Map
Albany Accommodation Albany Nurture Guides
Accommodation Albany Western Australia Albany WA Accommodation
Self Contained, Bed & Breakfast, Farmstays, Hotels & Inns, Luxury Accommodation, Budjet & Backpacker, Camping & Caravans. Visit the Albany Accommodation Guide
Health & Wellbeing in Albany West Australia Nuture Yourself in Albany WA
Take the time while you're on vacation to nuture your mind, body and soul. Deep relaxation and rejuvination. Visit the Albany Nurture & Wellness Guide
Albany City Tourist Attractions
& Places of Interest
Middleton Beach - White SandAlbany Farmers Market
Saturday mornings. Fresh fruit and veggies from local growers. Produce. Organic products. Visit the Albany Farmers Market

Mount Clarence ViewMount Clarence
Stand atop Mount Clarence and overlook the expansive waterways of Albany. Great views towards Emu Point and Middleton Beach. See the MAP of Albany & Surrounds to get your bearings.

The Brig Amity, Front PhotoThe Brig Amity
Experience the first settlers arrival in Albany, the first settlement in Western Australia, from onboard a replica of the ship "Amity". Visit the Brig Amity Replica.
Albany Town Centre Albany Wind Farm
Exciting for everyone. Green energy from the wind of the Torndirrup Peninsula, just outside Albany City. Visit the Albany Wind Farm
Albany Tours (Flights & Cruises)
Whale Watching in Albany, Western AustraliaWhale Watching
An ideal whale habitat, the sheltered waters are ideal for young whales preparing to take the journey south to the southern ocean surrounding Antarctica. We recommend Whale Watching
Whale Watching in Albany, Western AustraliaScenic Flights
An ideal whale to see the coast... from above! Fly above 'The Gap' and the 'Natural Bridge' formations. We enjoyed Scenic Flight above Albany
Albany WA Beaches & Beaches Map
Albany Beaches Map Albany WA
Beach MAP

There are many beaches in Albany. View an interactive map of the Albany Beaches: Albany Beaches MAP

We love watching the surfers. They're catching waves everywhere. This time off the Torndirrup Peninsula near the Albany Wind Farm.

Middleton Beach - White SandMiddleton Beach
The most popular beach in Albany. Swim or relax under the trees. Cafes and amenities.
Visit Middleton Beach

City of Albany Western Australia Emu Point
Emu Point is a perfect place for relaxing with a picnic and having a swim. Emu Beach is a great place for the family.
Visit Emu Point

Albany WA National Parks

Albany Town CentreWest Cape Howe NP
Western Australia's southern most point. Hang glide from the Shelley Beach platforms or admire the view to the point. Visit West Cape Howe National Park or see what's in the park geographically on the West Cape Howe National Park Map.
Albany Town CentreTorndirrup NP
A few km south west of Albany the Torndirrup Peninsula extends, guarding the Sound from the Great Southern Ocean. Visit the Torndirrup National Park or see geographically on the Torndirrup National Park Map.
Gull Rock National ParkGull Rock National Park
The north side of the Peninsula is Frenchmans Bay. Only minutes away is Gull Rock National Park
West Cape Howe Hang GlidingTwo Peoples Bay
Located approximately 25 kilometres north-east of Albany. Rediscovery of the presumed extinct noisy scrub-bird. Visit Two Peoples Bay National Park.

Two Peoples Bay - Little Beach
Little Beach, Two Peoples Bay

Albany History, Albany WA
Albany began with the landing of The Brig Amity. Under the command of Major Edmund Lockyer the party of forty-five arrived in the Princess Royal Harbour on Christmas Day 1826.

Albany was officially named by Governor Stirling at the beginning of 1832, at the time that political authority passed to the Swan River colony. It is named after Prince Frederick, Duke of York and Albany, and son of King George III. Its metropolitan area has a population of 35,000 as of the 2007 census, making it the fourth largest city in the state.

Later in 1826, on Christmas Day, a British Army expedition, led by Major Edmund Lockyer arrived on the Amity, from Sydney, and founded a military base. Lockyer rescued Aboriginal women from offshore islands, who had been kidnapped by sealers (seal sailors) operating in the Great Australian Bight as slaves, and apprehended the culprits sending them east to stand trial. As a result the local Minang Noongar organised a corroboree in his honour, cementing the good relations established earlier between local Aboriginal groups of the area and European explorers.

Middleton Beach History Photo 1918Albany was also the final destination in 1841 of explorer Edward John Eyre, after being the first person to reach Western Australia by land from the east (Adelaide).

Until the opening of the Port of Fremantle in 1900, Albany was also home to the only deepwater port in Western Australia, Princess Royal Harbour, which is the largest natural harbour in Western Australia and also on the entire south coast of the Australian mainland, outside of Melbourne. This facility meant that for many years, the first port of call for the mail from England was Albany.

This put Albany in a privileged position over Perth and it remained that way until C. Y. O'Connor used dynamite on the reef blocking the entrance into the Swan River in Fremantle. Since that time, Albany has become popular with people who enjoy the fresh air, clean beaches, and fine views over the Southern Ocean, while still proving a thriving regional centre. (Wikipedia)

The Albany Historical Society lists several Historic Destinations including: Albany Convict Gaol, Patrick Taylor Cottage, Duke Street Park & Arthur Speller Memorial Gardens, The Heritage Trail and The Brig Amity and also has a museum in the Albany Co-op Store Museum. You can visit them at www.historicalbany.com.au online.

Albany Inlets in WA
Gull Rock National ParkTorbay Inlet, Torbay
Many people find Torbay to be one of the most relaxing and peaceful places along this stretch of coastline. Visit Torbay.
Taylor Inlet NanarupTaylor Inlet, Nanarup
Located between Gull Rock National Park and Two Peoples Bay Nature Reserve. 4wd friendly. Taylor Inlet

 

 

Albany AccommodationIf you are planning to Stay in Albany during your visit, please visit our Accommodation in Albany page for a list of excellent establishments.
Albany Western Australia
Albany City
& Surrounds

Albany has much to offer. The beaches, the hills, the history... a popluar destination for cruise ships visiting Western Australia.

Torndirrup National Park Panorama
Torndirrup
National Park

Just a few minutes south of Albany you will find Torndirrup National Park, where you can view The Gap and Natural Bridge rock formations.

West Cape Howe Hang Gliding
Two Peoples Bay National Park

Approximately 40km east via the bridges at Oyster Harbour the drive out to Two Peoples Bay is a delight in itself. A top-class visitors centre and several beautiful beaches...

West Cape Howe Hang Gliding
West Cape Howe
National Park

Visit West Cape Howe National Park which contains the most southern point in Western Australia - only twenty minutes to the west of Albany by car.

Two Peoples Bay National Park

Two Peoples Bay National Park Map

Little Beach

Waterfall Beach

Little Beach & Waterfall Beach Map

 
 
 
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