In the Great Southern, cool-climate wines are carefully crafted against a striking backdrop of some of the world’s most diverse National Heritage landscapes. To the north, the Porongurup and Stirling Ranges are havens for unique flora and fauna, and to the south, wild sweeping beaches meet majestic tall-tree forests.

The Albany Highway from Perth will get you to Mount Barker - the northern gateway to the Great Southern Wine Region - in just over four hours. If you’re following the Great South West Edge drive trail or walking the mighty Bibbulmun Track, you can get your first taste of Great Southern wines in the coastal country town of Denmark.

Take a little time to meet the makers, and sample their unique community life in the vineyards. Then pair your chosen wine with a stunning view, artisanal local produce and good company to share your stories after a full day of adventure. Whatever your tastes, a crafted local wine makes the perfect accompaniment to your Great Southern experience.


Regional specialities

  • Shiraz
  • Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Merlot
  • Pinot Noir
  • Riesling
  • Chardonnay
  • Sauvignon Blanc

Wineries

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  • Singlefile

    Singlefile is a small, family owned winery based in Western Australia's Great Southern wine region, crafting refined, site-driven wines of provenance from exceptional vineyards across its five subregions. Singlefile's wines are defined by precision, restraint and cool-climate elegance, offering an authentic expression of one of the world's largest and most diverse wine regions. The viticultural diversity within the vineyard sites of Denmark, Albany, Porongurup, Frankland River and Mount Barker allows Singlefile to present wines shaped by a sustainability-led, minimal-intervention approach, where ...

  • The Lake House Denmark

    Located just a five-minute drive from the centre of town, The Lake House Denmark's rustic lakeside property offers gourmet vineyard lunches, award-winning cool climate wines and spectacular country views - the perfect recipe for a relaxed, tranquil daytime retreat surrounded by nature. Nestled in a karri tree-lined valley, Western Australia’s best tourism restaurant is a great place to enjoy a quick bite to eat, a leisurely lunch with one of their signature vineyard platters or coffee and home-made cake out on the lakeside deck, on a picnic rug under the willow tree or in the indoor alfresco restaurant ...

  • West Cape Howe Wines

    Founded in 1997 and owned by four Western Australian families, West Cape Howe has become one of Western Australia's favourite wine brands. The Langton vineyard was established in 1978 and has some of the most mature vines in the Great Southern, consistently producing the highest quality fruit. In recent years, West Cape Howe acquired neighboring vineyards in Mt Barker and has significant vineyard resources in Frankland River. With a reliable climate, these vineyards have contributed to the consistent quality of West Cape Howe's wines. Visit the cellar door, open seven days a week. You will find ...

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Things to do in Albany / Kinjarling

Attractions

  • Albany Picnic Provisions Trail

    Albany Picnic Provisions Trail is a self-drive journey providing access to your choice of locally grown seasonal produce for your picnic basket. Along this trail, you will meet the growers of fruit, vegetables, meat and seafood as well as wine and beer producers. You can start filling your picnic basket by visiting the town centre-based markets and gourmet retail outlets and then add to your provisions from the growers you meet along the way. The trail can be experienced in half a day, a whole day or be enjoyed over several days - the choice is yours! Fancy a riverside ...

  • Old Post Office

    The Old Post Office is a distinctive historic building in the centre of Albany. The restored 1869 building has a twenty-five-metre clock tower that is visible from the Princess Royal Harbour. Be sure to photograph the oldest post office in Western Australia and enjoy checking out the heritage character of this unique building. While the inside of the building is not open to the public, the outside offers a great view of an intriguing structure worthy of stopping past. Discover more about the appealing town of Albany by participating in the Town Walk Heritage Trail, which commences on Stirling ...

  • King George Sound

    One of Western Australia’s most spectacular harbours, King George Sound protects the historic city of Albany. This large bay with sandy beaches, cliffs and granite outcrops offers excellent whale watching and diving. Between July and October Southern right and Humpback whales are often spotted. Take a whale watching cruise to get up close to these giants of the ocean, and you might also see dolphins and seals. King George Sound is a popular dive location. There are several interesting shipwrecks to explore including the former Australian navy warship HMAS Perth. The 133 metre long former guided ...

  • Albany Courthouse

    The foundation stone of the Albany Courthouse was laid on 29 December 1896. The Court House is a unique example of the work of that period, exhibiting masonry at its best. The two arched entrances and doorways are a lasting memorial to Mr Trott, who was responsible for their creation.The building continues to be the centre of justice within the Albany Region.

  • St John's Anglican Church Albany

    St John's Anglican Church was the first church consecrated in Western Australia. The consecration was performed by Bishop Short of Adelaide in 1848. In the aisle of the church are 22 centimetre thick blocks which were made in England.The church is surrounded by well kept lawns and gardens and holds regular services.

  • Museum of the Great Southern

    Museum of the Great Southern in Albany, Western Australia, offers tourists an immersive journey through the region's natural, social and cultural heritage, set against the stunning backdrop of Mamang Koort / Princess Royal Harbour. It showcases permanent and travelling exhibitions, a full-scale replica of the Brig Amity and engaging displays on Menang Noongar stories and the journeys of early European settlers. Visitors will find a blend of maritime history, indigenous culture and natural wonders that truly sets the museum apart. A replica of the Brig Amity brings 1826 settlement stories to life, ...

  • Convoy Walk and Lookout

    The Convoy Walk and Lookout on Mount Adelaide was officially opened on 1 November 2014. Generously funded by Wesfarmers, and secured by the RSL, the Convoy Walk leads to the Convoy Lookout with a view over King George Sound where troops gathered on ships before departing for the First World War. The walk contains 21 markers containing information about the ships in the First and Second Convoys, including the names and images of the troopships and escorts, and where they embarked troops. The lookout will include a shelter and interpretive material relating to the vessels in the convoy. An artwork ...

  • Dog Rock

    Named Dog Rock, this huge granite outcrop near the town centre of Albany has an unmistakable likeness to the head of a bloodhound sniffing the air.Dog Rock is a must-do stop on any trip to Albany and is a popular place for that great holiday photograph. There’s even a dog collar painted around this iconic Albany tourism attraction.Dock Rock is located on Middleton Beach Road, and a two-minute walk from the town centre. Albany is a four and a half hour drive from Perth or you can fly there in an hour and a half.

  • Avenue of Honour

    The Albany Avenue of Honour in Apex Drive was planted in 1955 to 1956 and replaced the original avenue planted in 1921 in Middleton Road. It honours those who fell in World War One, World War Two and the Korean War.Large gum trees line the Avenue of Honour on Apex Drive - the road to the top of Mount Clarence. At the base of each tree is the name of a soldier lost at war.

  • Mount Clarence

    Mount Clarence provides spectacular views out across the town of Albany and the surrounding bays. Walk along the heritage trail which starts at the memorial and winds around the edges of Mount Clarence. Appreciate the panoramic views of Princess Royal Harbour, King George Sound and Middleton Bay. Make sure you keep a lookout for signs of humpback whales and dolphins that visit these waters. Climb the mountain to see the Desert Mounted Corps Memorial, a tribute to the soldiers who fought at Gallipoli in World War One. It stands near the peak of Mount Clarence as a tribute to the ...

Events

  • Albany Farmers Market

    The Albany Farmers Market comes alive as a car park in the heart of Albany transforms every Saturday into a busy thriving marketplace, with local producers bringing their fresh, seasonal products to sell directly to locals and visitors. The quality and range of product every week is enormous. Not only every imaginable type of fruit and vegetables but also organic beef and lamb, venison, kangaroo, capretto, free-range chicken, fish, seafood, honey, bread, yoghurt, cheese, milk, cream, ice-cream, oils, jams, preserves and fresh flowers and much more. Many locals now rely on the markets for their ...

  • Kalyagul: Connections to Menang Country

    This landmark exhibition at the Museum of the Great Southern celebrates Menang people's profound connections to the land, sea and skies of Albany and their crucial role in shaping how the region's natural world was explored and understood. ​ In the 1840s, Menang people shared their kaartdijin (knowledge) with early visitors and researchers, guiding the study of local waters by helping to catch, preserve and name fish. These collaborations informed a remarkable body of scientific paintings of fish, reptiles and mammals, alongside portraits of Menang people and collections of their material culture. ...

  • Akmal - My Family and Other Criminals - Albany

    Akmal returns to share stories and thoughts about people who affected his life. Like his uncle, who pretended to be a doctor for many years by skipping medical school and simply buying a stethoscope and a white coat. Or his Coptic priest (who he confessed all his sins to) who was also the local exorcist. Ironically, he was found to have several demons inside him. Or his millionaire uncle who, when visiting the Salehs, gave himself an enema using the family garden hose (we never drank out of that hose again). In 'My Family and Other Criminals', you will meet ...

  • Taste Great Southern Festival

    Western Australia's wildest culinary festival, Taste Great Southern returns inviting visitors to wander with the wild and discover the exceptional food, world-class wines, breathtaking landscapes and passionate people that make the Great Southern region so special. Featuring more than 20 thoughtfully curated experiences across Albany, Denmark, Mount Barker, Porongurup, Frankland River and beyond, the four-day festival brings together acclaimed chefs, local producers, winemakers and hospitality talent for an unforgettable celebration of the region. From unique dining experiences and exceptional ...

  • Anh Do - The Happiest Refugee - Albany

    Anh Do's bestselling book The Happiest Refugee has made readers laugh and cry. Anh's stage show takes it a step further, combining stand-up comedy with real-life stories, photos and filmed pieces to retell his amazing story.When one of Australia's most talented comedians delves deep into his own life's joys and sorrows, the result is an unforgettable night at the theatre that leaves an audience uplifted and quite simply experiencing happiness.

  • Albany Classic

    The Albany Classic is a classic car event for all ages. The Vintage Sports Car Club of Western Australia and the City of Albany are celebrating the annual running of the Albany Classic. The main streets of Albany will be transformed into a circuit with classic racing cars competing in regularity time trials. The event incorporates the hillclimb at Mount Clarence on the Saturday and the Albany Classic "round-the-houses" regularity competition on the Sunday. There are also car displays, market stalls, retail, café and hotel outlets as well as children's rides and activities in the family fun area. ...

Accommodation

  • Foreshore Apartment 106

    Enjoy stylish city living at the Foreshore Apartment. On the first floor of the Foreshore Building with waterfront views from the private balcony, this one-bedroom one-bathroom self-contained apartment is located right in the centre of town, across the railway line from the Albany Entertainment Centre, with cafes and restaurants nearby. With a fully-equipped kitchen, a bathtub, a queen bed, a sofa bed, a smart TV and free WiFi, it has everything you need for a stress-free stay. Please note, that the nearby port has regular train movements depending on the time of year and the apartment has a shared ...

  • The Yellow Door on Spencer

    The Yellow Door on Spencer, part of Yellow Door Albany, is a renovated 1930s heritage cottage offering self-contained holiday accommodation in central Albany, Western Australia. Harbour views extend across the surrounding neighbourhood, with Albany's town centre, cafés and waterfront within walking distance. The private cottage accommodates up to four guests in two bedrooms. The main bedroom has a king bed; the second has two long single beds that can form a king on request before arrival. Original jarrah floors, high ceilings and exposed brickwork sit alongside contemporary comforts. Guests have ...

  • Hanover Bay Apartments

    Albany's Hanover Bay Apartments feature modern, self-catering holiday accommodation consisting of one single-storey cottage overlooking Princess Royal Harbour and the brig Amity and two, two-storey two-bedroom, two-bathroom townhouses, one overlooking the harbour and the other with views of the city. Each is extensively equipped with luxurious furnishings to help make your stay in Albany comfortable. Guests will enjoy space, privacy and free parking now with an EV charger per apartment, as well as complimentary WiFi. Each holiday dwelling is superbly equipped with king-size beds, Bose sound for ...

  • Albany Harbourside Apartments and Houses

    Ideally located just a short stroll from Albany's main street, Albany Harbourside Apartments and Houses have a range of one to three-bedroom accommodation to suit your needs. They also have several Middleton Beach options, still only four kilometres from the main street. All Apartments and Houses have fully-appointed kitchen and laundry facilities, free WiFi, private courtyards and on-site parking. They are spacious and comfortable and are a great base to relax and enjoy the beautiful south coast. Perfect for couples, professionals, families and small groups. Albany Harbourside Apartments and ...

  • View Street Studios - Tallerack

    View Street Studios offers understated luxury for couples, singles or those travelling for business, in the heart of Albany. Tallerack Studio is architecturally designed and styled with meticulously crafted furniture made from a single salvaged WA blackbutt tree. A luxurious king-sized bed and adjacent bathroom are finished with premium bedding and towels. Metres of billowing linen curtains open at the touch of a button to reveal the artful use of sustainably grown timber surrounding the two-storey double-glazed windows overlooking Mammang-Koort (Princess Royal Harbour). Set within the grounds ...

  • Quality Apartments Banksia Albany

    Quality Apartments Banksia Albany is an award-winning serviced apartment hotel in the heart of Albany and the South Coast of Western Australia. The hotel boasts an exceptional track record for delivering high standards of service, cleanliness and comfort. The renovated apartments are a convenient home-away-from-home for all visitors to Albany. There are 50 apartments with 1, 2 and 3 Bedroom configurations. All of the apartments have bedrooms separate from living and dining areas, undercover parking, reverse cycle air-conditioning, direct dial telephones and access to high-speed WiFi. Apartments ...

Tours

  • Tasting Delicious Denmark Western Australia

    This is more than just a food and wine tour! Take in the cathedral of towering karri trees as you travel through lush bushland to hidden venues. Start with wine tasting at the renowned cellar door of The Lake House Denmark. Flavour sensations are explored at Duckett's Mill where an array of cheeses, cured meats, and condiments is presented in a mouth-watering shared platter lunch. Wines are available for tasting and purchase. At Rockcliffe Wines cellar door taste their extensive range of wine. Honey, the work of bees is savoured at Bartholomew's Meadery, where you'll also have a dessert of ...

  • Albany's History and Highlights

    The history of Albany and the Great Southern is revealed in stories on this tour. From the Albany Visitor Centre travel along Marine Drive with a view of King George Sound, to the National ANZAC Centre. The interactive displays will take you on an intimate journey of a participant in the war. Travel the Avenue of Honour, which leads to the Memorial of the Desert Mounted Corps and Padre White Lookout. Take in the view that the departing ANZAC Troops had before they sailed onwards to war, for some of them, the last vision of their homeland. See Breaksea and ...

  • Granite Skywalk Porongurups

    The Granite Skywalk Porongurups tour is for those who like the outdoors and have moderate fitness for walking and climbing. The highlights of this tour are the new Granite Skywalk on Castle Rock and a delicious lunch at a Plantagenet Winery. Discover the spectacular scenery and wines of the Porongurups and Mount Barker regions. Reaching the spectacular views at the summit requires a final short scramble over granite rocks and a climb up an enclosed ladder to the Granite Skywalk. We're a member of the elite group of tourism operators in Western Australia, part of the Dream Collective. Guests say: ...

  • Albany's Whale Story

    Understand Albany's whaling history and contemporary whale watching. The tour begins at the Albany Visitor Centre with a journey around Princess Royal Harbour, King George Sound, the Southern Ocean and beyond. Albany's role as the last station in operation in Australia's whaling story comes to life at Albany's Historic Whaling Station - the only experience like it in the world! Highlights include a scenic drive through the Torndirrup National Park, a guided tour through Albany's Historic Whaling Station The tour provides a reflection on the significance of whale hunting in the past and recognition ...

  • Mt Barker Grape Escape

    Taste outstanding wines from four award-winning wineries of the Mount Barker region. The grapes are grown in a cool temperate climate. Meander the back roads to four cellar doors. Meet the owners and growers of grapes in quiet, unhurried, boutique settings; the best opportunity for conversation. An authentic experience of wine growing in diverse soil types and climates that contribute to exceptional Rieslings and Shiraz in the Great Southern Wine Appellation. The Albany Tours tour guide will take care of the skipper duties whilst you take pleasure in tastings. Enjoy a luscious lunch platter of ...

  • The Gap and Natural Wonders

    Experience the wonder of the outdoors in the great expanses and granite rocks of the Torndirrup National Park. Your tour begins curving around Princess Royal Harbour with a view of King George Sound and the Southern Ocean beyond. Be delighted by the wildflower displays of the native vegetation in the National Park. Enjoy the pristine marine environment of the southern Australian coastline seen in magnificent splendour on the journey through the Torndirrup National Park. Visit Stony Hill for excellent views of the area. See the calm swimming beach of Frenchman Bay, and swing by the Historic Whaling ...

Food and Drink

  • Liberte

    Liberte at the London Hotel is a Parisian-inspired wine and cocktail bar inside the historic London Hotel.Alongside an amazing wine, beer, spirit and cocktail list, they also offer a dynamic lunch and dinner menu that draws its influence from both Vietnam and France, courtesy of owner and chef Amy Hamilton.They are committed to providing their customers with a satisfying and enjoyable experience through a combination of great customer service and an ongoing dedication to sourcing the best produce both locally and abroad, all in a unique and ambient environment.

  • Due South

    Due South is a waterfront restaurant located near the centre of Albany. The modern, spaced, waterfront restaurant is open seven days a week and can cater for large parties, but if you also just want a nice romantic meal for two then you will also find that the waterfront location is ideal with beautiful views of the marina. Due South are big believers in buying local and only using the freshest ingredients and that’s why they make their own bread and even cure their own salami and meats. The Great Southern Wine Centre currently stocks more than 70 local wineries ...

  • Premier Hotel Albany

    Nestled in the heart of Albany on York Street, Premier Hotel Albany is a beautifully restored heritage-listed landmark, dating back to 1891, with its classic two‑storey brick façade, arched windows and grand balcony, this iconic venue blends historic charm with modern hospitality. Open for lunch and dinner seven days a week, Premier Hotel Albany offers daily Meal & Pint Deals and crowd-favourite Seniors Lunch specials. Whether you're stopping by for classic pub fare or a more elevated dining experience, their menu features pub staples, hearty mains, fresh salads and rotating daily specials. The ...

  • Vancouver Street Cafe

    Vancouver Street Café is a much-loved Albany institution, woven into the rhythm of local life for generations. Located on a historic corner, the café blends over a century of character with a warm, welcoming atmosphere that reflects its deep connection to the community. Open seven days a week, Vancouver Street Café offers a relaxed and authentic experience, whether stopping in for a morning coffee, a leisurely breakfast or a casual lunch. The menu focuses on fresh, approachable food, complemented by quality coffee and friendly, attentive service. At the heart of the café is a highly experienced ...

  • Ryan's Restaurant

    Ryan's restaurant is an inviting place to be with a warm and relaxing ambience where you can enjoy a pre-dinner drink by the fire before sampling a menu that proudly boasts the freshest local produce. Wine lovers can choose from a range of Great Southern wines that will complement their dinner menu choices. Ryan's will leave you feeling content, a testament to the efforts that the chef goes to, to provide the guests with the best produce that showcases the region.

  • Rustlers Steakhouse and Grill

    Rustlers Steakhouse and Grill has become a landmark for visitors seeking a true taste of the Great Southern region. More than just a steakhouse, Rustlers showcases premium local produce while offering authentic dining experience that reflects the culture, flavours, and community of Albany. At the heart of the menu is Stirling Ranges Beef, renowned for its quality and flavour, making Rustlers' steaks a standout attraction for travellers. The restaurant also sources Frankland River Pork and features Australian seafood, with a commitment to sourcing local produce first, then state-wide, then national, ...