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BUSSELTON
Visit Busselton
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TASTING EXPERIENCES
THINGS TO
SEE & DO
DINING EXPERIENCES
PLACES TO
STAY
TASTING EXPERIENCES
Wine lovers are spoilt for choice in Busselton, with boutique wineries and wine bars just a stone throw from the beautiful coastline. There is something truly magical about watching the sun go down over the Busselton waterfront with a glass of Geographe wine in hand.
Whicher Ridge Wines
Whicher Ridge is a genuine artisan wine producer growing and handmaking their wines on their property at Chapman Hill, close to Busselton. Neil and Cathy Howard have been growing grapes and making wine for a collective 45 plus years, and a wine tasting experience at Whicher Ridge is truly unique with its combination of a farm style Cellar Door, the ‘one of a kind’ Wine Sensory Garden and a tasting of the wines with Cathy, the winemaker.
THINGS TO SEE & DO
With the jetty as a focal point, the waterfront is a hive of activity. Take a walk or train ride to the end of the Busselton Jetty, which is one of the main Busselton attractions, to the Underwater Observatory where you can see amazing marine life.
Busselton Jetty
Extending 1.8 kilometres over stunning Geographe Bay, the 150 year old, heritage-listed Busselton Jetty is the longest timber-piled jetty in the Southern Hemisphere.
Since the first 176m section was built in 1865, the Jetty has survived fires, a cyclone, storms and demolition plans to become one of the most recognisable landmarks in Western Australia. Today, the Jetty experience incorporates a leisurely train ride, interpretive centre, museum and underwater observatory.
The Busselton Museum
The Heritage Butter Factory and Busselton Museum has ten display rooms packed with photographs, equipment and memorabilia which trace the family, social, civic, commercial and maritime history of Busselton.Everything from agriculture to whaling; from crockery, clocks and cameras to sewing machines, travel and transport is included.
Whale Watching
The only way to really gauge the size and agility of the gigantic whales is to encounter them up close on a whale watching cruise. You’ll be in awe as you witness a small part of their magnificent journey and their antics along the way! The whale watching season in Busselton begins in September and runs until mid December from The Iconic Busselton Jetty, departing twice daily at 9.45am and 1.15pm.
DINING EXPERIENCES
Visitors are spoilt for choice with seaside cafes, kiosks, bars and restaurants, all with the stunning beachfront view.
Laundry 43
The Laundry is a constantly evolving venue focused on providing diners with a unique, memorable Laundry experience. This is achieved by an ever changing menu, local produce (food + beverage), a shared passion for our customers and a creative, forward-thinking team of industry professionals.
The Firestation Specialty Beer & Wine Bar
At the Firestation we focus on organic and natural wines from small producers both locally and throughout Australia/internationally. Our back board features a rotating selection of wines from our list by the glass and 500ml carafe. This keeps your wine choices fresh with the opportunity to try something different ! Our house wine is made by local wine makers and is served on tap which offers amazing quality and freshness. They’re for everyday drinking.
The Goose Bar & Kitchen
The beach side restaurant in front of the iconic Busselton Jetty,
Modern Australian cuisine, by Chef Michael Stock.
PLACES TO STAY
There’re so many things to do in Busselton and plenty of accommodation options ranging from beachfront five star resorts, private villas, family fun holiday parks, bed and breakfasts and everything in between.
Abbey Beach Resort
With so much to do, many of our guests arrive at Abbey Beach Resort and just stay put, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t plenty of reasons to venture outside of the premises too! We are extremely fortunate to be located amongst a haven of great experiences for local, national and international tourists, not just in Busselton but also in the Margaret River wine region and along the southwest coast, all of which are famous for their many attractions.
BIG4 Beachlands Holiday Park
Love your coffee? Let us know when you check-in and we’ll deliver a barista-made coffee straight to your door each morning. BIG4 Beachlands is the family favourite holiday destination in Busselton. Located in the beautiful Margaret River Wine Region and central to the many attractions of the south west of Western Australia, Beachlands is only 3.5km from the iconic Busselton jetty and town centre.
Mandalay Holiday Resort & Tourist Park
If you are looking for Busselton Accommodation, Mandalay Holiday Resort & Tourist Park, situated between Busselton and Dunsborough in Western Australia, is your perfect destination. It is a unique beach resort with high quality, self-contained accommodation. If you are after a Busselton Caravan Park, Busselton Camping or chalet or cabin accommodation, look no further. We have two-bedroom and three-bedroom accommodation. As well as powered caravan and camping sites with 5-star resort facilities.
Topography:
Flat coastal plain rising to an average elevation of 170 metres through the Whicher Range.
Soil:
Gravelly ironstone, free draining loamy soils through the Whicher Range. Sandy soils on the coastal plain.
Water:
Spring and ground water in the Whicher Range. Groundwater on the coastal plain.
On the coastal plains the effects of high ripening temperatures and sunshine hours are offset by the cooling afternoon breezes of coming off the Geographe Bay, creating a climate that is ideal for the production of full bodied table wines.
In the Whicher Range at Chapman Hill, temperatures are slightly cooler through the ripening period with the cool winds at night coming off the Southern Ocean, giving rise to wines with flavour intensity and finesse.
Heat Degree days: 1700
Sunshine hours per day: 8.5
Annual Rainfall: 790-900
Growing season rainfall: 185
Mean Jan temp: 22
Harvest: Capel > Early Feb to Early April, Chapman Hill > Late February to Late April
Full bodied table wines and port styles including Merlot, Shiraz, Grenache and Semillon on the coastal plains. In the cooler Whicher Range, light to medium bodied white table wines such as Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier, and medium to full bodied Cabernet Sauvignon.
Located 220 kilometres south west of Perth, the stunning holiday resort town of Busselton lies sheltered along the shore of Geographe Bay.
Also known as ‘the events capital of regional Western Australia’, Busselton is best known for its 1.8 kilometre long, wooden-piled jetty which has survived cyclone, storm and fire to retain its status as the longest timber-piled jetty in the southern hemisphere.
Here, visitors can stroll along a seemingly endless white, sandy beach towards Cape Naturaliste, 30 kilometres to the west.
The newly refurbished Busselton Foreshore is a lovely place to enjoy a relaxing afternoon with free barbecues, new children’s playground and beautiful views of the bay and Busselton Jetty.
With the jetty as a focal point, the waterfront is a hive of activity. Visitors are spoilt for choice with seaside cafes, kiosks, bars and restaurants, all with the stunning beachfront view.
Take a walk or train ride to the end of the Busselton Jetty, which is one of the main Busselton attractions, to the Underwater Observatory where you can see amazing marine life.
The bustling main street has a cosmopolitan vibe, with people bustling from alfresco restaurants, cafes and pubs and boutique shops.
The allure doesn’t stop there, with an events calendar bursting with music, sporting and cultural events.
There’re so many things to do in Busselton and plenty of accommodation options ranging from beachfront five star resorts, private villas, family fun holiday parks, bed and breakfasts and everything in between.