Albany’s Historic Whaling Station

Visit the only complete whaling station tourism attraction in the world!

Albany’s Historic Whaling Station was the last operating station in Australia and provides a fascinating insight into Albany’s colourful past. Recognised as a state-heritage-listed site, the Whaling Station is an engaging and educational tourism attraction for all ages to enjoy.

Find yourself immersed in the sights and sounds of the whaling industry. Enjoy short films within the converted whale oil tanks. Climb aboard the Cheynes IV, the world’s only preserved Whalechaser ship; see their giant blue whale skeleton; enjoy their world-renowned and precious scrimshaw art. Visit their museum exhibits filled with authentic, whaling artefacts and memorabilia or relax in their café overlooking one of Albany’s most picturesque bays.

Their unique, biodiverse location in the South West is also home to over 100,000 species of native plants, many of which are on display in their Regional Wildflower Garden. Enjoy free barbecues in the gardens and learn about their friendly collection of native animals at their Australian Wildlife Park.