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Rottnest Island Historical Train and Tunnel Tour from Hillarys Boat Harbour

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Overview

Available languages

English

7 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Do you want to learn about Rottnest's involvement in World War II? Hop on a high-speed ferry from Hillarys Boat Harbour to Rottnest Island, then enjoy a train ride up to Oliver Hill and a guided tour of the tunnel system and 9.2 inch diameter guns that form an integral part of Rottnest's military history.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Children must be accompanied by an adult

A moderate amount of walking is involved, passengers must be able to climb and descend multiple steps

Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues due to the large number of steps (approximately 240) to be climbed and descended.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Train to Oliver Hill

Local guide

Guided Tour

All taxes, fees and handling charges, including Government Landing Fees

Lunch is not included, however, their is a great selection of restaurants and cafes in the Main Settlement at Rottnestt

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

1

Hillarys Boat Harbour

Hillarys Boat Harbour is a tourist precinct, offering high end shopping, cafes, restaurants and bars. Enjoy time at the Harbour after your day on Rottnest Island.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
2

Oliver Hill Battery

This attraction is a significant icon representing the defence of Australia during World War II. Over the years it has been highlighted as a significant heritage site and features the defence facilities and mechanism that were in place to defend major Australian ports overwhelmed by warships during the war. Whilst in this tour you will have the opportunity to discover the hidden secrets of this attraction through a guided tour.

2 hours • Admission Included

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Rottnest Island Historical Train and Tunnel Tour from Hillarys Boat Harbour

Pickup included

Reviews

4.11

19 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Well worth experience

    Amanda R,

    Sep 13, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Watch out for the seagulls at lunch time. A very friendly island. The ferry and train tour was a great and the staff polite and knowledgeable.

  • Book with another tour provider.

    Elisia D,

    Feb 6, 2025

    - Viator

    2.00

    No full dialogue on the website about what the trip entails. The reception where you get the map and tickets doesn’t explain anything, and the map that you get is confusing. Don’t get off at stop 4 on the hop on/ off bus-stop 4 on the map refers to a different service not noted on the map. Reception is slow and not extremely helpful. Please ask island staff well ahead of time👌

  • Read the description closely!Tour???

    Barry H,

    Jan 13, 2025

    - Viator

    3.00

    Our pic up was 1.5 miles from our hotel!At pickup hotel ,no description offered by company.Pickup was 1.5 hours before ferry sailed.The only guide on this “tour “ is a volunteer on the Guns experience,there are no other guides of any kind.Only return time offered was printed on the ticket that is given to you at Hillary’s office.Isalnd experience is as just OK,we would not book again!

  • Recommend

    Angela J,

    Jan 9, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    The train ride was scenic and my son loved being able to drive and press the horn. The history tour of tunnels was informative.

  • A great trip, well worth the money.

    elizabeth b,

    Apr 1, 2024

    - Viator

    5.00

    The island is beautiful. The train journey was fun. The tour of the gun and tunnels was very interesting and the guide extremely knowledgeable. Overall a great trip.

From A$130.00

4.11
19 reviews
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