Rottnest Island Historical Train and Tunnel Tour from Hillarys Boat Harbour
Overview
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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
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What To Expect
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.
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.
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Rottnest Island Historical Train and Tunnel Tour from Hillarys Boat Harbour
Pickup included
Reviews
20 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
great tour
Christine L,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was one of the best tours we have done .... thank you we have done tours all over Europe ... this tour was one of the best we have done
Well worth experience
Amanda R,
Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Watch 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
- Review from Viator
2.00No 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
- Review from Viator
3.00Our 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
- Review from Viator
5.00The train ride was scenic and my son loved being able to drive and press the horn. The history tour of tunnels was informative.
A good coverage on WW11 local history!
Shinester888,
Apr 19, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Being interested in history this was a must for me. The train was not running so a bus replaced it; no issue really. We done the tour with Ian, it was very enlightening and comprehensive. You get to explore the full complex!
A great trip, well worth the money.
elizabeth b,
Apr 1, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00The 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.
Ok - just
Christopher E,
Mar 7, 2024
- Review from Viator
3.00The admin staff for the tour were excellent, can’t fault their customer service. The train and tour was absolutely 5 star , very enjoyable and amazing guides. The ferry experience was ‘ mass transit’ nothing individual or special about it- think rush hour in a school bus out and a cackle of drunk pre-adults back. The transport to the ferry from the CBD was ok- the way back was terrible , took 90 mins , mostly with the brakes on maximum or jumping over speed bumps .
Disapointed about no train but still very good.
Carolyn G,
Nov 24, 2023
- Review from Viator
3.00Train was overheating so did mot operate, bus replaced. Tour guide well knowledged and very interesting.
A great trip.
Kathleen D,
Aug 20, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Loved seeing the Quokkas and visiting the historic gun emplacements. A really great experience and well worth it.
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