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The Guide to Family Attractions in Albany & Denmark

The ultimate Buggybuddys online guide to attractions in Albany & Denmark. If you’re planning a trip to Albany or Denmark for your next holiday, then check out our guide of our favourite things to do in Albany and things to do in Denmark.

You’ll find the best attractions in and around Albany and Denmark, including historical places, walks, picnic spots, activities and more!

Visit Whale World, the National ANZAC Centre or Museum of the Great Southern. Here, your family learn more about Albany and Demark’s past. Or why not take your dino kids to Dinosaur World? Explore the prehistoric world together!

On the other hand, why not get back to nature? Explore a national park, visit the Valley of the Giants or spend some time bird watching at Lake Vancouver Bird Hide. Get some great exercise on one of the many walking tracks.

There are a many wonderful holiday destinations to explore across the South West for families. Check out our list and make precious holiday memories with your kids today.




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    Museum of the Great Southern

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    The Museum of the Great Southern is a dynamic, interactive museum complex comprising multiple buildings in Albany. The museum showcases the region’s rich history through various exhibits, including stories of the Indigenous Noongar people, early settlers, and convicts. The main building features regularly changing hands-on activities and craft stations for children, while the Residency building houses permanent exhibitions about local history and natural heritage. Stand-Out Feature: The museum’s interactive children’s area in the main building is constantly evolving with new themed displays each term, offering hands-on activities and crafts. The museum also includes an historic schoolhouse and rotating special exhibitions, Read more…
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    Misery Beach

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    Located 20km south of Albany in Torndirrup National Park, this pristine 200-meter beach features crystal-clear waters and white sand, framed by dramatic granite outcrops. Despite its grim name (from its former whaling station history), it’s now one of Australia’s most beautiful beaches, offering protected swimming and stunning views of Frenchman’s Bay. Stand-Out Feature: The sheltered, north-facing cove provides calm waters perfect for swimming, snorkelling, and paddling. Lucky visitors might spot dolphins, seals, or migrating humpback whales during autumn months. Top Tip: The beach is not patrolled, so swim within your abilities. Access requires walking down several steps on an unsealed Read more…
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    Torndirrup National Park, Albany

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    Located in Albany, Torndirrup National Park showcases spectacular natural formations including The Gap, The Natural Bridge, and The Blowholes. The park features modern viewing platforms that provide stunning views of the Southern Ocean and dramatic coastline. A raised pathway from the car park makes the main attractions accessible for strollers and wheelchairs. Stand-Out Feature: The Gap’s viewing platform stands 40 metres above the ocean, featuring a unique see-through grated floor that allows visitors to watch the powerful waves crash against the cliff face below. The Natural Bridge rock formation, just a 2-minute walk away, offers equally impressive views of this Read more…
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    Valley of the Giants

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    The Valley of the Giants is a magnificent forest attraction near Walpole featuring ancient red tingle trees. This world-class destination offers two main experiences – the famous Tree Top Walk suspended 40 meters high and the ground-level Ancient Empire boardwalk. The gentle, wheelchair and stroller-friendly walkways make this a perfect adventure for families of all ages. Stand-Out Feature: The 600-metre Tree Top Walk lets families experience the forest from a unique perspective, walking through the canopy of these ancient giants on architecturally designed bridges. Kids will be thrilled to spot “Grandma Tingle” – a 400-year-old tree with a face-like appearance Read more…
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    Denmark Animal Farm and Pentland Alpaca Stud

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      Located 20km west of Denmark, this interactive animal farm offers an authentic hands-on experience with a diverse range of animals. Visitors can feed and pat everything from alpacas and camels to kangaroos and Scottish highland cattle. The farm provides each guest with a feed bag included in the entry price, making it easy for families to interact with the animals throughout their visit. Stand-Out Feature: The daily bottle feeding session at 3pm is a highlight, where children can help feed baby animals. The farm features two large walk-through paddocks – one with friendly alpacas and kangaroos, and another with Read more…
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    Dinosaur World, Denmark

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      Located on Bandit Road, Bow Bridge between Denmark and Walpole, Dinosaur World is a unique attraction combining prehistoric and living creatures. The park features Australia’s only T-Rex display, live reptile and bird encounters, and a kangaroo paddock where visitors can interact with friendly marsupials. Facilities include a coffee shop with gifts and souvenirs, BBQ and picnic areas, and ample parking for all vehicles. Stand-Out Feature: Daily live animal handling sessions at 11am and 2pm where visitors can get up close with reptiles, birds, and other wildlife. The park offers an unusual mix of dinosaur displays in the Dinosaur Shed Read more…
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    Albany Wind Farm

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    The Albany Wind Farm is an impressive sight featuring 18 massive wind turbines perched dramatically on the coastal cliffs. This eco-friendly attraction offers families a fascinating glimpse into renewable energy while providing spectacular ocean views across the Southern Ocean. Kids will be amazed by the sheer size of these gentle giants as they spin gracefully in the wind. Stand-Out Feature: The 1km boardwalk connecting the turbines is the star attraction – it’s fully accessible for strollers and offers incredible whale watching opportunities during migration season (June-October). The interactive information boards along the way make learning about wind energy fun and Read more…
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    Whale World, Albany

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    Located 22km from Albany, this fascinating historic whaling station turned educational tourist attraction offers over 20 exhibits exploring Australia’s whaling history. Now a family-friendly museum, it features interactive displays, 3D films, marine skeletons, and an Australian Wildlife Park with unique white kangaroos and a resident koala named Frank. Stand-Out Feature: The impressive Cheynes IV Whalechaser ship that kids can explore, complete with captain’s cabin and authentic maritime features. Plus, there’s a fantastic playground with a whale-shaped slide, swings, and a squid-themed sandpit area overlooking the bay – perfect for picnic breaks between exhibits. Top Tip: Your entry ticket can be Read more…
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    Denmark Soccer Golf at The Toffee Factory

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    Located at 2927 South Coast Highway, William Bay near Denmark, this unique attraction combines soccer and golf into one fun activity. The 14-hole course features various obstacles including tunnels, hills, water hazards, tyres, and sand bunkers. The venue is part of the Toffee Factory complex, which also includes a traditional English toffee making facility, cidery, and sauce production. Stand-Out Feature: The innovative soccer golf course offers a more active alternative to mini golf, where players kick footballs (each player gets their own coloured ball) toward oversized holes. Special challenge holes require players to kick balls through gates or into nets, Read more…
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    The Kodja Place

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    Located halfway between Perth and Albany at 143 Albany Highway, Kojonup, this welcoming stopover features the Black Cockatoo Café serving Karvan coffee and various food options. The venue includes a kids’ toy corner, clean facilities, and both indoor and outdoor seating. Stand-Out Feature: The beautiful rose maze (entry by donation) tells the story of three local women from different cultural backgrounds, featuring climbing areas, artistic seating, and a central picnic space. Best viewed in November when roses are in full bloom. Top Tip: Allow an hour to enjoy the café, stretch your legs in the maze, and visit the on-site Read more…
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    Brig Amity

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    Located at the Museum of the Great Southern on Residency Road, Albany, the Brig Amity is a full-size replica of the historic vessel that brought the first European settlers and convicts to Albany in 1826. Built in the 1970s to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Albany’s settlement, this interactive maritime exhibit allows visitors to explore three levels of an authentic sailing vessel, complete with sleeping quarters and cargo holds. Stand-Out Feature: The interactive audio guide experience brings the ship’s history to life, with numbered plaques throughout the vessel that correspond to informative audio presentations about different areas of the ship. Read more…
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    Lake Vancouver Bird Hide

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    Located at Frenchmans Bay in Albany, Lake Vancouver Bird Hide offers visitors a unique opportunity to observe wetland birds in their natural habitat. This pristine freshwater lake, only opened to public access since 2012, provides an untouched natural environment. The bird hide was erected by the Frenchmans Bay Association to help visitors appreciate the wetlands and local birdlife. Stand-Out Feature: The purpose-built bird hide provides a peaceful observation point where families can quietly watch native birds in their natural habitat. The hide includes informative posters about local wildlife and serves as a sheltered viewing area, making it perfect for wildlife Read more…
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    Chainsaw Sculpture Drive

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    Located at 333 Mercer Road, approximately 20 minutes from Albany’s town center, the Chainsaw Sculpture Drive offers a unique artistic experience featuring hundreds of chainsaw-carved sculptures on the artist Darrel Radcliffe’s private property. This drive-through gallery showcases an impressive collection of wooden artworks, from massive pieces like Ned Kelly and a grandfather clock to intricate details like hidden birds and faces. The exhibition is open daily from 8am to 6pm. Stand-Out Feature: The drive-through format makes this attraction especially family-friendly as visitors can enjoy the artwork from the comfort of their car – perfect for all weather conditions. The continually Read more…
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    The National ANZAC Centre

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    Located atop Mount Clarence in Albany, the National ANZAC Centre is a world-class museum that tells the story of the 41,000 Australians and New Zealanders who departed from Albany for WWI in 1914. This modern facility offers an immersive, interactive experience where visitors receive a card with a real ANZAC’s identity to follow their personal wartime journey throughout the exhibits. Stand-Out Feature: The innovative interactive experiences include the convoy map table where visitors can track soldiers’ journeys and the unique iPad harbour view feature that shows historical ships in their original positions. The Pool of Reflections provides a moving tribute Read more…



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