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Pier · Busselton, Western Australia
Busselton Jetty
Wooden pier of about 1.8 km over Geographe Bay, built from 1864, with a train and an underwater observatory at the tip.
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About Busselton Jetty
The Busselton Jetty extends about 1.8 km out over Geographe Bay from the centre of Busselton. Construction began in 1864 so ships could load timber and other regional goods, and the jetty was gradually extended in the following decades. It is cited as the longest wooden-piled jetty in the Southern Hemisphere.
You can walk the jetty or ride the solar-powered electric train that runs to the tip and back. Along the way the jetty runs above the bay’s clear water, with fish and stingrays visible from above.
At the tip, the underwater observatory descends about 8 meters below the surface. Through its windows you can see the corals, sponges and fish that live on the jetty piles, which act as an artificial reef.
Walking the jetty is paid, as are the train and the observatory; check the current price list and packages. At the entrance there is an interpretation centre about the jetty’s history.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
From 1 to 3 hours.
Best time
In the morning, when the water is calmer and the light is better for the observatory.
How to get there
In central Busselton, at the end of Queen Street, within walking distance of the foreshore.
Tip
Book the observatory in advance for summer: visits are in small groups.
Official website
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Busselton Jetty
How long is the Busselton Jetty?
About 1.8 km.
Can you ride a train to the end of the jetty?
Yes, on an electric train powered by solar energy.
What can you see in the underwater observatory?
Corals, sponges and fish living on the jetty piles, at about 8 meters depth.