Fremantle is a port city in Western Australia, located 19 kilometres (12 mi) southwest of Perth, the state capital, at the mouth of the Swan River on Australia's western coast. It was the first settlement of the Swan River colonists in 1828. It was declared a city in 1929, and has a population of approximately 26,000.
Fremantle offers great culture and activities. It is home to a wide variety of cuisine, with a strong emphasis on Italian and Asian cuisine as well as a number of seafood restaurants. Various cafes and coffee shops are situated around Fremantle, particularly on its famous 'Cappuccino Strip' - a section of South Terrace given over to alfresco dining since 1977.The city has an operational fishing boat harbour which contain markets and restaurants, developed as a tourist precinct. Fishing charter boats also operate from this harbour.
Fremantle is a popular place for its nightlife, second only to Northbridge in Perth's CBD. It attracts people from all over the metropolitan region for its pubs, bars and nightclubs. Fremantle is home to beaches such as Bathers Beach, South Beach and Port Beach. Leighton Beach is a short distance north, while Cottesloe Beach is located 8 kilometres (5.0 mi) north.
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