Albany Historic Whaling Station crowned WA’s top tourist attraction at Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards

Albany Historic Whaling Station has been crowned the best tourist attraction in WA at the Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards.

The award recognises natural and built attractions across WA.

Albany Historic Whaling Station general manager Jen Bane said the recognition as a top tourist attraction was a “privilege”.

“This award is a fantastic recognition of the hard work and collaboration within our community,” she said.

“Through strong partnerships with tourism operations like Tourism Council WA, Tourism WA, and Australia’s South West, we are able to attract more visitors to Albany, sharing the unique stories and natural beauty of our region with audiences from across the country and beyond.

“We are honoured to represent Albany, the Great Southern, and Western Australia.

“It is an incredible privilege to be recognised as a leading tourism attraction.”

Tourism Council chief executive officer Evan Hall said the awards recognise tourism operators’ business excellence, innovation, and outstanding customer service.

“All participants in the 2024 Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards demonstrated a profound commitment to making WA a diverse and welcoming tourism destination for guests,” Mr Hall said.

The winners were announced on November 9.