Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse

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Star 4.6 (2962 Google reviews)

opening hours 8.45am – 5:00pm daily, last entry 4.30pm. Closed Christmas Day.
The cafe is open seven days a week for coffee, lunch, and delicious snacks; opening hours may vary.

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Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse sits at the tip of a spectacular peninsula in Augusta, Western Australia, where the Southern and Indian Oceans meet. Located at the most south-westerly point of Australia and standing on one of the world’s great capes, the lighthouse is celebrated for its striking position and remarkable craftsmanship.

Take a fully guided tour inside the tallest lighthouse on mainland Australia, explore its maritime history and feel the sea breeze on your face as you take in sweeping coastal views. From May to August, you may spot migrating whales moving north along the horizon.  

Guided tours lead to the top of the lighthouse tower, revealing stories of lightkeepers and the vital role this beacon played in safely guiding ships along a rugged coastline.  

Explore the Interpretive Centre, set within an original lightkeepers’ cottage, as it brings to life the daily experiences of the families who once called this remote outpost home, offering an inspiring and interactive encounter. 

Set near scenic lookouts and peaceful coastal trails, including the Cape to Cape track. The surrounding landscape enhances the sense of natural wonder and discovery.


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Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse

Leeuwin Rd, Augusta WA 6290

Reviews

Star 4.6 (2962 Google reviews)
Lareen N 27 March 2025

Interesting site & museum, paid extra for lighthouse tour, great seeing big lens up close, but beware: lots of steps. Nice cafe for quick lunch on enclosed verandah of old keepers cottage. Hot creamy chai latte, nice crispy doorstop toasties. Just arrived too late to get tickets and also walk the 300m to the lighthouse, but looked around museum and site while we waited for next one (only 30mins later). Not crowded midweek around lunchtime, only 2-4 ppl on tour up lighthouse. Gift shop has lots of nice sea-themed things for adults and kids

Debbie Foster 26 March 2025

Loved visiting this iconic part of the southwest! Didn't do the climb up the lighthouse, but the walk around the lighthouse, and the lighthouse keeper's home and interactive display were excellent. The day turned on the wind for us, and it was fabulous! I would have been disappointed if it had been calm. :-)

Captain Solo 03 April 2025

My favourite scenic spot to visit and see the grounds surrounding the lighthouse. Lots of places to just sit around and enjoy the views

David Vincent 31 January 2025

This lighthouse has something for everyone. Small museum, guided tours of lighthouse or just walking around (like me), informative signboards, and a watchful cow with an eyepatch and peg leg. Be sure to ask the amazing staff how the cow statue came to be on the lighthouse grounds. This is where the Indian and Southern Oceans meet.