Discover legal history at Old Court House Law Museum
Perth, Australia • 
Underrated
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Dec
18°C – 31°C, hot and dry with minimal rainfall, high crowds, peak season
18°C – 31°C, hot and dry with minimal rainfall, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Wheelchair accessible; seating available; flat terrain.
Wheelchair accessible; seating available; flat terrain.
Value for money
High
Free entry and engaging exhibits offer excellent value.
Free entry and engaging exhibits offer excellent value.
Highlights we curated for you
See what similar travellers think of this activity
C
Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Historical Gem
Couples loved the intimate setting and the chance to explore Perth's legal history together.
Free Attraction
Visitors felt it was a great value, especially with free entry and rich history.
Well Preserved
Couples found the museum exhibits insightful and the courtroom beautifully maintained.
No Parking
Couples found parking near the museum can be a challenge on busy days in Perth.
Limited Access
Some couples noted the lack of elevator access to the museum galleries.
Poor Facilities
Travelers mentioned the nearby public toilets needing some improvement.
How to book
ViatorRECOMMENDED
Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Access
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
2h - 3h
4.8
from
USD 45
per_person
BOOK
GetyourguidePremium Experience with Hotel Pickup
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before
4h - 5h
4.9
from
USD 70
per_person
BOOK
KlookPrivate Full-Day Tour
Non-refundable
8h - 10h
5.0
from
USD 120
per_person
BOOK
Hours of operation
Monday
-
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
In-depth experience
May contain spoilers
Watch curated videos from fellow travellers for a glimpse of what to expect.
Commence on a digital stroll at Old Court House Law Museum.
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
HIGH
16-29°C
Summer begins with hot and dry weather. Temperatures range from 16.4°C to 29.1°C, averaging 22.8°C. Rainfall is minimal, about 10 mm over 3.9 days, and the sea temperature is around 20.9°C.
Summer begins with hot and dry weather. Temperatures range from 16.4°C to 29.1°C, averaging 22.8°C. Rainfall is minimal, about 10 mm over 3.9 days, and the sea temperature is around 20.9°C.
Open
No significant restrictions; open Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
No significant restrictions; open Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Recommended
December's warm weather and festive atmosphere make it a popular time to visit the museum, though expect higher crowd levels and prices.
December's warm weather and festive atmosphere make it a popular time to visit the museum, though expect higher crowd levels and prices.
January
HIGH
18-31°C
Hot and dry with minimal rainfall.
Hot and dry with minimal rainfall.
Open
No known restrictions.
No known restrictions.
Recommended
January offers hot and dry weather, making it ideal for visiting the Old Court House Law Museum. However, as it's peak tourist season, expect higher crowd levels and prices. It's advisable to plan visits during weekdays to avoid larger crowds.
January offers hot and dry weather, making it ideal for visiting the Old Court House Law Museum. However, as it's peak tourist season, expect higher crowd levels and prices. It's advisable to plan visits during weekdays to avoid larger crowds.
February
HIGH
18-32°C
Very hot and dry with minimal rainfall.
Very hot and dry with minimal rainfall.
Open
No known restrictions.
No known restrictions.
Recommended
February continues the hot and dry conditions, suitable for museum visits. As the peak season persists, anticipate high crowd levels and elevated prices. Early morning visits are recommended to avoid the heat and crowds.
February continues the hot and dry conditions, suitable for museum visits. As the peak season persists, anticipate high crowd levels and elevated prices. Early morning visits are recommended to avoid the heat and crowds.
March
MEDIUM
18-29°C
Warm with slightly increased rainfall.
Warm with slightly increased rainfall.
Open
No known restrictions.
No known restrictions.
Recommended
March offers warm temperatures with a slight increase in rainfall. With the end of the peak season, crowd levels and prices begin to decrease, making it a favorable time for a more relaxed museum visit.
March offers warm temperatures with a slight increase in rainfall. With the end of the peak season, crowd levels and prices begin to decrease, making it a favorable time for a more relaxed museum visit.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Numerous bus routes stop near the museum, with the closest stops being "St Georges Tce After Barrack St Westbound" and "Barrack St Hay Street Mall Cat Id 3".
Train
Recommended
Perth Station and Elizabeth Quay Station are within walking distance. From Perth Station, walk south on Barrack Street. From Elizabeth Quay Station, walk north.
Walking
Recommended
The museum is an easy walk from many central Perth attractions, especially for those already in the downtown area.
Bike
Bicycle racks are available in and around Stirling Gardens for secure parking.
Car
Several parking garages, such as Wilson Parking at 256 St Georges Terrace (Barrack Arch) and Central Park at 152-158 St Georges Terrace, are available nearby.
Taxi
Taxis and rideshares can drop off passengers directly in front of the museum on Barrack Street or St Georges Terrace.
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required