Local Attractions
Port Willunga is a coastal village on Fleurieu Peninsula, home to ancient shipwrecks and seaview restaurants.
The remains of the Star of Greece, a three mast, iron cargo ship wrecked here in 1888, provide a poignant reminder of the storms that can sometimes disturb this normally placid coastline near Willunga.
Our Local Highlights
- Maslin Beach: Clad or unclad, welcome to Australia's first official nude bathing beach! Maslin Beach forms a sweeping arc of golden sand sheltered by spectacular cliffs. It is the perfect isolated spot to acquire that all-over body tan. Nude bathing is only allowed at the southern end of the beach, some 700 metres from the main north-beach car park. There are three car parks for beach-goers, two serving the north end and one the south.
- Port Willunga Beach: In 2008 Port Willunga beach was named in Travel + Leisure magazine as one of the top 20 worldwide destinations. This coastal town is home to ancient shipwrecks and fantastic marine life, it is a paradise for divers and snorkelers, the soft sandy beach is popular as a safe family swimming haven.
- Willunga Court House: The Willunga Courthouse Museum is located in a heritage-listed courthouse complex, with cells, stable and police residence, in a picturesque setting in the historic Willunga township. The museum occupies a period courtroom maintained in authentic condition, with displays of memorabilia related to the police station and courthouse, the police officers and their families, and the magistrates and the court cases which took place there.
- Wineries and Dining: Numerous wineries surround our region many offering cellar door sales and fine dining utilizing the best of our local produce. d'Arenberg, Wirra Wirra, Maxwells,Woodstock are just a few of the fantastic wineries not forgetting Port Willunga wines that are on our doorstep.
- Adelaide Byplanes: Based at the scenic, charming and romantic Aldinga Airfield, Adelaide Biplanes is all about delivering some of the most awesome flying experiences it's possible to imagine.
- Willunga Farmers Market: Willunga Farmers Market was the first farmers market to be established in South Australia and is now considered one of the best. With more than 55 stalls selling fresh primary produce from regional farms and Fleurieu Peninsula products, shoppers experience a diverse variety, showcasing all that is fresh and seasonal.
- Greenhills Adventure Park: If you want a day packed full of Fun, Food and Adventure, there is only one place to go; Greenhills Adventure Park at Victor Harbor. Nestled in the picturesque Hindmarsh Valley just over 30 minutes drive south of Port Willunga. Greenhills Adventure Park offers something for all ages. From golf and go-karts to the waterslides and archery, it's easy to have a whole day of fun.
- Willunga Golf Club: The Willunga Public Golf Course consists of 18 challenging holes with its lush tree lined fairways and expansive grass greens. It is set in a picturesque location amongst historic gum trees and a meandering creek with superb views of the vines and hills. The course itself is in immaculate condition and located just 10 minutes from Big4Port Willunga.
- Kangaroo Island: We are only 45 minutes from Cape Jervis a great place to stop and refresh before and after boarding the KI Ferry
- Diving and Snorkeling: The uncrowded, pristine waters and unique marine environment mean that the Fleurieu Peninsula is a divers paradise, explore carefully and your glimpse South Australia's famous leafy sea dragon.
Popular diving areas include the Aldinga reef, Port Noarlunga reef and Gulls rock at Maslin Beach
- Aldinga Scrub Conservation Park: Discover the abundance of rare coastal flora nestled between Aldinga and Sellick beach. Keep your ears and eyes open or birds butterflies geckos, echidnas and the rare and delicate Lacy Coral Lichen.