Top Things to do in Whyalla
The 5 Best Things to do Good for Kids in Whyalla, South Australia
Discover the best top things to do in Whyalla, Australia including Ada Ryan Gardens, Whyalla Maritime Museum, Hummock Hill Lookout, Point Lowly Lighthouse, Whyalla Marina.
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1. Ada Ryan Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 47 reviews
Reviewed By branham2016 - Adelaide, Australia
The Ada Ryan Gardens are adjacent to the foreshore and are a well laid out refuge from the busyness of the Foreshore, Jetty and Marina. The numerous curved walkways lead through varying sections of the gardens often with some surprises in an open public garden. Local Birdlife can be seen and heard in the mature trees and shrubs. The gardens are well maintained and contain a huge variety of both native and introduced flora blending together in visual delight. It was very relaxing walking through the gardens and look forward to doing it again in future visits to Whyalla. Return? Already on the bucket list! Spoiler alert! Amongst the unexpected was an aviary, a greenhouse, and two reflection areas - The Women’s Reflection Garden and the memorial to those who lost their lives in the May 2000 Whyalla air crash.
2. Whyalla Maritime Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 112 reviews
Reviewed By PaulS803 - Adelaide, Australia
The Museum is easy spotted from the highway north of Whyalla by the very noticeable HMAS Whyalla sitting next door. This was the first ship produced by the Whyalla Shipyards, so has a special place in the town. The Visitor Information Centre is also situated here, and we found the ladies especially friendly and helpful. Well done, ladies! After paying our entry fee for the museum, we follow the path under the ship and enter to enjoy the exhibits. There is naturally a great emphasis on Whyalla, and I am amazed at the number of ships built here. We enjoy the film about the moving of HMAS Whyalla to its present position. Also of interest is an extensive working model railway. My wife comments that there is no dust in this museum! Car parking and access are easy, and there are toilet facilities, but no café.
3. Hummock Hill Lookout
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 122 reviews
Reviewed By leannehille - Greater Adelaide, Australia
Great views out to sea and of the brand new spectacular jetty and of the Whyalla steel works. Ample parking areas although could be a little tight at peak times.
4. Point Lowly Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By branham2016 - Adelaide, Australia
Travelling from Whyalla to Port Augusta and the last off-road excursion is to Port Bonython and Point Lowly. Turning to the right off Port Lincoln Highway, we followed the access road that takes you past Port Bonython which is home to Santos' hydrocarbon processing plant and deep-water port. On the way in we passed several shacks giving us a clue that this may be recreational community with no shopping facilities. There is nearby the lighthouse a breakwater with a double boat ramp and a playground and toilet facilities which include disabled access toilets and cold showers. We went to see the lighthouse and wasn't disappointed. The adjacent car park is quite large and would cope with RVs and also caravans. Several information signs are located around so you know what you are looking at. The lighthouse was originally manned so there is still the keeper's cottages and a store room with the cottages available for holiday accommodation through the Whyalla Visitor information Centre. The view from the cottages is spectacular. Clearly marked paths ensure safe access to the lighthouse and outbuildings. The day we were there, a large group of birdlife was on the various rocky outcrops adding to the atmosphere. lt was also extremely windy and, given its remoteness from larger towns, one can get a sense of what it may have been like in 1883 when the original 15 metres tall tower was built. The lighthouse tower was extended by eight metres in 1909. The whole area is very picturesque with photo opportunities no matter where you looked. lt was really enjoyable visiting Point Lowly, soaking in the landscape, the history and the atmosphere of a remote location that is not that far from civilization - a great spot to get away from it all. As there is no food available at the Point, make sure you travel with a supply! Return? Yes! This is one spot I have added to the “Return to Bucket List”
5. Whyalla Marina
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By courworld - South Australia, Australia
Wonderful! The beautiful dolphins will swim right up to you, if you were game you could probably pat them. They are cheeky, inquisitive and exquisite. The Marina is so user friendly, perfect to launch you boat for a great day of fishing, catching whiting and snapper. Whyalla is truly a hidden secret.!
