Top Things to do in Fleurieu Peninsula
Things to do in Fleurieu Peninsula, South Australia: The Best Specialty Museums
Discover the best top things to do in Fleurieu Peninsula, Australia including Southern Fleurieu Historical Museum, Gilbert's Motor Museum, Goolwa Motor Museum, Willunga Courthouse Museum, Port Milang Historic Railway Museum, River Dolls of Goolwa, South Australia Whale Centre.
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1. Southern Fleurieu Historical Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
2. Gilbert's Motor Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Gilbert's Garage was open for 116 years on this location. So when it closed it's history was too good to throw away. Volunteers, working under the Strathalbyn Tourism Association came together to create a truely remarkable museum. Unique exhibits, combine with more common memories. Our Patron, Glen Dix OAM, has donated a large portion of his personal collection of memorabilia, much much more.
Reviewed By MaxD859 - Adelaide, Australia
Worth a visit The staff / volunteers are enthusiastic , knowledgeable and friendly - some great stories ! The cars are fantastic - and sone interesting motor bikes . Easy to spend lots of time at this museum - brings back memories !
3. Goolwa Motor Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By branham2016 - Adelaide, Australia
Michael Finnis is passionate about cars. Former racing car driver, his passion is very infectious as he will happily spin stories of years past and his experiences. At the end of a visit, it becomes difficult to decide which was better – the cars or Michael’s reminiscing! The wide variety of vintage and restored cars are on display in a large shed with a mezzanine floor. Michael gives a personal introduction about the museum as you enter the museum, and then you are free to explore. Information about each vehicle is on display on front of the relevant car. For the young at heart, there is also a wide collection of Matchbox model cars. With a very nominal entrance fee, the time spent sharing Michael’s passion is well worth it. Whether an avid car fanatic or just someone who can appreciate past cars, you will find the time spent well worth it. Photos are permitted. Return? It is on the ever growing list and look forward to being mesmerized again by Michael’s yarns!
4. Willunga Courthouse Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
The Heritage-listed Willunga Courthouse complex (with cells, stable and police residence) was built from 1855 to 1872 and stands in a picturesque setting by a creek.The Courthouse Museum is an authentic Courtroom with displays, and family and district records available for research. Groups can enjoy a guided tour and possibly an entertaining courtroom re-enactment (bookings essential) The grounds are a popular venue for outdoor weddings and community events. The stables behind the courthouse now house the Slate Museum, the only one of its kind in Australia. This museum gives you a glimpse of how slate shaped Willunga. Find out about the dangers and enterprise in the slate quarries, discover the legacy of the Willunga slate carvers, and how life was lived in this fascinating place.
5. Port Milang Historic Railway Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
A railway museum located on the shores of Lake Alexandrina in the heart of Milang. A family friendly venue full of interactive displays including a full size diesel locomotive driving simulator. Adjacent community craft shop, Devonshire Teas and other light refreshments. Open at weekends from noon to 4pm. Free train rides are available on every Sunday during school holidays and the last Sunday of the month at other times.
Reviewed By Dieter_Sch_13
We stumbled upon this place while out exploring. It is extremely well set out with lots of interactive things to do. The volunteer who showed us around was very knowledgeable and passionate which made our time very enjoyable. If you’re in the area it’s a great place to stop for an interesting experience.
6. River Dolls of Goolwa
7. South Australia Whale Centre
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 148 reviews
Reviewed By ilconnor - Dalmeny, Australia
A really interesting collection of exhibits on the local whaling industry. Lots of interactive displays which kids would really enjoy. You can tell that a lot of time and effort has been put in by the volunteers who run the centre. Great value for money
