15 Best Things To Do In Port Lincoln, Australia

1. Browse through the displays in Port Lincoln Railway Museum

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Opened in September 1999, Port Lincoln Railway Museum is an attraction in the city of Port Lincoln that tells the history of its railway network. It played a big role in commerce and trade during the time when products needed to be delivered to and from Port Adelaide. The fascinating museum nests in the South Australian Railways administrative building. It features vintage displays, from old photographs to official documents. Also, you’ll find trinkets and memorabilia in the Port Lincoln Railway Museum, that have survived the test of time.

Port Lincoln Railway Museum

Address: Railway Pl, Port Lincoln SA 5606, Australia

Website: Port Lincoln Railway Museum

2. Take souvenir pictures of the Tuna Poler

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Standing tall on Port Lincoln Foreshore, The Tuna Poler is one of the newest landmarks in the city. It is a sculpture that portrays an image of tuna polers from back in the day. This fascinating piece of art is a brainchild of the renowned sculptor - Ken Martin. During its inauguration on July 28, 2019, 350 locals and tourists have gathered to celebrate the establishment of this icon that symbolizes the city’s tuna pioneers and the thriving industry. It honors both the ones that served the city and died at sea in the name of service, as well as the tuna polers who continue to provide the municipality with fresh seafood up to this day in time.

The Tuna Poler

Address: 1 Tasman Terrace, Port Lincoln SA 5606, Australia

3. Spend a day with your loved ones at Mundy's Mooring

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Mundy’s Mooring is a gorgeous nature preserve that is set in Adelphi Terrace. It is a paradise where the sea meets the land, providing its visitors with lots of outdoor opportunities. If you are a merperson at heart, you will have so much fun swimming in the waters and basking in the warmth of the golden Australian sun. Fishing is a joyful activity that you can do in the park, as well. Bring your watersport equipment and you may embark on kayaking adventures. Visitors who plan to take advantage of the vast green space may have some picnic bonding with their loved ones, and the kids will surely be happy playing on the playground. Pets are also welcome in Mundy’s Mooring.

Mundy's Mooring

Address: 21 Adelphi Terrace, Port Lincoln SA 5606, Australia

Website: Mundy’s Mooring

Opening hours: 24 hours (daily)

4. Check out the legendary Makybe Diva Statue

Port Lincoln is home to many remarkable landmarks, and one of them is Makybe Diva Statue. This monument showcases a life-size image of a black horse standing on the side of the breathtaking port. This fellow is no ordinary horse, but a famous mare owned by Tony Santic. Makybe Diva was a British-bred horse. Although she has some British roots, she was trained in Australia all her life up to the point when she won the Melbourne Cup - not just once, but three times in a row. On record, the very horse that this statue represents was named as Australian horse racing history’s highest stakes-earner.

Makybe Diva Statue

Address: Port Lincoln SA 5606, Australia

5. Go on a gastronomic adventure at Peter Teakle Wines

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Port Lincoln is not only a paradise of gorgeous natural wonders and charming parks, but it is also a destination for culinary adventures. It boasts an abundance of excellent dining spots that serve hearty meals, making visitors want to come back for more. One of them is Peter Teakle Wines. This is a winery that has picture-perfect sweeping views of the landscape, as well as the waterscape. Besides its plantations, it has a cellar, a wine shop, and a romantic restaurant called The Line & Label Restaurant. The on-site dining spot showcases stunning rustic furnishings with stone walls and aesthetically pleasing lights. More so, it is built with floor-to-ceiling windows that treat guests to spectacular views and lots of natural light. Peter Teakle Wines is a go-to destination for delicious food, premium wines, and gorgeous views.

Peter Teakle Wines

Address: 31 Whillas Rd, Port Lincoln SA 5606, Australia

Website: Peter Teakle Wines

6. Visit Lincoln National Park

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The Lincoln National Park is without a doubt a place you shouldn’t miss when you come to Port Lincoln. A visit to this place will bring you face to face with the incredible variety of unique wildlife species that has known no other home than the park. You will have a chance to learn more about the port’s fishing industry, go for a tour of the Fresh Fish Place, and enjoy a delicious fish meal for your lunch. You will also have a chance to see wild kangaroos, emus, and koalas at the Mikkira Station.

7. Admire art at Nautilus Art Center

One of the perks of traveling to new destinations is to learn the history and cultures of those places. Nautilus Art Center is where you head to if you want to learn the history and culture of Port Lincoln and the entire peninsula. The art center has two state-of-the-art galleries – The Rotary Gallery which is the most attractive location for visitors interested in traveling exhibitions and local displays. The second gallery is the Walter Nicholls Memorial Gallery where you will also find lots of traveling exhibitions obtained from all over Australia. In addition to the galleries, and depending on the day and time of your visit, you may be lucky to catch some thrilling performances by various renowned artists from Australia and around the globe.

Nautilus Art Center Tour

Address: Tasman Tce. Port Lincoln, South Australia

Website: Nautilus Art Center

Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 10am - 3pm (closed on Sun)

8. Book a tasting tour

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How about hunting for your own meal, getting it prepared and then digging into it? This is a tour that will make you experience what used to happen centuries ago when men needed to hunt to eat. It is a tour that will take you to the secluded beaches of Coffin Bay where you will hunt for a variety of seafood, present them to a personal chef who will then prepare them right on the beach. As you wait for the food, you can relax while you enjoy the fresh breeze from the sea, or you can watch out for dolphins and sea lions that frequent the beach. This tour also comes with exciting opportunities for fishing salmon, collecting cockles, snorkeling and just soaking in the beautiful sceneries of the bay.

9. Get amazing views of the city from The Old Mill Lookout

The Old Mill Lookout in Port Lincoln has been around since 1846. It is an ancient structure and was built as a part of a flour mill complex, though it was never in operation. Over the years, it has undergone several restorations, and currently, it is the best place to get panoramic views of Port Lincoln City and Boston Bay. If you go with kids, be sure they are under your watch at all times.

The Old Mill Lookout Tours

Address: Dorset Pl, Port Lincoln SA 5606, Australia

Website: The Old Mill Lookout Tours

Opening hours: Always open

Price: Contact for rates

10. Explore Mill Cottage Museum

The Mills Cottage Museum is in the beautiful Flinders Park, and it is a cradle of history for Port Lincoln. The cottage was built in 1866 by Joseph K Bishop – a British captain who commanded the very first ships to the port in 1839. The museum currently is the home to Bishop’s family artifacts, including the items they came with from England as well as those that were on the sailing ship they arrived in – The Dorset. Also present are several watercolors of stunning sceneries of the Lower Eyre Peninsula done by Amy Bishop.

Mill Cottage Museum

Address: 20 Flinders Highway, Flinders Park Port Lincoln, South Australia 5606

Website: Mill Cottage Museum

Opening hours: Wed: 10am - 2pm; Sun: 2pm - 4pm (closed on Mon - Tue, Thu, Fri - Sat)

11. Enjoy a scenic walk along Parnkalla Walking Trail

The Parnkalla Walking Trail takes you on a journey along the Boston Bay. You will go from Axel Stenross Maritime Museum to Billy Light Point – a scenic section of the trail before you venture onwards to the Investigator Trail. This should be a relaxing walk that will treat you to magnificent views of the bay, as well as a burst of fresh air originating from the ocean.

Parnkalla Walking Trail

Website: Parnkalla Walking Trail

12. Gorge on top-notch pizzas and pasta at Del Giorno’s

This is a popular restaurant you will find in Port Lincoln. It is the best place to have top-notch pizzas and pasta. Additionally, Del Giorno’s is worth checking out if you want to sample the seafood in Port Lincoln prepared with an Italian flare. While you enjoy your meals, you will also enjoy the extremely relaxing views of the picturesque Boston Bay.

Del Giorno’s

Address: 80 Tasman Tce Port Lincoln, South Australia 5606

Website: Del Giorno’s

Opening hours: 7:30am - 9:30pm (daily)

13. Visit Axel Stenross Maritime Museum to know about boat-building

If you didn’t know, Axel Stenross is considered among the greats in ship making. In 1927, he made his way to Port Lincoln to load grain for Europe but then decided that he wanted to settle in this place and further his craft of ship making. In this museum, you will learn more about his story and the craft of wooden shipbuilding which slowly but surely is becoming extinct due to modern technology. You will also see his original living quarters, his workshop, and a display of a restored historic vessel, marine relics, and artifacts.

Axel Stenross Maritime Museum

Address: 97 Lincoln Hwy Port Lincoln, South Australia 5606

Website: Axel Stenross Maritime Museum

Opening hours: Tue, Thu, Sun: 9:30am - 4:30pm; Sat: 1pm - 4:30pm (closed on Mon)

14. Book a sea lion tour from Port Lincoln

If you have ever desired to have a close encounter with sea lions, then there is no better place than at Port Lincoln. With the sea lion tours from Port Lincoln, you will spend an entire day swimming with these awesome animals in their natural habitats. The tour takes about four and a half hours, and you will not just come close to touching distances with the sea lions, but they will also treat you to spectacular performances like backflips, somersaults, and lots of swirls. Additionally, spending all those hours in the clear waters of Sea Clove will be an experience to remember.

Enjoy the history and beauty of Port Lincoln

The above is just a fraction of what you can do when you visit Port Lincoln. The area is teaming with beauty, history, and adventure. It is a great place to visit at any time of the year, and irrespective of your preferences, you are assured that you will find interesting things to see and do.