Whyalla Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Drop anchor in historic Whyalla, the port town that’s launched a thousand ships.

Shipbuilding and maritime industries forged this little town on the east coast of the Eyre Peninsula and its coastline is speckled with heritage landmarks. Browse historic museums or go for a wander around the marina, where dolphins regularly meet and greet with locals. Go diving or snorkelling in the pristine waters. If you’re lucky, you might spot the spectral colours of a giant Australian cuttlefish. Walking trails, hilltop lookouts and conservation areas make Whyalla a good stop for those who like to keep their feet on dry land.

Where to stay in Whyalla

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Whyalla Barson

Travellers like the golf courses in Whyalla Barson, and Whyalla Conservation Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Whyalla Barson
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Whyalla Norrie

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Whyalla Norrie. You might consider stopping by Westland Mall Shopping Center while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Whyalla Norrie
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Whyalla Playford

If you're spending some time in Whyalla Playford, Whyalla Maritime Museum and Whyalla Wetlands are top sights worth seeing.

Whyalla Playford
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Mullaquana

While Mullaquana may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Westland Mall Shopping Center and Ada Ryan Gardens.

Mullaquana
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Whyalla Stuart

While Whyalla Stuart may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Westland Mall Shopping Center and Ada Ryan Gardens.

Whyalla Stuart
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False Bay

If you're spending some time in False Bay, Whyalla Foreshore and Westland Mall Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.

False Bay
Discovery Parks - Whyalla
Discovery Parks - Whyalla
3.5 out of 5
51 Broadbent Terrace, Whyalla, SA
The price is AU$108 per night from 11 July to 12 July
AU$108
11 July - 12 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach cabin in Whyalla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Ada Ryan Gardens and Foreshore Park Lands are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (436 reviews)
"Very spacious and comfortable unit. Great view from accommodation."

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Discovery Parks - Whyalla
Westland Hotel Motel
Westland Hotel Motel
4 out of 5
100 McDouall Stuart Ave, Whyalla Norrie, SA
The price is AU$154 per night from 23 July to 24 July
AU$154
23 July - 24 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Whyalla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Westland Mall Shopping Center and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (386 reviews)
Nice quiet motel
"Room was standard. Clean but had to keep bathroom door closed as there was a bit of a smell - not bad enough to have complained about. Also, the shower head was soooo small and only had about 20 very small holes for water to come out of! Put the tv on at 7.30pm and it didn’t work. Rang reception ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

Westland Hotel Motel
Whyalla Country Inn Motel
Whyalla Country Inn Motel
3 out of 5
95 Plyaford Ave, Whyalla Playford, SA
The price is AU$82 per night from 18 July to 19 July
AU$82
18 July - 19 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Whyalla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (234 reviews)
"This venue is remote operated but when we accidentally left some items behind they coordinated with on site cleaning staff to ensure our items could be picked up by the courier we arranged. They were very easy to deal with and went above and beyond!!! The room was exactly what we needed and had lots ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

Whyalla Country Inn Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Discovery Parks - Whyalla
Discovery Parks - Whyalla
3.5 out of 5
51 Broadbent Terrace, Whyalla, SA
Stay at this 3.5-star beach cabin in Whyalla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Ada Ryan Gardens and Foreshore Park Lands are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (436 reviews)
"Very spacious and comfortable unit. Great view from accommodation."

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Discovery Parks - Whyalla
Sundowner Cabin and Tourist Park
Sundowner Cabin and Tourist Park
3 out of 5
226 Broadbent Terrace, Lincoln Highway, Whyalla Norrie, SA
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Whyalla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Whyalla Wetlands and Wetlands Recreation ...
9/10 Wonderful! (223 reviews)
Stayover
"Excellent accommodation"

Reviewed on 19 May 2025

Sundowner Cabin and Tourist Park
Aligned Corporate Residence Whyalla
Aligned Corporate Residence Whyalla
4.5 out of 5
4 Moran Street, Whyalla Norrie, SA
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Whyalla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Westland Mall Shopping Center ...
9/10 Wonderful! (173 reviews)
"Great service and room was very nice . Pillows were awesome . Would recommend"

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

Aligned Corporate Residence Whyalla
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Whyalla

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4 - Good 64%
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

We just stayed the night driving through - arrived late and left early so didn’t see the town or surrounding areas.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

It was an overnight rest stop for us

5/5 - Excellent

Mariann

It is s beautiful town, most people are very nice and there are all the services you require.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

The "look-out" was worth seeing, lovely garden and well kept. There was another one with two gazebo type shelters but were very run down. The original high school was freshly painted with well kept grounds. Lots of Art Deco buildings in the town.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

No comment

4/5 - Good

Lea

Lots to see and fo