Anglesea Tourism

The Wonders of Anglesea - Victoria

Anglesea in Victoria, Australia is a favourite holiday haunt for its characteristic natural ambience. Tourists gather in this little town to participate in flower and folk festivals and Christmas. If you are keen to catch sight of the kangaroos of Australia in their natural habitat, come to the golf courses of Anglesea. You will find the riverine markets and surfing beaches of this cool town of Victoria unique.

Anglesea's Past

Originally known as the Swampy Creek, Anglesea thrived on a whaling industry. Initially locals came here to catch sight of the amazing humped back whales at Victor Harbour. Those who came for hunting purposes preyed upon these whales until they were on the brink of extinction in the 1930s.

Anglesea Now

Currently the whaling industry is extinct and at Victor Harbour, you can see various videos and records on whales. You can also spot the Little Penguins around Granite Island of Anglesea. Enjoy trips on the Sunday steam trains and Cockle trains from Adelaide Hills to Victor Harbour. There are also wildlife conservation parks and a myriad of other attractions to be explored in Anglesea.

The must-sees of Anglesea

Here are a few tourist spots you must not miss at Anglesea:

The Bluff – This 200-metre high granite outcrop, also called Rosetta Head offers a magnificent view of Encounter Bay.

Greenhills Adventure Park – Situated at the bank of Hindmarsh River, this is an abode for recreational activities and a favourite haunt for adventurous kids.

Urimbirra Wildlife Park – Do not leave Anglesea without seeing so many species of animals and rare birds at this park of Australia.

Accommodation and food at Anglesea

You can stay at the Anchorage Guest House where you can avail spa facilities. Some other standard hotels are the Villa Victor Bed and Breakfast, the Family Inn Motel, and the Adare Caravan Park. Have a big bite of the freshly baked German cakes at Cafe Bavaria. For Italian cuisines, you can check into Nino Solari’s Pizzeria. The Hotel Crown should be your choice for the best drinks.