Port Willunga, Fleurieu Peninsula

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Scuba diving is also a popular sport, with several well-known dive sites in the area. An example of which is the wreck site of the Star of Greece, a ship filled with wheat that sank in 1888. On a clear day with calm waters, the remains of the ship can be readily explored. The other dive sites offer enjoyable trips underwater where marine creatures flourish.

Port Willunga has several restaurants that offer sumptuous meals, and most specializes in seafood dishes, with the freshest ingredients there are. Cafes also abound in the suburb, providing refreshments and delicious treats to local and tourist patrons. Eating establishments located near the foreshores even offer al fresco dining to maximize enjoyment of fresh sea breeze.

The sea and adjoining cliffs provide interesting subjects to numerous landscape painters, most of them choosing to come and live in Port Willunga. There are nearby galleries that retail their art works.

The history of the suburb as a major port during the 19th century can still be clearly manifested in several of the historic buildings located all over the suburb and the town of Willunga. Example of which is the Old Police Station and Courthouse building located on High Street. This stone structure was built in 1864. It is now a National Trust Museum that focuses on depicting community life in the 19th century. Of particular interest are the carefully recreated Court and its well-preserved prison cells.

Nearby is the Old Post and Telegraph station that was constructed in the late 19th century. Following its restoration in 1986, the building is now a well-recognized landmark of the area that will surely delight anybody interested in architectural history.

Located several kilometers east of Port Willunga is the Mount Magnificence Conservation Park. Accessed via Yundi Road, this conservation park is ideal for bush walking, with its nature trails and spectacular scenery. The area is also a known habitat for western grey kangaroos and lucky visitors may catch a glimpse or two of them.

Visitors to Port Willunga may want to take some time out from the surf and explore the rest of the Fleurieu Peninsula. There are several wineries and vineyards in the nearby town of McLaren Vale that open their cellar doors for those who wish to sample their products. Most of these wineries produce high quality, fine wines that are perfect complements to any dishes.