Victor Harbor is on the migratory path of southern right whales (May to October). The multilevel South Australian Whale Centre has impressive whale displays (including a big stinky skull) and can give you the low-down on where to see them. Not whale season? Check out the big mammals in the 3D-cinema, and the exhibit on Aboriginal whale stories. For whale sightings info, call the Whale Information Hotline (1900 942 537).
South Australian Whale Centre
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Nearby attractions
1. Encounter Coast Discovery Centre & Museum
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Inside Victor's 1866 Customs House on the foreshore, this National Trust museum has interesting local-history displays from pre-European times to around…
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3. Southern Fleurieu Historical Museum
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5. One Paddock Currency Creek Winery
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