Aldinga Beach

Adelaide

Aldinga Beach
South Australia featuring rocky coastline, a sandy beach and general coastal views
Aldinga Beach
Aldinga Beach showing a sandy beach and general coastal views
Aldinga Beach
Visit a beachside suburb of Adelaide that offers plenty of watersports action, maritime history, countryside exploration and beautiful sea views.

Treat yourself to a break at Aldinga Beach, a small, quiet coastal town on the east coast of the Fleurieu Peninsula. It is a popular weekend getaway among Adelaide’s residents and visitors. Thrill to a day along the ocean, go wildlife spotting on a hike through the countryside and explore a 19th-century shipwreck.

Ride the surf, cast your line, snorkel or simply relax at the beach, also called Aldinga Beach. It is about 2.5 miles (4 kilometers) from the town and is a long stretch of beautiful sand and blue sea. This is one of the few beaches in South Australia where you can drive your vehicle onto the sand.

Shore dive or snorkel around the wreck of the Star of Greece, a 19th-century three-masted iron ship that lies in about 13 feet (4 meters) of water. The vessel was on its way to Great Britain when it was hit by a severe storm and sank in 1888 with the loss of at least 18 lives. At low tide, view parts of the ship from the beach.

See more of the local scenery on a bushwalking adventure in the Aldinga Scrub Conservation Park. This protected area of native coastal scrubland is home to dozens of bird species, such as rainbow bee-eaters and golden whistlers. A variety of walking trails pass through the wild landscape, also providing an opportunity to study rare species of plants, such as lacy coral lichen and orchids.

Back in the town, look at the mass grave for those who died aboard the Star of Greece at the Uniting Church and Cemetery and visit the 19th-century Gothic St. Ann's Anglican Church. This old building was constructed from local stone.

Aldinga Beach is about 30 miles (50 kilometers) southwest of AdelaideOpens in a new window. Come by bus, train, taxi or rental car and enjoy a beachside getaway that offers relaxation as well as plenty of activities away from the sand.


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Discovery Resorts - McCracken Country Club

Discovery Resorts - McCracken Country Club

3.5 out of 5
McCracken Drive, McCracken, SA
The price is NT$2,796 per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
NT$2,796
NT$3,075 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star golf hotel in McCracken. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a golf course. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay. The staff and view perfect. My only feedback was something that left me uncomfortable. We mainly chose this venue for the sauna and gym facilities. I was left feeling unwelcome in the sauna by the local members using the sauna during our stay."

Reviewed on 2025/7/25

Discovery Resorts - McCracken Country Club
NRMA Victor Harbor Beachfront Holiday Park

NRMA Victor Harbor Beachfront Holiday Park

4 out of 5
114 Victoria Street, Victor Harbor, SA
The price is NT$1,421 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
NT$1,421
NT$1,563 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly campground in Victor Harbor. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Kent Reserve and Warland Reserve ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (583 reviews)
"Lovely staff who upgraded my accommodation. Very welcoming"

Reviewed on 2025/8/7

NRMA Victor Harbor Beachfront Holiday Park
Serafino McLaren Vale

Serafino McLaren Vale

4 out of 5
39 Kangarilla Road, McLaren Vale, SA
The price is NT$3,273 per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
NT$3,273
NT$3,601 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star motel in Adelaide. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (691 reviews)
"Fantastic stay at serafino. Room was big and lovely. Will definitely be back"

Reviewed on 2025/7/28

Serafino McLaren Vale
Esplanade Hotel

Esplanade Hotel

3 out of 5
135 Esplanade, Brighton, SA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NT$1,699 per night from Aug 13 to Aug 14
NT$1,699
NT$1,868 total
Aug 13 - Aug 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Adelaide. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.2/10 Good! (286 reviews)
"Good value. Dated but clean and comfortable. Surprisingly quiet."

Reviewed on 2025/6/25

Esplanade Hotel
Nightcap at Hotel Victor

Nightcap at Hotel Victor

3.5 out of 5
1 Albert Place, Victor Harbor, SA
The price is NT$2,659 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
NT$2,659
NT$2,925 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Victor Harbor. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (728 reviews)
"All is very good here only complaint was a group of people outsside (l think near carpark talking very loud well after 11.30pm this is no blame on hotel"

Reviewed on 2025/8/3

Nightcap at Hotel Victor
St Francis Winery

St Francis Winery

3.5 out of 5
14 Bridge Street, Old Reynella, SA
The price is NT$2,091 per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
NT$2,091
NT$2,300 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Adelaide. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (995 reviews)
"The room was clean and tidy and the bed comfortable. The shower had good water pressure and it was a short walk to the dining room. Good food with quick service."

Reviewed on 2025/8/1

St Francis Winery
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