Ceduna: Come for History and Great Oysters
More than 483 miles from Adelaide, in South Australia is the charming town of Ceduna, Australia. Sitting on the shores of Murat Bay, it is easily accessible from the Eyre and Flinders Highway. The name Ceduna is from the Aboriginal word which means, ‘a place to sit down and rest’. It played an important part in Australia’s early history, as it was a noted railway hub and fishing port. As of the 2016 count, there are a total of 2,157 people living in the area. Aside from the national highways, you can also easily get to Ceduna via the Ceduna Airport. Which is less than 3 miles from the town center.
Best Time to Visit
If you want to visit Ceduna when the weather is warmest, you in the months of December, January, and February. The Spring and Fall months are also an ideal time to visit as they are cooler and have smaller tourist crowds. Go during the Labor Day Weekend to experience the local Oyster Fest. It is a food and wine festival, featuring the bountiful local seafood harvest. Get the best Ceduna hotel deals and book your stay early.
What to Do & Area Attractions
There are a number of great restaurants along the coast. Dine in any of the local seafood shops when you can. If you are a golf lover, you should also check out Ceduna Golf Course. Play a round or two on the green with your friends and make it a relaxing afternoon. Some of the best hotels you can stay in while in Ceduna include the Ceduna Foreshore Hotel Motel. You can also book rooms at the gorgeous Ceduna Shelly Beach Caravan Park.