Robe Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Obelisk Robe
Book a vacation to a town on Australia's Limestone Coast that excites with its beaches, history and proximity to wine regions and fossil-filled underground caves.

With its seaside location, well-preserved historical buildings and the gorgeous South Australian countryside on its doorstep, Robe makes a fantastic location for a vacation. Lie on a beach, explore the ruins of an old jail and see ancient fossils in an underground cave.

Learn more about the history that shaped the town by visiting its heritage sites. Tour the 1863 customs house, now a maritime museum. See exhibits on shipwrecks and the thousands of Chinese immigrants who came here during the middle of the 19th century. Stop by the ruins of the 19th-century jail, which last housed prisoners in 1881. Study a visual history of the town at the Historical Interpretation Center.

As you make your way through the streets, shop for antiques, clothes and artworks and enjoy local hospitality in the cafés and restaurants.

Being a seaside destination, the coast is a big attraction. Surf, swim, fish and relax at the beaches around Robe, including Long Beach, where you can drive your car onto the sand.

Venture into the area surrounding the town for more attractions and activities. Exercise your leg muscles with hikes along walking trails that hug the coastline. Make your way up to Robe's southern headland to see the obelisk, which dates back to 1852 and historically helped guide ships navigating the entrance to Guichen Bay.

Go waterskiing on Lake Fellmongery and explore the caves of Naracoorte Caves National Park, about a 1-hour drive northeast of Robe. These underground grottoes have yielded tons of fossils of ancient animals. See some of their skeletons on guided tours.

Seek some refreshments in the Robe Wine Region, which encompasses several vineyards and is located on the eastern side of town. Also nearby is the Mount Benson Wine Region.

Robe is about 210 miles (335 kilometers) south of Adelaide. Arrive by bus, coach or car and have fun in a vacation destination with great beaches, beautiful countryside and a fascinating past.

Robetown Motor Inn & Apartments
Robetown Motor Inn & Apartments
3.5 out of 5
14 Main Road, Robe, SA
The price is ฿2,559 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
฿2,559
฿2,844 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Robe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (663 reviews)
Has everything you need
"Great price, great shower, very comfortable bed and the best towels we’ve had."

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2024

Robetown Motor Inn & Apartments
Lakeview Motel & Apartments
Lakeview Motel & Apartments
4 out of 5
2 Lakeside Terrace, Robe, SA
The price is ฿5,246 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
฿5,246
฿5,770 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Robe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and on-site spa services. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (496 reviews)
"Good location very neat and tidy"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2024

Lakeview Motel & Apartments
Discovery Parks - Robe
Discovery Parks - Robe
4 out of 5
70 - 80 Esplanade, Robe, SA
The price is ฿2,183 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
฿2,183
฿2,183 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Stay at this 4-star beach holiday park in Robe. Enjoy free parking, a garden and a snack bar/deli. Popular attractions Lake Nunan and Lake Fellmongery are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (382 reviews)
"First time staying in a park, my wife and I didn't know what to expect, but was happy with the outcome."

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2024

Discovery Parks - Robe
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lakeview Motel & Apartments
Lakeview Motel & Apartments
4 out of 5
2 Lakeside Terrace, Robe, SA
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Robe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and on-site spa services. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (496 reviews)
"Good location very neat and tidy"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2024

Lakeview Motel & Apartments
Sea Vu Caravan Park
Sea Vu Caravan Park
2 out of 5
1 Squire Drive, Robe, SA
Stay at this beach mobile home in Robe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a garden. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (93 reviews)
"We stayed in a seaview cabin. Whilst we had wonderful sea views we were extremely disappointed to find caravans and campers right beneath our window."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2024

Sea Vu Caravan Park
Robe Central Motel
Robe Central Motel
3.5 out of 5
20 Smillie Street, Robe, SA
Stay at this business-friendly holiday home in Robe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (318 reviews)
"Loved the spaciousness of Room 16 and the BATH to relax in."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2024

Robe Central Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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