Robe Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Obelisk Robe
Robe
Obelisk Robe
Robe
Robe

Book a holiday 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 holiday. 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 Centre.

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 kilometres) south of Adelaide. Arrive by bus, coach or car and have fun in a holiday destination with great beaches, beautiful countryside and a fascinating past.

Lakeview Motel & Apartments
Lakeview Motel & Apartments
4 out of 5
2 Lakeside Terrace, Robe, SA
The price is £47 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
£47
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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! (544 reviews)
"Spacious and comfortable accommodation with delightful views."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Lakeview Motel & Apartments
Discovery Parks - Robe
Discovery Parks - Robe
4 out of 5
70 - 80 Esplanade, Robe, SA
The price is £35 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
£35
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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! (401 reviews)
"Easy late check in"

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

Discovery Parks - Robe
Harbour View Motel
Harbour View Motel
4 out of 5
2 Sturt Street, Robe, SA
The price is £51 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
£51
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star motel in Robe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Robe ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (426 reviews)
"A comfy sray, the room had everything needed and for an overnight stay, it was more than suitable. If i were the owner, i would dig up the concrete pavement in front of room 4 to enable another car parking spot...."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Harbour View 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.
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! (544 reviews)
"Spacious and comfortable accommodation with delightful views."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Lakeview Motel & Apartments
Sea Vu Caravan Park
Sea Vu Caravan Park
2 out of 5
1 Squire Drive, Robe, SA
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a garden. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular attractions Lannam Park and Lake Lannam are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (113 reviews)
"Great little budget cabin. Cooked dinner so had all we needed in the kitchen. Close to the beach."

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2025

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! (341 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 28 May 2025

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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Reviews of Robe

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Top destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Robe town centre offers a great selection of cafes, restaurants etc. The area around the town centre has a great walking/ cycling trail so it is easy to visit different beaches, lookouts etc. Tourist Office provided a helpful map.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

I absolutely loved the beach and the ocean.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

A nice place to stay. Enough food places to stay a few nights and have options for eating