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Take a short stroll or horse tram ride over the wooden causeway that connects the mainland at Victor Harbor to Granite Island Recreation Park. Enjoy the coastal scenery and discover the island's interesting history along the Kaiki Walk or go fishing from the jetty, or causeway (no fishing from breakwater). You may even spot a southern right whale between June and October.

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Restaurants

73 within 3 miles

Nino's

773

0.6 mi££ - £££ • Pizza • Vegetarian friendly • Vegan options

Brunch On Albert

276

0.6 mi££ - £££ • Quick Bites • Cafe • Australian

Belicious

183

0.7 mi££ - £££ • Belgian • Cafe • European

The Causeway Cafe

93

0.5 mi£ • Cafe • Australian • Vegetarian friendly

Loco Mexican

172

0.7 mi££ - £££ • Mexican • Vegetarian friendly • Vegan options

Anchorage

726

0.7 mi££ - £££ • Bar • Cafe • Pub

Seaside Fish and Chips Victor Harbor

0.6 mi££ - £££ • Bar • Pub • Australian

The Larder Kitchen

18

0.6 mi££ - £££ • Seafood • Australian

Hotel Victor

304

0.6 mi££ - £££ • Quick Bites • Bar • Pub

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Attractions

45 within 6 miles

Victor Harbor Horse Drawn Tram

506

0.5 miTrams

Victor Harbor Visitor Centre

190

0.6 miVisitor Centres

Kaiki Walk - Granite Island

53

0.5 miPoints of Interest & Landmarks • Lookouts

Penguin Centre

121

0.5 miNature & Wildlife Areas

Victor Harbor Discovery Trail

5

0.6 miPoints of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas

Victor Harbour Cenotaph

6

0.6 miMonuments & Statues

National Trust Museum

9

0.6 miHistory Museums

Urimbirra Wildlife Park

322

3 miZoos

Victor Harbor Country Market

7

0.6 miFlea & Street Markets

South Australian Police Department

2

0.6 miMonuments & Statues

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Sue T
Melbourne, Australia3,555 contributions
"Magnificent on a Sunny Day"
Walk over to Granite Island or pay a fee to ride the horse drawn tram. We opted to walk as it was a beautiful cool sunny day. Walk the loop around the island and take in the amazing views across Victor Harbour. A very easy walk but restricted if you have mobility issues. We loved it and snapped some beautiful photos.
Visited March 2024
Travelled as a couple
Written 2 April 2024
Thilina K
Colombo, Sri Lanka37 contributions
Beautiful Granite Island
"This is one of the main attractions in Victor Harbor. You can reach the island by horse tram or by walking (20-25 minutes). We chose to walk and highly recommend it for the scenic views and photo opportunities along the way. While you can explore the island, we didn't do that. There's a coffee shop open, so you can warm up with a nice cup of coffee." Popular fishing as well.
Visited June 2024
Travelled with family
Written 9 June 2024
Jenny N
Mooloolaba, Australia32 contributions
Granite Island, Victor Harbor South Australia
Beautiful place. Granite Island, Victor Harbour, South Australia. Well worth the visit. You can take the horse drawn tram over to the island from Victor Harbour for a charge or you can walk across the bridge. You can walk around the 2km track to see the beautiful granite rocks and amazing coast line.
Visited May 2024
Travelled solo
Written 15 June 2024
Michelle R
Engadine, Australia398 contributions
LOVELY VIEWS
What a great experience it was to catch the Horse Drawn Tram over to Granite Island. We had a lovely day weather wise and the views from tram were beautiful. Got over to the Island and had a coffee in the lovely cafe over there before we walked around the island. Lovey views from every angle on the island and it was a short easy walk around. Saw some dolphins while we were over there as well which was a bonus. Lovely way to spend the day.
Visited February 2024
Travelled as a couple
Written 3 July 2024

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Travelling Pixie

Adelaide, Australia1,001 contributions

Great walk

Jan 2020

Nice little island with a good walking trail. Only takes about 45 mins. Sculptures have now been added along the track which I really loved.
It can be a bit blowy so I would suggest keeping a good hold of young children especially along the back of the island where you are closer to the rocks and cliffs.

Written 12 January 2020

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erika p

Adelaide, Australia306 contributions

Superb natural beauty!

Feb 2020

The island itself is as always beautiful and accessible for most people. Good walking tracks, well signage posted, informative signs plus interesting sculptures along the paths around the island. A lovely, inviting cafe has emerged where a casual kiosk once was. However the other section of this building which once housed a popular restaurant is an untidy, neglected eyesore. There is also outdated signage at the beginning of the island showing a photo of the "missing" restaurant!! Such a wonderful tourist destination but facilities for tourists can still be vastly improved!

Written 9 February 2020

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Renee W

Adelaide, Australia52 contributions

Slightly disappointed

Jul 2020 • Family

My daughter and I visited in the holidays. I was a bit let down by the outdoor cafe.. the menu was small and expensive and it wasn’t indoor dining as I originally thought. The hike was ok but the hamburger sculpture was the best part. I expected a penguin centre where we would go in and learn about penguins, maybe buy a gift or two but there was nothing there at all unless you do the night tour. Didn’t spend much time here.

Written 18 July 2020

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Abbykat

Wollongong, Australia1,601 contributions

Well worth walking across

Mar 2021 • Couples

The day we went it was VERY windy. Took around 15 minutes against the wind to walk over the bridge but only 10 to get back. There's a lovely cafe but we had already eaten. I walked to the top on a boardwalk next to the cafe for great views but it was extremely windy.

Written 12 March 2021

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Jo-Anne M

Gawler, Australia83 contributions

Will be better next year

Oct 2021 • Couples

A bit disapointed as there was so much construction going on an no mention of it on any victor harbor websites that most things are closed down. Walked over to the "cafe" which we were told was open, got there an no way has that been opened lately. Was a bit of a hike just to find a closed shop. Gave it a 3 as the views are beautiful. Once all the work has been done and trucks and cranes are gone, may be nicer.

Written 10 October 2021

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sallybowl

Wallan, Australia178 contributions

WOW What a view

Apr 2023 • Family

Family of 3 (including 10yo), horse wasn’t operating and we walked over the bridge. The day was forecasted to be a windy one and she didn’t disappoint but didn’t find it an issue.
We were lucky enough to spot a school of dolphins right near the pier at cafe feeding on a school of fish
Stopped for coffee and snack at cafe to then venture walking over the island. The views up top are stunning 360, stairs take to up and down with handrails in case anyone needs assistance. Once at the top you take can your time and not strenuous
Perfect photo opportunities
I did find it weird with trees in middle of car park roadway

Written 13 April 2023

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CrosLock

13 contributions

Lovely place to go and explore

Oct 2020

Was nice to have a walk around and see the two extremes of the island. The artwork dotted along the paths was a nice touch and bit of interest. Kids were hoping to see penguins but alas none to be found (more of an evening/night time thing)

Written 25 October 2020

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Amanda

Port Pirie, Australia15 contributions

Granite Island

Nov 2021 • Family

Great views but a very steep walk, especially for young kids. It’s a shame the island cafe is shut (not sure for how long) and apparently not many(if any) penguins left on the island. The only wildlife we saw was a sleepy lizard. The horse drawn tram is also not currently running due to renovations so we had to walk across the bridge to access the island.

Written 19 November 2021

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Liisa and Dave B

Adelaide, Australia4,147 contributions

Iconic tourist spot in S.A

Mar 2022 • Couples

I’ve been to Granite Island more times than I can count but it never grows old. It’s often windy. The walk around the island is a decent workout. Beautiful views to be seen all around. It’s a nice walk getting over from Victor harbour or there’s the option of sitting on the horse drawn cart which is $15 per person one way. Haven’t spotted a penguin here in many years. Used to see them a lot around 30 years ago.

Written 26 March 2022

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Tony W

Sydney, Australia4,598 contributions

A great way to spend a day

Sept 2022

This island in Victor Harbour is a great way to spend a few hours. Either walk or take the horse drawn tram across the bridge to enjoy an area that has great views, plenty of areas to sit and relax, have a picnic lunch or just grab something at the cafe. You can walk around the island on enjoy views across the water or the harbour. Certainly somewhere to visit when in Victor Harbour.

Written 22 November 2022

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