Davidson Whaling Station

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Davidson Whaling Station walk in Davidson Whaling Station Historic Site. Photo: John Yurasek ©
Historic remnants, Davidson Whaling Station Historic Site. Photo: John Yurasek © OEH
Davidson Whaling Station buildings. Photo: John Yurasek © OEH
Historic buildings at Davidson Whaling Station. Photo: John Yurasek © OEH
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Davidson Whaling Station Historic Site

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About

Discover a lifestyle from the past at Davidson Whaling Station historic site, located at Kiah Inlet on the shores of Twofold Bay, just a short drive from Beowa National Park.

Plan a trip in the summer or easter holidays or during the Eden Whale Festival and take a guided tour to see the fascinating 1890s weatherboard homestead. See where the Davidson family took to the seas, assisted by a pack of killer whales. The skeleton of the pack's leader, Old Tom', is today displayed at the Eden Killer Whale Museum.

Check out the historic try-works, where blubber was processed, and learn all about the whaling operation. Walk a few steps to the beach to enjoy a picnic, swim, or just feel the sand between your toes.

Know before you go

447 Boyd Road, Edrom, NSW, 2550 - in in , · Davidson Whaling Station Historic Site · South Coast

Take a guided tour at historic Davidson Whaling Station – discover how killer whales helped the Davidson family. And when you're done, finish the day with a picnic at the nearby beach.

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Park entry

It's free to visit Davidson Whaling Station Historic Site. Park entry fees apply in nearby Beowa National Park.

Where you'll be

447 Boyd Road

Edrom NSW 2551