Historic Davidson Whaling Station tour

When

2024 tour dates: Sunday 20 October. Tour time: 9am to 10.30am and 11am to 12.30pm

2025 tour dates: Thursday 2, Thursday 9, Thursday 16 January, and Tuesday 15 April. Tour time: 1.30pm to 3.30pm

Where

Davidson Whaling Station, Davidson Whaling Station Historic Site

Accessibility

No wheelchair access

Grade

Easy. Suitable for adults and children 6 years and over. There are a few steps down to the beach from the historic site.

Price

Adult $20 per person. Child $16 per person. Family (2 adults and 2 children) $60.

Entry fees

Price includes park entry fee

Meeting point

Davidson Whaling Station car park.

What to
bring

Drinking water, hat, sunscreen, suitable clothing

Bookings

Bookings required. Phone 1300 072 757 for more information or book online.

Availability

Group bookings available on request, Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays). Earliest start 10am, latest finish 3pm. Minimum $360 per group. For group bookings, email or phone 02 6495 5000.

Please note

Plan ahead and make a day of it. Our Green Cape Lighthouse tour and whale watching runs on the same days in the morning.

Explore the fascinating whaling history of the Eden area on a guided tour of Davidson Whaling Station Historic Site. Learn about the area’s legendary killer whales, ‘Old Tom’ and how local Aboriginal people and the Davidson family conducted whaling operations.

We’ll share a cup of tea and chat with stories and anecdotes of life at the station 200 years ago.

Enjoy a picnic or explore the Inlet or nearby Boyd’s Tower. You’ll gain an appreciation for the natural and historical aspects that make this a truly special place.

Please bring a water bottle and hat. It’s a good idea to wear sunscreen and bring a jumper in case of cool weather.

For directions, safety and practical information, see visitor info