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Destinations > South Australia > Port Augusta
Port AugustaIf you're travelling west or north from Adelaide, you'll pass through Port Augusta. This industrial city lies at a crossroads between Adelaide, Alice Springs and Perth and is the last large town before the outback. Port Augusta doesn't have a lot to offer the traveller, apart from a convenient place to stock up on supplies before heading into the outback. The town doesn't have a very good reputation with Adelaide residents, however its attractions are surprisingly interesting and worth visiting if you have time to spare. In general the town's sights reflect Port Augusta's position as gateway to the outback and the Flinders Ranges. Practical InformationPort Augusta Tourist Information CentreWadlata Outback Centre, 41 Flinders Terrace, Port AugustaTel (08) 8641 0793 or 1800 633 060 Website www.flinders.outback.on.net Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat-Sun 10am-4pm AccommodationFlinders Hotel-Motel39 Commercial Road, Port Augusta SA 5700Tel (08) 8642 2544 
SightsArid Lands Botanic GardensThis unique park north of the town centre showcases a range of plant-life that thrives in desert conditions. The Arid Lands Botanic Gardens also includes a research centre and fascinating information centre. Stuart Highway, Port AugustaTel (08) 8641 1049 Website www.australian-aridlands-botanic-garden.org Admission free Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat-Sun 10am-4pm Homestead Park Pioneer MuseumThis old pioneer homestead has been restored and features period furnishings and loads of old farm machinery. Most travellers would probably give this a miss although there are enough old gadgets to keep enthusiasts busy for hours. Elsie Street, Port AugustaTel (08) 8642 2035 Admission $2.50 Open 9am-noon & 1pm-4pm daily School of the AirChildren living in remote outback areas learn through this correspondence school that is noted for running classes over the airwaves. 59 Power Crescent, Port AugustaTel (08) 8642 2077 Admission $2.50 Tours depart Mon-Fri 10am except school holidays Wadlata Outback CentreAn interesting attraction depicting Outback culture with displays on early exploration, geology and Aboriginal culture. 41 Flinders Terrace, Port AugustaTel (08) 8642 4511 Admission $8.95 Open Mon-Fri 9am-5.30pm, Sat-Sun 10am-4pm |
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