If you’re taking the coastal route between Melbourne and Sydney, Eden is the first town on the New South Wales coast after crossing the Victorian border. It is a quiet holiday resort with several attractions including the Killer Whale Museum, although it is less touristy than places further up the coast.
Princes Highway, Eden
Tel (02) 6496 1953
Website www.sapphirecoast.com.au
Open 9am-5pm daily
CountryLink buses go to Canberra and Premier Motor Services buses go to Melbourne and Sydney. Buses stop at the Caltex service station on the Princes Highway.
Deanes Buslines run buses to nearby Pambula, Merimbula and Bega.
Deanes Buslines run local bus services in Eden with buses going as far north as Pambula, Merimbula and Bega. Most bus fares within Eden cost between $1.80 and $3.40.
Eden’s top attraction, the Killer Whale Museum has interesting exhibits on Killer Whales and the history of the region’s whaling industry.
94 Imlay Street, Eden
Tel (02) 6496 2094
Website www.killerwhalemuseum.com.au
Admission $750
Open Mon-Sat 9.15am-3.45pm, Sun 11.15am-3.45pm