Old Chart Room: Goolwa's Maritime Echo
Explore Goolwa's maritime history at the Old Chart Room, a beautifully restored gallery showcasing local art with stunning river views.
The Old Chart Room in Goolwa, South Australia, is a restored 1853 building that once served Curson & Hooker's Iron Works as a storage for charts and plans. Today, it operates as a gallery for the Goolwa Visual Arts Group, showcasing local art with views of the River Murray and Hindmarsh Island Bridge.
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- 1 Curson Pl, Goolwa, South Australia, 5214, AU
Local tips
- Check the Goolwa Visual Arts Group's website or local listings for current exhibition schedules and artist features.
- Combine your visit with a stroll along the Goolwa Wharf Precinct to explore other historical sites and enjoy the riverfront.
- Visit the Signal Point Experience Centre to learn more about the history and culture of the Goolwa region.
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Getting There
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Walking
The Old Chart Room is located at 1 Curson Place, within the Goolwa Wharf Precinct. From the Goolwa Visitor Information Centre on Goolwa Terrace, walk towards the riverfront. Turn onto Cutting Road, then left onto Curson Place. The Old Chart Room will be on your right. The walk is approximately 5 minutes. No costs are associated with walking.
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Public Transport
The LinkSA bus service connects Goolwa with Adelaide and other Fleurieu Peninsula towns. From the Goolwa Hutchinson Street bus stop, walk towards the riverfront on Goolwa Terrace. Turn onto Cutting Road, then left onto Curson Place. The Old Chart Room will be on your right. A short trip on public transport within Goolwa costs approximately $3 - $5.
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Driving
From Adelaide, follow the B37 to Goolwa. As you enter Goolwa, turn right onto Goolwa Road, then left onto Curson Place. The Old Chart Room is located at 1 Curson Place. Parking is available near the Goolwa Wharf, a short walk from the Old Chart Room. Parking fees vary, with hourly rates around $2 - $4 and daily rates up to $10.
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