Port Pirie

Travel Guide

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Look beyond Port Pirie’s oil tanks and smelter, and discover a regional gem on the eastern shores of the Spencer Gulf.

On first impressions, Port Pirie may look like a rural hub with little behind its industrial exterior. Look again as Port Pirie has a cosy downtown district peppered with some truly captivating buildings. Take photos of the town’s grand old 19th-century façades or go deeper still to find history museums, arts venues and folk treasures. Country music is king in this port town, so join in at the annual hootenanny and see local and interstate acts.

Where to stay in Port Pirie

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Port Pirie South

While Port Pirie South may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Port Pirie Memorial Oval and Northern Festival Centre.

Port Pirie South
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Solomontown

Waterfront views and restaurants are notable features of Solomontown. You might consider stopping by Solomontown Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Solomontown
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Risdon Park

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Risdon Park and surrounding area, you can visit Port Pirie Memorial Oval and Northern Festival Centre.

Risdon Park
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Port Pirie West

Port Pirie West might not have many top sights, but Northern Festival Centre and Port Pirie Memorial Oval are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Port Pirie West
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Risdon Park South

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Risdon Park South and surrounding area, you can visit Port Pirie Memorial Oval and Northern Festival Centre.

Risdon Park South
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Bungama

When in Bungama, you can plan a visit to Ellen Street and Port Pirie National Trust Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Bungama
Breakfree Port Pirie

Breakfree Port Pirie

3.5 out of 5
166-172 Warnertown Road Solomontown SA
The price is S$111 per night from 17 Jan to 18 Jan
S$111
17 Jan - 18 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Port Pirie. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (569 reviews)
Tv remote didn’t work Fan only works on low Shower leaking where the shower head meets the wall, water runs down the wall, around the outside of the bath and then floods the bathroom

Reviewed on 15 Dec, 2025

Breakfree Port Pirie
Ellen Hotel

Ellen Hotel

3.5 out of 5
99 Ellen Street Port Pirie SA
The price is S$185 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
S$185
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Port Pirie. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (145 reviews)
Beautiful little gem in Port Pirie. Totally recommend if your passing through and looking for a place to relax and recharge.

Reviewed on 30 Dec, 2025

Ellen Hotel
Comfort Inn Flinders on Main

Comfort Inn Flinders on Main

3 out of 5
151 Warnertown Rd Solomontown SA
The price is S$118 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
S$118
3 Feb - 4 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Port Pirie. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Solomontown Beach and Port Pirie Regional Art Gallery ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (131 reviews)
Pretty good overall. Just room could do with more lighting, and despite staying 3 nights and leaving door tag out our room was not made up. Also they provide tea towel and dishwashing detergent but no sponge and the sink in the bathroom did not seal so challenging to wash dishes.

Reviewed on 6 Jan, 2026

Comfort Inn Flinders on Main
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Echo Holiday Parks - Port Pirie

Echo Holiday Parks - Port Pirie

2 out of 5
1 Three Chain Rd Solomontown SA
Stay at this cottage in Port Pirie. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities and housekeeping. Popular attractions Solomontown Beach and Port Pirie Regional Art ...
6.6/10 (3 reviews)
A great stay

Reviewed on 10 May, 2025

Echo Holiday Parks - Port Pirie
Stone Hut Cottage

Stone Hut Cottage

3 out of 5
1 Main North Road Stone Hut SA
Stay at this cottage in Stone Hut. Enjoy free parking, a garden and a gift shop. Popular attractions King Tree Forest Reserve and Spaniards Gully Conservation ...
9/10 Wonderful! (190 reviews)
Very clean and well equipped cabin. Host very responsive. Great accommodation and a great price. Would highly recommend to others.

Reviewed on 29 Nov, 2025

Stone Hut Cottage
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Port Pirie Memorial Oval

Catch an event at Port Pirie Memorial Oval during your trip to Port Pirie. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Port Pirie Memorial Oval

Port Pirie National Trust Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Port Pirie National Trust Museum in Port Pirie. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Port Pirie National Trust Museum

Northern Festival Centre

You can make plans for a show at Northern Festival Centre during your stay in Port Pirie. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Northern Festival Centre

Ellen Street

Learn about the local history of Port Pirie when you take a trip to Ellen Street. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Ellen Street

Phoenix Park

Explore the great outdoors at Phoenix Park, a lovely green space in Port Pirie. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Phoenix Park

Port Pirie Regional Art Gallery

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Port Pirie Regional Art Gallery during your trip to Port Pirie. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Port Pirie Regional Art Gallery