Heritage

Heritage Trails

The City of Victor Harbor has a unique character, which is highly valued by many residents and visitors to the area. The area has been a popular seaside holiday destination for around 130 years. The many surviving historic buildings in the region make a substantial contribution to its character and to the appeal of the area for tourists and holidaymakers who contribute to the region’s economy.

Check out the Heritage Places Brochure or Discovery Trail Brochure to discover places of historical significance in Victor Harbor.

Physical brochures are also available at the City of Victor Harbor Civic Centre, Library and Visitor Information Centre.

Heritage Listed Properties

Council is committed to conserving the built heritage in Victor Harbor. Around 100 places have been included as Local Heritage Places in the Planning and Design Code.

Details of State and Local Heritage listed properties can be viewed using the South Australian Heritage Places Database.

Heritage Advisory Service

The City of Victor Harbor has a Heritage Advisory Service to assist in the management of heritage assets.  The Heritage Adviser can provide valuable advice and assistance in matters relating to heritage places. For more information regarding Council’s Heritage Advisory Service, click here.

Additional information regarding heritage listed properties can be viewed on the State Government website.

Survey of Heritage Places

Victor Harbor Heritage Survey Volume 1 - Survey Overview

Victor Harbor Heritage Survey Volume 2 - Built Heritage

Victor Harbor Inter-War Heritage Survey