South Australia Road Trips

1 Willunga Farmers Market Saturday’s mornings in McLaren Vale are worth an early wake up call. Browse and buy delicious, fresh, local and seasonal produce in the Willunga Town Square. With over 80 vendors, this farmer’s market is open every Saturday from 8am-12.30pm. 2 Hither & Yon Located in the heart of Willunga’s main street, Hither & Yon’s cellar door sits inside an 1860’s butcher shop that still retains some of the old features. This family run label celebrates the rolling and easy-going nature of McLaren Vale so sit back, relax and enjoy a glass or two after grazing at the Willunga Farmers Market. 3 Wirra Wirra Vineyards Go behind the scenes with a tour of the winery and its historic ironstone cellars before hitting the cellar door for a sip of the goods. Hungry? Pop next door to Harry’s Deli for a bite of regional produce. 4 Red Poles Café & Restaurant Offering the perfect mix of food, wine, Aboriginal art and ale, this exciting space is situated in the middle of a vineyard and surrounded by lush gardens and natural bushland. 5 Chalk Hill ChalkHill - a must visit McLaren Vale hub showcasing Never Never Distilling Co., Chalk Hill Wines and Cucina di Strada (by Pizzateca - pizza that will make you weak at the knees) with arguably the best views in the wine region. 6 d’Arenberg d’Arenberg’s Cube offers an incredible and unique multisensory journey inside the Rubik’s cube-shaped five-storey building that will leave a lasting impression. Soak up the d’Arenberg Cube experience over the seasonal menu at d’Arry’s Verandah Restaurant, soak up the atmosphere in the 360degree video room or get creative and blend your own wine in an extraordinary experience. 7 Longview Vineyard Experience why these Adelaide Hills award-winning cool-climate wines tastes even better alongside a seasonal, locally-sourced tapas menu. While you’re here, why not stay the night? You can fall asleep below the brightest stars and wake up surrounded by the most spectacular country landscapes. 8 Hahndorf Village Precinct Hahndorfsa .org.au Start at Prancing Pony to sample some fine brews, just a short drive away is Beerenberg Strawberry Farm, the place to stock up on jams, marinades and preserves and pick fresh strawberries from November to April. Hahndorf Main Street boasts producers, cellar doors, cafes and restaurants, some with a nod to German heritage and others representing local and international fare. Learn to make cheese at Udder Delights, blend your own botanicals at Ambleside Distillers or for a truly premium experience, spend the day under the trees on a VIP Day Bed at Sidewood Cellar Door and Restaurant. 9 Lot.100 Located in Hay Valley in the Adelaide Hills LOT.100 has been put together by a collaborative effort of The Hills Cider Company, Ashton Valley Fresh, Mismatch Brewing Co, Adelaide Hills Distillery & Vinteloper. Together they cover the best of South Australian craft beverages and paired with incredible lunch options, this expansive property has something for everyone. 10 Woodside Cheese Wrights Woodside is true to the word ‘artisan’, where all the cheeses are crafted by hand. Drop by to appreciate the taste and art of handcrafted cheese or visit Melba Chocolates, just next door. 11 Uraidla visitadelaidehills.com.au Uraidla is a perfect spot for a casual meal no matter the weather. In the Hills township you’ll find an 18th- century heritage church artistically baptised into a pizza venue, creatively named Lost in a Forest. Across the road is a quirky and cosy brewery/pub/café and a bakery which is full of charm, food options worth travelling for every day of the week and plenty of garden space for the kids to run around in. 12 Penfolds Magill Estate The brand that put Australian wine on the map. Stunning views, the iconic Bin range and restaurants offering the most exquisite contemporary fare and exemplary service makes Magill Estate a must. The café attached also allows for a more cost-effective daytime culinary experience. 13 National Wine Centre of Australia When’s the last time you had over 120 wines available at the click of a button in the Adelaide CBD (or anywhere for that matter)? Educate yourself on the process, history and ethos of winemaking in Australia —and then why not spend a while sampling the results? 14 Applewood Distillery & Unico Zelo Experience craft gin, liquors and spirits featuring local botanicals and fruit. Prefer wine? Sip your way through a flight of curious wines that uniquely represent Australian wine at Unico Zelo. 15 Maggie Beer’s Farm Shop A sampler’s delight! Pâté, chutney, verjuice and salted caramel, to name just a few. You can enjoy a cappuccino or some informal lunch out on the deck overlooking the local pond. If you’re looking for a more substantial meal, head over to the adjoining Farm Eatery, where you can learn the tricks of the trade through a cooking class, gin-making experience or an impressive country-style long lunch. 16 Seppeltsfield Taste Tawny from your Birth Year or the legendary 100-year old fortified. Be sure to also visit the JamFactory gallery and working studios, and dine at Fino restaurant. Are you a fan of Aussie natural skincare products? Do your body a favour and stop into Vasse Virgin or take part in their delightful workshops before you leave. 17 Hentley Farm Globally acclaimed for its excellence in culinary service, Hentley Farm is a single estate boutique winery nestled amongst rolling hills in the west of the Barossa Valley, producing exceptional wines and memorable experiences. In keeping with the local theme, it’s always a plus to be eating out of an 1880’s stable converted into a contemporary modern restaurant! 18 Greenock barossa.com Barossa’s best kept secret! This townshipmay be small but it packs a lot of charmwith food and drink options within walking distance from each other. You’ll find GreenockBrewers a boutique beer brewery, El Estanco will provide the best pastry’s in the area and the Murray Street Vineyards and Kalleske Wines both have a cellar door on site. 19 Watervale Hotel Set against the backdrop of the stunning hills of Watervale browse the extensive wine list which highlights the variety of grape grown and produced through the Clare Valley region and the Tasting Plate menu encompasses sharing style of street food, using local, fresh and seasonal produce with an added flair. 20 Sevenhill Cellars & St Aloysius Church Take a guided walking tour of this very spiritual site in the heart of Clare Valley. The first winery of the region and established by the Society of Jesuits in 1851, it’s certainly worth the visit. Enjoy the underground cellar, wine museum, Roman Catholic Church and the best sacramental wine on the market. The Riesling Trail also travels through the vineyards of this historic site and is a great way to experience this region. 21 Pikes Wines Fewwines are as synonymous with AustralianRiesling as Pikes. But did you know the Pikes brand is also responsible for one of South Australia’s oldest craft breweries. Taste it all, and more, at the recently established SLATE Restaurant onsite. Great Australian Winery Experience All four wine regions covered in this map are included in the Ultimate Winery Experiences of Australia. A hand-selected collection of premium wineries offering quality wine, hospitality and culinary experiences. Wi-Fi hotspots have been provided to keep you connected throughout your journey. All locations have been marked on the front side of this map.