Explore the Adelaide Hills
The Adelaide Hills are only a short 20 minute drive from Adelaide's
city centre. There are over 1000 kilometres of walking trails,
wineries, historic townships,
wildlife sanctuaries, restaurants and many inviting coffee shops
and traditional pubs. Pass apple orchards, sheep grazing, locals
playing Cricket, Aussie rules football
and more. The highest peak, Mt Lofty Summit, rises 2385 feet
and provides a glorious view of the city and the ocean. On a
clear day you can often
see as far as Yorke Peninsula on the other side of Gulf St Vincent.
Hahndorf is Australia's oldest German settlement. The main street
is lined with craft shops, private museums, galleries, quaint
coffee shops, delicatessens, German bakeries and a cellar door
for a local winery. Birdwood is home to Australia's largest
collection of vintage, veteran and classic cars and motorcycles. Aldgate
and Stirling are renowned for their glorious autumn season, when
the rolling green hills turn into various shades of red, orange
and
yellow.
Cleland Wildlife Park allows visitors to see many native animals,
such as kangaroos and koalas, which have plenty of room to
move in a free range setting. Warrawong Sanctuary is an area
that
has been returned to its natural environment to protect the
the original flora and fauna. Sunrise and Sunset tours highlight
Australia's many nocturnal animals.
There are approximately 54 wineries
dispersed across the region. The Adelaide Hills is renowned for
producing excellent white varieties and sparkling wines. Take your
time to explore this elegant countryside.
Activities:
- Wine Tasting
- Markets
- Antique Shopping
- Viewing Private & Public Gardens
- Dining
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Wildlife Sanctuaries
- Craft Stores
- Art & Craft Galleries
- Vintage Car Museum
Day Trips
We have put together some suggested day trip itineraries to help you
explore the Adelaide Hills region. Each trip includes a detailed
map and places of interest. These maps are also available from
our reception, please ask for a copy.
Day Trip 1 - Chocolate cow pats
to historic motors - the Adelaide Hills.
Day Trip 2 - Mr Percival to
whale watching - the Fleurieu Peninsula.
Day Trip 3 - Giant Rocking horses
to fast cars - the Barossa.
Day Trip 4 - White Rhinos and majestic
landscapes - the Murraylands.
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