Adelaide the capital city of South Australia is a lovely holiday destination where you will find many attractions and destinations just driving distance from the capital city. Beautiful beaches with seaside resorts, vineyards and wineries renowned for producing world famous wines, scenic drives which take you through quaint townships as well as wild life parks are all for you to explore when holidaying in Adelaide. Those who are looking for accommodation in Adelaide CBD can easily book one of the holiday accommodation in Adelaide and plan the day trips and tours out of Adelaide.
The attractions and destinations you can explore are many but we have listed below a chosen selection for your enjoyment.
- Barossa Valley wine region, just 50km north east of Adelaide. The region is famous for more than forty wineries, cafes, restaurants and many historic buildings and galleries for tourists to enjoy. Many cellar doors will offer you tasting facilities. If you are planning to taste wines it is always advisable to spend a night or two in one of the Barossa Valley accommodation in the area. Barossa is famous for the Barossa Valley Vintage Festival which commences on Easter Monday of each odd numbered year. There is also the Barossa Classic Gourmet Weekend in August where visitors are fortunate to taste fine wines and gourmet food. If you are a music lover you must visit the Barossa Valley Music Festival held in October.
- Adelaide Hills about half hour drive from capital Adelaide takes you on a scenic journey though mountains, gardens, vineyards and historic farm buildings nestled in valleys along the way. Visitors to Adelaide should not miss the beautiful Adelaide Hills.
- Yet another famous wine region Clare Valley is about 135km from Adelaide. Clare Valley is world famous for fabulous Riesling and some of the best table wines. When driving from Adelaide you will drive through Kapunda known to be Australia’s first mining town. The drive is scenic and enjoyable and takes you through one of Australia’s richest pastoral country sides. If planning to taste some wine and wish to stay the night? Clare Valley accommodation is available for your short term rental.
- Wine lovers you have more to enjoy. Circa 40km from Adelaide is the famous McLaren wine region the home to more than 50 wineries. Most offer wine tasting and cellar doors are open for you to collect a few bottles of your favourite wines. From McLaren you could visit the nearby beaches such as Moana, Port Noarlunga and Christies. If planning to holiday a couple of nights, McLaren Vale holiday accommodation available for your holiday.
- You must visit Fleurieu Peninsula which is about 112km from Adelaide. The scenery is amazing and varies from spectacular cliff tops to sheltered wide beaches and coves. When you are here, make a trip to Cape Jervis at the northern tip of the peninsula to enjoy a clear view of Kangaroo Island. Maslin Beach known to be the first nude bathing beach of Australia is in Fleurieu Peninsula. Most visitors love to explore the area by staying in the area. Fleurieu Peninsula accommodation including Fleurieu Peninsula bed and breakfast accommodation are available for you to have a pleasant and enjoyable holiday.
- 43km from Adelaide is the home of the National Motor Museum with a collection of 300 vintage cars, classic motor cars and motor cycles. The area is a lovely place for a picnic or for a family day out. Close to the Motor Museum is the Toy Factory where you will get the chance to climb the world’s largest wooden rocking horse.
More holiday accommodation such as Tanunda accommodation and Barossa Valley Caravan Parks can be found by following the links.
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