McLaren Vale

Adelaide

McLaren Vale featuring farmland
d\'Arenberg Wines which includes farmland and modern architecture
McLaren Vale
Coriole Vineyards showing a garden and flowers
d\'Arenberg Wines

Enjoy watersports, visit historical buildings, explore a shipwreck and go on wine-tasting tours in one of South Australia's oldest wine regions.

For nearly 200 years, the landscape and soils of McLaren Vale have been producing wines, among them shiraz, tempranillo and cabernet. With more than 100 vineyards, there is no shortage of places to stop and sample local varieties. But the region also has a lot more going on beyond its wine production. Hike through the picturesque countryside, visit historic towns and relax on a beach.

Find superb wines across the region by going on organized or self-guided wine tours. One way to reach some of the wineries is to walk or cycle the 5-mile (8-kilometer) Shiraz Trail. The route follows an old railway line through the scenic surroundings, passing wineries and olive groves.

Combine your wine tastings with exploration of other McLaren Vale attractions. Experience even more of the beautiful scenery by walking or cycling along the many dedicated paths. Go bushwalking in the Onkaparinga River National Park and kayak on the Onkaparinga River, the second longest in the state.

Sample cheeses, chutneys and other local produce at the Willunga Farmers Market, held every Saturday morning in Willunga's town square. Among the town’s other sites of interest are the 19th-century old courthouse and police station and the old post office and telegraph station. Visit additional old buildings in the historic towns of Clarendon and Old Reynella.

Spend some time in the town of McLaren Vale, browsing boutiques and art galleries and dining in its restaurants.

Relax on one of the beaches along the region's extensive coastline. Dive the wreck of the Star of Greece at Aldinga Beach, surf and swim at Moana Beach and snorkel and scuba dive the reef at Port Noarlunga.

The easiest way to get around to McLaren Vale's wineries, beaches and historic towns is in a rental car. Get to the region in about 45 minutes by car from Adelaide, a journey of about 25 miles (40 kilometers). There are also bus services between the city and some of the region’s towns.


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Hotel Grand Chancellor Adelaide

Hotel Grand Chancellor Adelaide

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Stamford Plaza Adelaide

5 out of 5
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Holiday Inn Express Adelaide City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Adelaide City Centre by IHG

4 out of 5
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Mayfair Hotel

Mayfair Hotel

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Adelaide Riviera Hotel

Adelaide Riviera Hotel

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Hilton Adelaide

Hilton Adelaide

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Port Willunga Beach featuring general coastal views, a sandy beach and rugged coastline

Port Willunga

While Port Willunga might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Port Willunga Beach and Aldinga Scrub Conservation Park.

Port Willunga
Aldinga Beach

Aldinga Beach

Travelers like the beaches in Aldinga Beach, and Aldinga Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Aldinga Beach
Glenelg showing a park and heritage architecture

Glenelg

Glenelg is highly notable for its stunning beaches, and you might want to visit top sights like Jetty Road and Moseley Square. See more of Adelaide by jumping on the metro at Jetty Road (Stop 16) Tram Stop or Moseley Square (Stop 17) Tram Stop.

Glenelg
Stirling

Stirling

You'll enjoy the restaurants and gardens in Stirling. You might want to make time for a stop at Stirling Markets or Service Woman's War Memorial Reserve.

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Adelaide Airport

Travelers like the golf courses in Adelaide Airport, and Harbour Town Adelaide is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Adelaide Airport
The view from Mt Lofty, across our home town, Adelaide.

Cleland

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Cleland

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