All the reasons – aside from wine, of course – why the Adelaide Hills should be at the top of your list.
Where there’s wine, there’s almost always an abundance of natural beauty, so it shouldn’t come as a surprise that there are plenty of outdoor options for those seeking an unforgettable view, or an element of adventure, when visiting the Adelaide Hills. Morialta Falls is one of the most popular spots in the region. A beautiful waterfall that’s at its best in winter and spring, it can be found in the Morialta Conservation Park and reached via a short, scenic walk.
There are longer walks too, though you may prefer something a little more low-key like the beautiful Mount Lofty Botanic Gardens. And if you’ve got the kids in tow? A visit to Beerenberg Farm will see the whole family heading out to pick strawberries together – and yes, a bunch of mates counts as a family.
There’s no doubt that wine is the drink of choice in the Adelaide Hills, and with so many styles of wine being done so well, why wouldn’t it be? But after a day of wine tasting, there’s nothing quite like a quality craft beer, gin or whisky to break things up and cleanse the palate, and fortunately the Hills is home to plenty of options.
Craft beer, cider and spirit lovers should definitely lock in a visit to Lot 100, which is home to five producers including 78 Degrees Distillery, Mismatch Brewing and The Hills Cider Co. You can also drop by Prancing Pony Brewery, conveniently located between Hahndorf and Mount Barker, or head further north to the sustainability-focused Applewood Distillery. They use native ingredients, offset their carbon footprint and donate a percentage of turnover to community causes, meaning you can enjoy a guilt-free G&T knowing you’re giving a little something back to the locals, and isn’t that what travelling is all about?
