If you haven’t done South Australia’s iconic Barossa Valley, now is the time. If you want to go for Easter 2021 it’s time to make your bookings. Add on a couple of extra days so you can have at least a day in Adelaide.
Fly into Adelaide – the Campervan and Motorhome suppliers are close to the airport and of course, you can take a hire car directly from the airport. An easy 1-hour drive on the M2/A20 (77kms) will take you straight to the heart of the Barossa Valley.
The Barossa is all about eating and drinking. It’s popular year-round so on a long weekend it’s really important to plan and book your restaurants, don’t miss out on some of Australia’s best dining experiences. Check out special events over Easter, so you can work them into your plans. Also, during these COVID times, you may have to book your cellar door visits, there are plenty of links provided below. Here are a few recommendations from us to make your planning a little easier.
The towns of the Barossa Valley
The two biggest and most central are Tanunda and Nuriootpa. The other main towns are Angaston, Lyndoch and Greenock.
Tanunda – credit: Dragan Radocaj
Most central accommodation
Motorhome Big4 Barossa Tourist Park in Nuriootpa.
Car – Barossa Weintal Hotel – Tanunda
Vine Inn – Nuriootpa
Top Cellar Doors
St Hallett – Est. 1944 one of Australia’s most well-known brands
Lindsay Wine Estate – Great wine and music, walking distance from Tanunda town. Look out for special events here. Lindsay host fun events with good food on their front lawn for long weekends. They even have a cricket pitch. – photo credit: Tourism SA
Penfolds – since 1844 Australia’s most famous name in wine.
Henschke Hill of Grace – 2021 Halliday’s Winery of the year. That should be enough of an endorsement. Photo credit – Header – Henschke & Co.
Best Wineries for a Loooong Lunch
Seppeltsfield – tours, tastings and the fabulous restaurant Fino. So special. photo credit: Josie Withers
St Hugo – expansive views that are perfect for a long lunch.
photo credit: Barossa GWA
Somewhere a little bit different
Tomfoolery Wines – Small family vineyard specializing in handmade premium wines.
First Drop Wines – Home of the Brave – You don’t have to be too brave to try this quirky cellar door and tapas bar.
david Franz – Cheese, homemade bread, pizza, wine and a view, what more could you want?
photo credit: Tourism SA
God’s Hill Wines – Hidden gem – say no more!
A Special Dinner
photo credit: Barossa GWA
FermentAsian – in Tanunda. Southeast Asian cuisine with the best of local produce. This is a real treat and it’s no secret so pre-book as far ahead as possible.
photo credit: J.Montesi
The Farm Eatery – Maggie Beer’s Tanunda. – Only open for lunch, but of course it’s a must-visit. Maggie’s Daughter Ellie runs the restaurant and you can visit Maggie’s farm shop while you’re here. Delicious.
Bike Hire
There are lots of bike tracks around the Barossa, not only is it a great way to see the countryside, you may need to burn off a few calories.
Tanunda – Barossa Cycle Hub (at the visitors centre)
Nuriootpa – Barossa Bike Hire
photo credit: Barossa GWA
Don’t forget to pay your respects to the traditional custodians of the Barossa area, the Nagadjuri, Peramangk and the Kaurna people, elders past, present and future.
