Food, Wine & Nightlife in South Australia

Visit McClaren Vale for a day of fine wine and food with a small-group tour from Adelaide. Located just 45 minutes south of Adelaide after a stunning drive along the Fleurieu Peninsula, McClaren Vale offers a refreshing change from the city. Enjoy wine tasting at five renowned wineries and a leisurely lunch at a winery restaurant. Throughout the day, your knowledgeable guide shares details about the wine making process and highlights of the region with your small group, which is limited to 10 people for a more intimate experience.

Discover the fine art of winemaking with a 1-hour workshop at the legendary Penfolds winery in the heart of the Barossa Valley. Discover the winemaking process from harvesting the grapes to bottling and aging the wines, as you follow your expert guide around the winery. Then, put your newfound knowledge to the test as you craft your own wine blend and leave with a bottle of your very own personal wine. 

There are several first-rate wine growing regions near Adelaide - Barossa and Grace valleys and McLaren Vale come to mind - but none are as close to the city as the Adelaide Hills. This winery tour of the historic Magill Estate, located in the hills minutes from central Adelaide, is ideal for travelers who don't want to spend time traveling to wineries farther away.

Discover Australia's legendary McLaren Vale wine region with a tour and tasting at the Wirra Wirra Vineyard. Go behind the scenes on a tour of the winery, vineyards and wine cellars; ring the famous Angelus Bell; then enjoy an expert-led wine tasting. Sample classic McLaren varieties including Cabernet, Grenache and Shiraz, paired with a delicious antipasto platter.

Explore the Magill Estate, the birthplace of Australian wine producer Penfolds, on this guided tour. At the property, which is nestled in the foothills of Adelaide, take in views of the vineyards and immerse yourself in the world of Australian wines. You'll visit the on-site Grange Cottage and the vintage cellar, and enjoy a wine tasting followed by a 3-course lunch paired with Penfolds wines.

Uncork the secrets of Shiraz with a tour and tasting at Wirra Wirra Vineyard. Admire views of the McLaren Vale vineyards, peek behind the scenes on a winery tour and ring the famous Angelus Bell. Then, indulge in an expert-led Shiraz masterclass and sample four different wines, plus a rare Museum wine, paired with delicious Four Winds chocolates.

Go behind the scenes of Adelaide's food scene and get the inside scoop on the city's top foodie destination - the Central Markets. Start your 2-hour morning tour with a delicious breakfast at the heart of the market, then set off to discover the many stalls, selling everything from fresh seafood to freshly-ground coffee. Follow your guide to the best stalls, learning about local favorites and regional specialties, and stopping along the way to taste juicy tropical fruits, creamy yoghurts and homemade chocolates.

Enjoy an in-depth experience of McLaren Vale's great wines with a winery tour and tasting at Wirra Wirra Vineyards. During the winery tour you'll get an insider's perspective on the winemaking process, followed by a tasting five of Wirra Wirra's flagship red wines, including a rare vintage from their collection. The tasting is accompanied by a seasonal appetizer platter.

Go behind-the-scenes at one of the Barossa Valley's oldest wineries, with this 30- or 60-minute tour of the Seppeltsfield winery. Discover winemaking techniques dating from the 19th-century as you explore the historic vineyard, then indulge in an expert-led wine tasting. Choose to sample a port from your birth year or opt for a tour of the Centennial Cellar, where you'll get to taste a rare 100-year-old port.

Treat your taste buds to a full-day tasting tour of the Adelaide Hills, including hotel pick-up and round-trip transport from Adelaide. Soak up the scenery as you wind through a patchwork of vineyards and farmlands, and climb Mount Lofty to the region's highest point. Stop along the way to sample award-winning cheeses at Woodside Cheese; indulge your sweet tooth at Melba's Chocolate Factory; and enjoy tastings at two popular wineries. After a delicious 2-course pub lunch (included), continue your tasting odyssey with a visit to the Beerenberg Strawberry Farm and another winery.

Visit South Australia's Barossa Valley wine region on this day trip from Adelaide that includes tastings at four wineries, plus a winery lunch. With a guide, discover Peter Lehmann, Chateau Yaldara and Langmeil Winery for a well-rounded winery experience that introduces you to varietals from both established and newer wine producers. Learn insider facts about winemaking in this renowned region, and stop by other attractions like the Whispering Wall and Mengler's Hill Lookout. This tour is limited to 20 people.