Barossa Locations

This gracious tree-lined town offers not only a reminder of the things of the past, but is a vibrant community in tune with today, with a firm focus on welcoming visitors and providing for your comfort. A leisurely stroll is all it takes to find some of the best food on.. read more

The small village of Bethany is the site of the first German settlement in the Barossa. It is one of the few surviving examples of a ‘hufendorf', a democratic form of Silesian village layout, where each family had its own long strip of land stretching.. read more

Known as the Garden of Grapes and Gums, Eden Valley is one of the Barossa's most picturesque small townships. Stands of magnificent old redgums are a feature of this area, interweaving the numerous small vineyards which produce some of the world's finest Riesling and.. read more

If your quest is to experience a country town that has evolved with the times into a mecca of contemporary ambience, but maintained its English foundations and strong German influences, then Lyndoch is the place for you. Nestled at the fertile base of the Barossa Ranges.. read more

Marananga is a pioneer settlement of German heritage. Visitors can experience the small town's charm by taking in sandstone churches and cosy cottages. Enjoy a picnic surrounded by lush green grass and trees or taste some of the towns locally produced wines.. read more

Surrounded by vineyards the town with its vine-lined main street is an amazing array of colours during autumn. This is the business centre of the Barossa with an impressive range of facilities and services, including the Barossa Community Store. Nuriootpa.. read more

See the contrast between historical buildings and farmhouse and the modern facilities of the impressive Orlando Wyndham Winery. Established in 1877, the winery is the home to one of Australia's best-known wine brands, Jacob's Creek. The famous creek is nearby and is.. read more

Commitment to excellence is evident in Seppelt's international reputation for producing superb wines. Today, Seppelt Winery, one of Australia's most historic wineries, is recognised as an enduring monument to the vision and pioneering spirit of a remarkable family.. read more

Historically, this picturesque town has always been the heart of the region, and Tanunda's history is only a small part of its charms. This is a vibrant and growing community and is home to some of Australia's and the world's best-loved wines. There's also a thriving.. read more

The original settlement of Arno Vale was settled by John Hallett in 1840 on the fringe of where the current settlement lies. It was later named for the flocks of cockatoos that congregated in the ancient old gums surrounding the town. Its convenient rural.. read more

Freeling is the 'home' of Australian TV show McLeod's Daughters and the Gungellan Hotel. It's a quaint rural town with many historical buildings. You can wander the heritage streets at leisure, or follow the walking trail and learn.. read more

Gawler is the oldest country town in South Australia, established in 1839, and contains the Church Hill State Heritage Area and majestic historic buildings. The town is, and has been since earliest colonial times, the hub of a prosperous agriculture region.. read more

Nestled in the heart of western Barossa, Greenock is a picturesque village sometimes referred to as a ‘little Scotland in the Barossa'. The name Greenock literally means ‘sunny hill' and is derived from the Gaelic, Grain (meaning sun) and Cnoc (which means hill).. read more

Set amidst big gum country on the road to the Murray River, Keyneton is a pretty country village of just a dozen or so buildings – most of them dating from the mid-late 1800s. The town was named after English pastoralist Joseph Keynes, who had taken up the land in the.. read more

Surrounded by lush vineyards on the flats east of Nuriootpa, the hamlet of Light Pass has some of the most authentic buildings remaining in the region. The mud and straw schoolhouse built in 1846 still stands, along with a group of wattle and daub farm.. read more

Admire Moculta's heritage buildings including the original blacksmith shop, Lutheran school and former post office and general store. Moculta sits within one of the most recognised regions in Australia - the Barossa - home to premium wine and food.. read more

Mount Pleasant is a bustling Barossa country town servicing a grazing and cropping region. It's home to one of South Australia's largest annual agricultural shows - the Mount Pleasant Show. It's complete with stock judging, sideshows and local produce.. read more

Originally known as German Pass, Penrice was settled by Cornish migrants and named after their homeland. Its elevated position provides exceptional views over the Barossa Valley and while land has been highly sought after for residential use grazing sheep.. read more

Many of Australia's best-known winemakers learned their art at Roseworthy Agricultural College, a 1600ha working farm and university north of Gawler. Established in 1883, the college was the first of its kind in Australia, teaching oenology (winemaking).. read more

The rich soil – said to be similar to that on the Rhine – and elevated position is also excellent for viticulture, with white varieties, in particular, gaining an outstanding reputation. Modern vignerons in the region are among the Barossa's most.. read more

The local hotel is a friendly place for travellers to relax over a good pub meal and drink. Stockwell sits within one of Australia's most recognised regions - the Barossa. Come here for a romantic escape, to relax and unwind, or for some outdoor adventure.. read more

The gateway of the Barossa from the northeastern end of the region, Truro lies in the ranges 14km northeast of Nuriootpa. The town was settled in 1850 by Cornish miners keen to make their fortunes from copper found nearby, but the unsuccessful mines were soon abandoned.. read more