From wineries to farms, food havens, and more, below are only some of the best places to visit if you’re travelling to Adelaide Hills!

1. Mount Lofty House

This huge and iconic mansion is one of the crown jewels of Adelaide Hills. So this should definitely be on top of your bucket list. Like how it’s on top of one of the rolling hills of Mount Lofty.

The mansion itself was built between the botanic gardens and the picturesque Piccadilly Valley. Although Mount Lofty House is located on a mountain, it’ll just take you about 15 minutes to get there from the Adelaide CBD.

Once you’ve stepped foot in the mansion, you’ll be so amazed you might not want to get out of there. There are several things that you can do in the Mount Lofty House. You can have a sip of the great collection of whiskey and other cocktail offerings of the Arthur Waterhouse Lounge.

While sipping away the time and having the time of your life, you can stand by the fireplace and heat up your body.

You can also pig out at the award-winning Hardy’s Verandah Restaurant if you’re hungry. It offers not only great food but also a great ambience.

But if you’re quite full, you can explore the mansion more by looking at the estate’s luxury rooms and suites.

2. Golding Wines

Adelaide Hills is a wine country, there’s no doubt about that. So if you end up wanting more spirits in your body after two or three sips in Mount Lofty, you should try Golding Wines next.

Golding Wines is only one of the many winemakers in this part of the region. But what makes them a standout is that literally every corner there has a cellar door. And these cellar doors are your gateway to eternal happiness. At the opposite end of these doors lies an impressive range of Shiraz, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay.

3. Villeta Porcini

Villeta Porcini is something you don’t want to miss when you’re in Adelaide Hills. It’s a European style stone hut restaurant built right in the middle of botanical gardens, beehives, mushrooms, and veggie patches.

Dining in Villeta Porcini is more than just a foodie experience. The experience of eating out here is like something straight out of a fairy tale. Thanks to its dreamy location and heavenly, great-tasting food. 

The food is prepped and cooked by a world-class chef by the name of Andre Ursini. If you consider yourself an ultimate foodie, Villeta Porcini is a must-visit!

4. Jurlique Farm

If you’re an avid customer of the famous skincare brand, Jurlique, you might want to check out the Jurlique Farm in Adelaide Hills.

This farm is where all the magic happens. Herb, flowers, and other plants that are essential for every Jurlique product are grown here. It’s real-life behind the scenes that are worth checking out. Especially if you’re a fan of the brand.

Not only are you going to have a glimpse of Jurlique’s refreshing farm, but you’re also going to learn a lot about the processes of making their products. Starting from the seeds to bringing it to your skincare kit.

And while you’re at it, you might as well take home some products for your loved ones!

These are only some of the best tourist sites in Adelaide Hills. And there’s too many to include in this list. But if you ever find yourself in this region, check these places out!

Make sure to book a suite beforehand because visiting all these gorgeous places in one go is one heck of a tall order. You’ll need to stay for a couple of days, trust us.

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