In the heart of the city but another world away ... Take time out to explore the beauty and diversity of plants from across Australia and around the world. Spend an hour or spend the day among the 50 hectares of magnificently maintained gardens and stunning architecture. Relax in the shade or enjoy a coffee among some of Australia's finest plant collections.See more..
4.5Kangaroo Island Spirits(496 reviews) - Amazing Experience Thursday: 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Distilleries • Gardens
South Australia's first boutique distillery, Australia's oldest dedicated Gin distillery, Kangaroo Island Spirits are producing award-winning Gin, Liqueurs, Vodka and more recently Whisky utilising local and native ingredients. Most recently released a single-origin Gin called Koala48. The cellar door offers tastings with extensive information about the product and processes in a rustic but personal setting. Enjoy great coffee, a cocktail and delicious food options from our onsite food van in our Gin Garden. Options for group bookings, gin platters and Gin Blending classes, Cocktail Master Classes and Premium Gin Tastings exist through the website.See more..
4.0Cave Gardens(442 reviews) - pretty with or without waterfalls flowing Caverns & Caves • Gardens
Beautiful sinkhole/cave gardens right in the centre of the CBD. Easy to park at, accessibility for all, viewpoints from above and an easy walk down. Gardens are pretty and well maintained. Waterfalls will flow only after rains. Fence art is also worth noting at the back of the arts centre which lead into the cave gardens.See more..
The Australian Arid Lands Botanic Garden was established in 1993 to research, conserve and promote the wider appreciation of Australia’s arid zone flora. Located on the shores of Upper Spencer Gulf with spectacular views to the ancient Flinders Ranges, the Garden showcases a diverse collection of arid zone habitats in a picturesque setting of more than 250 hectares.As well as its stunning selection of arid zone plants, the garden is also home to more than 100 species of birds, and has a diverse population of repltiles, mammals and insects.It features a children's animal discovery trail, AridSmart display gardens where you can see how to use the plants in you home garden, and a visitor centre, which incorporates the Bluebush Cafe and the AridSmart Gift and Garden Shop. The cafe has mouthwatering menu choices and you can't go past the Quandong Smoothies. The AridSmart Gift and Garden Shop is where you can purchase a piece of the garden to take home. Its range of AridSmart plants will not only reduce your water bills but will bring the beauty of Australia's plants into your garden.See more..
a tranquil lovely place love the landscaping. Choice of plants and components were beautiful. but needs more mulching in hot weather. and needs more security or supervision as our trip was ruined by a group of 5 builders around lunch time drinking bears and throwing the cans into the pond. they were too noisy to cause me not to want to say anything.See more..
4.5Heysen The Cedars(336 reviews) - Time Well Spent while in the Adelaide Hills Thursday: 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM Spent 2-3 hours Art Galleries • Historic Sites • Gardens
Your visit to The Cedars may include touring both Hans Heysen’s studio – Australia’s oldest artist’s studio able to be viewed– and Nora Heysen’s studio, as well as the Heysen family home. Some 200 original works of art can be seen in changing displays in the studios and the house. All visitors are welcome to spend time in the charming garden that changes with the seasons, or to wander along the Artist’s Walk and discover some of Heysen’s favoured painting sites.See more..
Rustons is one of the largest private rose gardens in the Southern Hemisphere, decorated with a prestigious title of Australia's National Rose Collection. Rustons restaurant is open for coffee and cake during opening hours, with meals served from Thursday - Sunday. Rustons offers a fully licensed bar with a refreshing seasonal menu. Dine inside the modern, airy restaurant or alfresco overlooking the rose garden. Rustons is renowned for hosting both wedding ceremonies and receptions. The classic and modern facilities combined with thousands of pictures roses provides the ultimate wedding venue. "See you soon.. and while your here, make sure you stop and smell the roses"See more..
Magnificent trees in a well set out garden area. We thoroughly enjoyed walking through the gardens admiring the flowers and trees and then we came across the big bird Avery in the middle of the gardens. It was so nice checking out the different birds- some we heard speak! Lots of shade if weather is hot. Situated next to children’s playground and right near the beach. We made a day of it. See more..
What an effort to create such a lovely spot in such a harsh climate. Well worth a visit to see what hard work can accomplish. A friendly welcome and a long chat about the history of the garden, with photos.See more..
A wonderful spot to stretch your legs on the drive to the Coorong. The volunteers have done a wonderful job over 30 years planting native species like Hakea, grevillea, melaleuca, kangaroo paw, gum trees, native grasses etc. See more..
4.0Powell Gardens(9 reviews) - Take time to stroll Spent 1-2 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Gardens
this is not too well advertised but it's worth a visit if you appreciate growing native plants in dry areas. It's a credit to all involved.See more..
Driving through Yorketown and spotted the Weaners Flat Reserve, a community centre that houses the CFS, the Progress Sort and Save Shed, the Weaners Flat Hall and a superb recreational area. It also houses a Tesla vehicle charging point. It was a sunny day so I enjoyed the walk around the reserve appreciating the development. The art work was well integrated and sometimes a little quirky. From the large playground with BBQ and seating facilities nearby to Weaners Flat own Nessie! The gardens are well laid out and feature name plaques for various native plants. Behind the playground is a lake with a walking track around it. A bridge takes you over the feed for the lake and leads to the walking track. Mrs Bramley’s Flowers gives a great photo op to create memories of this Reserve. The toilet facilities at the Reserve area are also one of the public toilets on the Yorketown area. Compliments must be given to the Yorketown Progress Association for the superb development and asset to the town. I would recommend grabbing a pie or pasty from the local bakery or a takeaway from a local café and proceed to the Reserve to enjoy the fresh air and great food! Also a good rest spot when driving in the lower Southern Yorke Peninsula. Return? Yes when in Yorketown – to grab some food and a coffee making our way to the Reserve to relax, eat and enjoy!See more..
4.0Truro Pioneer Park(1 review) - A Quiet Relaxing Stopover Point in Truro Parks • Gardens
Just off the main road through Truro is the Pioneer Park. A small park that pays tribute to the local history of farming and pioneers of the town. It is a perfect place to meet whilst exploring the town and also to entertain the kiddies and playful furry friends. There is a small playground and a contained dog park. Rules for use of the dog park are well displayed. A drinking fountain with two levels – one for humans and one for man’s best friends is close to the covered seating area. I was impressed with the open layout and the complimentary artworks symbolizing transport, wool, farming and mining and also water absolutely essential for the all the local industries. Car parking, including disabled parking, is kerbside within the park. I would recommend grabbing a coffee and cake from the local bakery and make your way to Pioneer Park for an enjoyable spot to have it. Return? When stopping next in Truro, definitely will grab the coffee and head to Pioneer Park.See more..
4.0Heroes Park(1 review) - A Poignant Tribute to Truro’s Heroes. Spent < 1 hour Parks • Gardens
Every town has a way to memorialize those of that community that have paid the ultimate price in fields of war. Truro has established a bushland-based Heroes Park. Set away from the main road, the seclusion and quietness provide a natural setting in which to contemplate. With a simple area dominated by a flag pole and rocks with plaques commemorating some of the locals including a Lance Corporal Albert F Binning – “the first man from Truro to enlist, the only Truro man at the Gallipoli landing and the first to pay the supreme sacrifice from Truro.” With the first trees planted in 1915 and later upgraded, the Heroes Park is simple yet strangely moving. The Heroes Park is also the site of the local time capsule buried during Truro’s Jubilee 150 celebrations in 2000. The capsule is scheduled to be opened in 2020. With a simple gazebo type structure, a basic playground and eating areas, Heroes Park is suited for recollections both communal and personal. The park is linked by a bridge over the creek bed to War Memorial Park and to the statue of Memorial in the main street outside the Truro Town Hall. Return? Probably not, but I can never say never on this one.See more..
The Loxton Community Conservation & Heritage Park is in the median strip driving into Loxton via Bookpurnong Tce. The park features the ruins of an early homestead and from there traces the development of Loxton from early settlement through to today. The three sections of the park are linked by a meandering walkway that takes about 30 minutes to comfortably walk taking in the many information plaques along the way. Throughout the walk, there are many opportunities to sit and just enjoy the surroundings. A running theme throughout the park is the impact of the 1956 River Murray floods and how that effected the community. There is a diversity of native plants in the heritage section, manicured lawns and appropriate planings in the remaining two sections. One which depicts Loxton of today and the third, a display of Aleppo Pine Tree trunks that have been sculptured with a chain saw. 16 designs include a goanna, sulphur crested cockatoo, a possum and an eagle. The Artworks were sculptured by Riverland artist Tim Baulderstone. This is a most enjoyable walk that is self-paced which certainly is a great introduction to Loxton. It is worthy of being more heavily promoted than is as it is a marvellous example of a community creatively using what is otherwise sometimes an eyesore in some towns. Well done Loxton! Parking is readily available at either side of the median strip or on the footpath sides of the road. There are no toilet facilities available. Return? Most definitely to enjoy the walk as part of a fitness campaign making it enjoyable.See more..
Jarrett Memorial Gardens(0 review) Gardens Hours: Open Daily Lions Playground is a large, covered playground located in the shady Jarrett Memorial Gardens that would suit children of all ages The Jarrett Memorial Gardens are close to the town centre and offer a large undercover playground with free BBQ facilities. The fully fenced playground is suitable for a broad age group having infant swings to climbing equipment for older children. There are two sets of swings each with one infant and regular swing, a large climbing structure with suspended chain bridge and monkey bars, smaller climbing equipment with slide, flying fox, turn table, musical structures and drums, catering for all levels of ability. With ample seating, picnic tables, sheltered BBQ's, accessible street parking and public toilets close by, the Lions playground is an ideal site to catch up with friends, plan a picnic or a party or simply to wear the kids out after a visit to the nearby Renmark Paringa Public Library. Jarrett Memorial Gardens are a lush, shady parkland that overlook the Murray River and offer walking paths, beautiful rose gardens, murals and statues plus the historic rotunda. It is a popular site for events including live music events, wedding ceremonies, parties and Renmark Paringa Council's Australia Day Breakfast.See more..
