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Things To Do

HAHNDORF
One of the Adelaide Hills most famous towns, Hahndorf, is Australia's oldest surviving German settlement. Today, 100 year-old elm and plane trees line the main street, and there are many original buildings in excellent condition. Hahndorf has plenty of souvenir shops, craft outlets and galleries, including the Hahndorf Academy, which exhibits work by local artists and houses a small German migration museum. Three pubs, many cafes and some good restaurants mean that visitors won't go hungry. Pick your own strawberries at Beerenberg, and visit the former home and studio of Sir Hans Heysen - The Cedars. There are several good winery cellar doors in the area, and the Hahndorf Farm Barn is an enjoyable stop for families.


NATIONAL MOTOR MUSEUM
The National Motor Museum at Birdwood houses the nation's most important collection of vintage, veteran and classic motor cars and motor cycles, exceeding 300. Set in a beautiful 20 acre complex by the River Torrens in Adelaide's picturesque hills, at Birdwood, the museum answers more than 2000 research enquiries each year from across Australia and overseas. A number of special events are hosted at the museum each year, including one of the worlds great historic motoring events, Bay to Birdwood Run, held in September on even years and the Bay to Birdwood Classic, held on odd years.
The National Motor Museum is much more than a collection of vehicles, it is a social history of the way we were, the way we are now and the way of the future.


MOUNT LOFTY SUMMIT
Mount Lofty Summit is the highest peak closest to Adelaide and in the Mount Lofty Ranges. At 710.1 metres above sea level, this provides spectacular views of the Adelaide Plains and surrounding area including Kangaroo Island and Yorke Peninsula. The visitor centre incorporates provides information on attractions in the Adelaide Hills and the rest of South Australia. The Mount Lofty Summit Gift Shop stocks quality Australian-made items and displays the talents of local people in a variety of gifts for visitors to take home. The Summit Restaurant Mount Lofty is open every day for breakfast and lunch and Wednesday to Sunday for dinner.


MELBA’S CHOCOLATE FACTORY
Melba's famous chocolate factory is housed in a historic cheese factory at Woodside. Open seven days, this old-style factory offers tastings and chocolate and lolly-making demonstrations using antique equipment gathered from around the country. The factory shop has a huge range and variety of sweets and chocolates. Visitors can choose from hundreds of different products.


MOUNT LOFTY BOTANIC GARDEN
The Mount Lofty Botanic Garden at Piccadilly features displays of cool temperate plants from both hemispheres brought together in a dramatic landscape setting. Spring and autumn are both colourful seasons, however Fern Gully, Woodland Gardens, Bog Gardens and the tranquil lake system make any time of year worth a visit. Several walking trails take visitors through the seven valleys each dedicated to a particular plant group including stunning displays of magnolias, rhododendrons, camellias, roses and peonies.


PETALUMA CELLAR & BRIDGEWATER MILL RESTAURANT
The Bridgewater Mill, nestled in the heart of the Adelaide Hills, is the elegant home of Petaluma. A short drive from the city, the historic 1860s Mill with its spectacular waterwheel houses a world renowned restaurant, the cellar door for Petaluma's famous wines and the cellars where the company's sparkling wines are made. Visitors to the restaurant can enjoy a contemporary Australian menu under the direction of famous chef Le Tu Thai, matched with a range of highly reputed wines by Petaluma's Brian Croser. Enjoy alfresco dining in summer at the award winning restaurant. Open for lunch Thursday to Monday - bookings are essential.


TOY FACTORY & BIG ROCKING HORSE
The Toy Factory at Gumeracha houses the biggest rocking horse in the world. Set in the beautiful Adelaide Hills, only 45 minutes from the city centre, the Big Rocking Horse stands over 18 metres high. This family business manufactures Australia's largest range of quality wooden toys and has been operating for more than 25 years. Browse through a huge selection of souvenirs, novelties and gifts. Enjoy a meal in the licensed cafe. Shady picnic areas are provided. Visit the animals in the three hectare bush park.