Escape to the secluded Clare Valley and enjoy a relaxing a getaway in Australia’s oldest wine region. Home to over 40 wineries, Clare is a charming town surrounded by elegant vineyards, bountiful orchards and rural biking trails.

Things to do

Discover South Australia’s pioneering roots and take a self-guided tour around Bungaree Station. Once the biggest sheep station in South Australia, Bungaree remains a family-owned-and-operated bed and breakfast.

Clare is located in pristine wine country, and there’s no better way to experience the region’s spoils than by indulging in fine wine at Paulett Wines & Bush DeVine Café. Want to explore a magnificent underground wine cellar? Head to Sevenhill Cellars, where knowledgeable staff recount the history of Clare’s wine culture amid rows of wooden casks and wine-stained barrels.

Head into the heart of Clare Valley by walking or biking along the popular Riesling Trail, where you can take in the country scenery at a leisurely pace. A favourite among locals, the Riesling Trail links a handful of rural towns together and highlights local restaurants, cellar doors and hidden picnic spots.

Getting around

Clare is a two-hour drive north from Adelaide along Horrocks Highway. Car rentals are available from Adelaide Airport. Charter tours depart from Adelaide and include descriptive information about the Clare Valley region. In the town, biking is a popular way to see everything Clare has to offer.