⛰️ Explore Mount Barker South Australia ~ Things to do in and around Mount Barker

⛰️ Explore Mount Barker South Australia ~ Things to do in and around Mount Barker
Mount Barker is the largest town in the Adelaide Hills and is 34 kilometres southeast of Adelaide. Located at the southern end of the Adelaide Hills, Mount Barker is a wonderful place to base yourself to explore the many attractions in the Adelaide Hills.
00:00 Introduction
01:04 Gawler Street
02:15 Adelaide Hills Farmers Market
03:20 Mount Barker Summit
04:30 Laratinga Wetlands
05:38 Heritage Walk
Surrounded by vineyards and mixed farming this rapidly growing town is surrounded by vineyards and mixed farming and has wonderful historic buildings and all the modern conveniences.
Gawler Street in the centre of town is a charming leafy street with cafes, restaurants, bakeries, boutiques and interesting historic buildings. At the intersection of Gawler Street and Adelaide Road is Auchendarroch House; this stunning building was built in 1860 and was originally the Oakfield Hotel. Today it is used as a wedding venue, restaurant and tavern.
Halfway along the street, you can see the sculpture Prickly 3, part of the Adelaide Hills Sculpture Trail.
The Adelaide Hills Farmers Market is open every Saturday morning, with stallholders offering fresh, seasonal, local products. Coffee, chocolates, and homemade bread and sweets are also available.
From the Mount Barker Summit carpark, it is a steep 250-metre walk to the top, where you will be rewarded with stunning views over Mount Barker and the surrounding hills and valleys. On a clear day, it is possible to see Mount Lofty in the north and Lake Alexandrina in the southeast from the 517-metre elevation.
The Laratinga wetlands are an essential habitat for many resident, migratory and nomadic birds. There are several walking trails and boardwalks through the wetlands, bird hides, toilets, and picnic and barbecue areas.
There are many wonderful historic buildings in Mount Barker, you can pick up the Heritage tour brochure from the Visitors Centre; there is a 3-kilometre circuit, which takes about an hour to complete.
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[@InTheDreamRealm]

Thank you for the lovely adventure guys... That was great! 🌹🌹

[@wanderexplorediscover7384]

Thank you very much.

[@InTheDreamRealm]

@@wanderexplorediscover7384 My pleasure! 🌹🌹

[@mediamike693]

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[@wanderexplorediscover7384]

Mount Barker is a lovely place, I bet its changed a bit in 30 years!