Novotel Barossa Valley Resort

For Victoria McClurg, owner of the Barossa Valley Cheese Company, making cheese is a labour love. First opened in 2003 in the idyllic town of Angaston, Barossa Valley Cheese Company has won a prolific number of awards and has expanded to offer 25 different styles of cheese imbued with the character of the locale and passion of the maker.

As the winner of the 2011 Best Tourism Winery and Best Tourism Restaurant, it is expected that the Jacob's Creek Visitor Centre would have a lot to live up to. With wine tasting, a restaurant, and wine making and history displays on offer, you will certainly not be disappointed. Outside of the centre, visitors can tour vineyards, of which hold fourteen different grape varieties, take a walk in the scenic grounds and experience the array of native flora and fauna which inhabit them, or simply enjoy the views provided from the deck, whilst still being surrounded by the native Australian gardens. Jacob’s Restaurant also holds the title of the Restaurant and Catering Award for the best tourism restaurant in South Australia in both 2010 and 2011. Offering visitors an expansive choice of South Australian food and wine, with a panoramic view of the vineyards and hills.

Join Barossa Valley Ballooning for the experience of a lifetime and enjoy the incredible thrill of a hot air ballooning adventure over some of South Australia's most picturesque countryside. Each hot air balloon flight lasts for about an hour but the magical memory will last forever. As part of the experience, enjoy a delicious full buffet breakfast at the Novotel Barossa Valley Resort after the flight.

Serving home brewed, multi-award winning beers and ales, along with a wide array of delectable foods, from pizzas to tapas, the Barossa Valley Brewery and Eatery is a definite must visit when travelling to the Barossa. A little off the beaten track, the Brewery is located on the outskirts of Tanunda, making it quiet and secluded whilst still being easily accessible. The Barossa brewery offers tastings of all of their home brewed beers and ales, along with in house meals, running as late as 10pm. Considered a gem of the Barossa, the Brewery is a relaxing break for anyone, with its cozy indoor seating, or airy outdoor area, live music gigs and relaxed and happy environment, it is easy to see why so many people enjoy and rave about their experience.

Combining heritage and contemporary architecture, the gallery is part of the Tanunda Soldiers Memorial Hall complex. It offers a diverse range of attractions for visitors to enjoy including art exhibitions, workshops, performances and education programs. Visitors eager to pick up an authentic Barossa souvenir can also browse the retail space with locally produced books as well as art and crafts available to purchase.

Seppeltsfield is one of Australia’s most iconic wine estates with a rich history dating back to 1851. It is the only winery in the world to release a 100 year old single vintage wine each year. The Taste Your Birth Year tour offers the rare opportunity for visitors to try their own birth year vintage Tawny directly from the barrel.

Whether you are looking for a quick fix of good coffee and something delicious, or wishing to get yourself lost in the fresh produce of the Barossa Valleuy, head over to the Barossa Farmer's Market. The Barossa Farmer's Market is the one place where you can really immerse yourself in the Barossa's food culture. Held in the historic Vintners Sheds (co-located with Vintners Bar and Grill) near Angaston, the Barossa Farmer's Market showcases real food from the homes and farms of the Barossa.