Things to do in Tanunda, South Australia

The best things to do in Tanunda, South Australia, include wine-tasting at Chateau Tanunda, beer-tasting at Rehn Bier and dinosaur mini golf at Barossa Bowland.

Tanunda, South Australia, is one of three major hubs in the Barossa Valley. Nuriootpa is the business centre, while Angaston has the visual appeal and heritage buildings. But Tanunda is the main hive of the famous Barossa Valley wine industry.

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Half day Mustang convertible tour.
Two hour kayaking experience.
Half day trike tour with commentary via headsets.
Wine-tasting tour in a bright red London cab.
Winery hopping by e-bike.
Gin-making workshop with lunch.
Behind the scenes VIP tour at Seppeltsfield.
Learn about barrel-making at the Yalumba Cooperage.

Things to do in Tanunda, South Australia: Wineries and breweries

Several famous winemakers have their HQ is Tanunda. These include St Hallett, Langmeil Winery and the Lindsay Wine Estate. Perhaps the best tourist experience, however, comes at Chateau Tanunda.

The Chateau part of the name is not an understatement – the winery is based in a huge, imposing 1890s building that is the star of many a Barossa Valley photograph.

Tanunda breweries and chocolate factory

Aside for the wines, there are a few other things to do in Tanunda, South Australia. Granted, many of these involve tastings, but at least it’s slightly different. Those who prefer grain to grape can try microbrewed beers at Rehn Bier or Barossa Valley Brewing.

Chocolate is also made in the Barossa Valley, and you can sample it at the factory when you visit the Barossa Valley Chocolate Company.

Barossa Valley Chocolate Company in Tanunda — The Barossa Valley Chocolate Company offers tasting experiences at its Barossa chocolate factory. Photo by Duy Dash, courtesy of the South Australian Tourism Commission.

Things to do in Tanunda, South Australia: Art and heritage

Those of a more artistic persuasion can check out Aboriginal art at Corroboree Dream Art Tanunda. Formerly known as Prestige Art, this gallery focusing on Indigenous works has been open since 1985. It’s complemented by the Barossa Regional Gallery, which has a wider brief. The Barossa Regional Gallery hosts local artists and exhibitions from further afield.

For cultural Tanunda attractions, the Barossa Museum looks at regional heritage. It’s in the mid-19^th century former post office and telegraph building.

For pure, shameless fun, however, top of the list of things to do in Tanunda is probably Barossa Bowland. This kid-friendly joint combines ten pin bowling and dinosaur-themed mini golf.

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