Top 10 Lists
Hand-picked rankings of the best of Clare Valley. We do not list paid placements and we do not rank commercial venues against each other - these are non-commercial picks covering beaches, walks, free things to do, wildlife and history.
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10 Best Things to Do in the Clare Valley
Beyond the cellar door - trails, heritage towns, grand mansions and a hedge maze.
There is far more to the Clare Valley than wine. From a flat rail trail to a copper-mining boom town and a Georgian mansion, here are ten ways to fill your days.
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Best things to do in Clare Valley
Our pick of the best things to do in the Clare Valley, from world-class Riesling cellar doors and the Riesling Trail to Burra's copper-mining heritage, grand manors and panoramic lookouts.
The Best Heritage Sites in the Clare Valley
Long before the vines, there was copper, slate and the sweat of Cornish and Irish migrants. These are the heritage sites that bring the valley's past to life.
The Best Riesling Producers in the Clare Valley
Clare Valley Riesling is a national treasure - bone-dry, lime-scented and built to age for decades. These are the producers who define it.
Top 10 Clare Valley Cellar Doors
The Clare Valley punches far above its size when it comes to wine, with a cellar door for every mood. These ten span the icons, the boutiques and the long-lunch destinations.
Where to eat in Clare Valley
Our pick of the best places to eat in Clare Valley - winery restaurants, fine dining, revived country pubs, cafes and bakeries spread from Clare to Watervale, Auburn and beyond.
Where to stay in Clare Valley
Our pick of the best places to stay across the Clare Valley, spanning historic homesteads, vineyard cabins, holiday parks, heritage cottages and country pubs with rooms in towns from Clare to Burra.
The Best Cellar Doors with a View in the Clare Valley
Some Clare Valley cellar doors pair great wine with even better views. These are the spots where the scenery is part of the tasting.
The Best Free Things to Do in the Clare Valley
You don’t need to spend a thing to enjoy the Clare Valley’s best scenery and history. Here are the standout free experiences.
The Best Long Lunches in the Clare Valley
The long lunch is the Clare Valley's true regional specialty. These ten tables - vineyard decks, slate-village dining rooms and farm-fed pubs - do it best.
The Best Lookouts in the Clare Valley
From town lookouts above Clare to the highest summit in the Mount Lofty Ranges, these eight viewpoints frame the valley at its best. All are free.
The Best Places to Stay in the Clare Valley
From grand homesteads to slate-village cottages, here's where to lay your head between cellar doors.
The Best Rainy Day Things to Do in the Clare Valley
Rain in the Clare Valley is good news for the vines and no bad news for visitors - museums, galleries, a community cinema and some very comfortable tasting rooms await.
The Best Small Cellar Doors in the Clare Valley
Skip the big names for a day. The Clare Valley's small cellar doors pour some of its most interesting wine, often with the winemaker on the other side of the bench.
The Best Things to Do in Burra
Burra is one of Australia’s great heritage towns. These are the essential stops on a visit to the old copper capital.
The Best Things to Do with Kids in the Clare Valley
The Clare Valley isn’t just for grown-ups. Here are the best family-friendly things to do with kids across the region.
The Best Walks in the Clare Valley
Lace up and explore the valley on foot. From the famous Riesling Trail to hidden gorges and ridge-top lookouts, these are the walks worth doing.
Where to Eat and Drink in the Clare Valley
Hungry in the Clare Valley? From heritage country pubs to winery long-lunches and trailside bakeries, these ten spots cover every appetite.