Top Things to do in Goolwa
The 10 Best Things to do in Goolwa, South Australia
Discover the best top things to do in Goolwa, Australia including Goolwa Animal Farm, Shaw Family Vintners, Goolwa Motor Museum, Art@Goolwa Inc., The Goolwa Barrage, Goolwa Beach, Goolwa Wharf Markets, Fleurieu Distillery, The Steam Exchange Brewery, Murray Mouth.
Restaurants in Goolwa
1. Goolwa Animal Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 85 reviews
Open Fri, Sat, Sun and Mon during school term times. See Google for upto date opening times.Goolwa Animal Farm is a family run farm where old and young can interact with animals. The farm is set in the beautiful South Australian countryside and yet is only 6 minutes drive from the best surf beaches in SA. There are typical farm animals but also a 3 different types of kangaroos, alpacas, emus, reptiles, turtles, rabbits, guinea pigs, ponies, donkeys, cockatoos and a walk in aviary. Trailer rides free with admission, a large nature style play area and a takeaway cafe serving great coffee and refreshments ensure a great trip for all.
Reviewed By Magpie056
On Friday, the 8th of January 2021, my husband and I decided to visit with our granddaughter Skye (five years old) the Goolwa Animal Farm. I read so many good reviews, and I wanted to see this place. The owners are so kind like their many animals. We spent a lot of time with the many rabbits and guinea pigs. Skye found two new friends: a grey rabbit and a brown guinea pig, which she was feeding with carrots, bought in the shop of the owners. Then we had our lunch time at the picnic place. We brought our own breads and vegetables. There is a playground which was very much loved by our Skye. She was hopping from one wood trunk to the other for at least 30 minutes. We met a big brown horse, a pony and a donkey. Then we saw geese, ducks, chicken, two fat pigs, sheep and goats and on a trailer ride emus (for example Mr. Angry, who is really very angry), kangaroos and alpacas. The highlights for us were to be introduced to the 44-year-old Sulphur-crested cockatoo Billy, the nine-year-old python and the three-day-old little goat, which was brought to the owners almost dead after her mother didn't accept it. We three loved this place so much. You feel like being at the farm of your friends. We will be back very soon!!!
2. Shaw Family Vintners
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
Cellar door offering wine tastings overlooking the Vineyards at Currency Creek. Local produce available for purchase to create your own platter and enjoy with a bottle of wine while looking over the vineyard.
3. Goolwa Motor Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By branham2016 - Adelaide, Australia
Michael Finnis is passionate about cars. Former racing car driver, his passion is very infectious as he will happily spin stories of years past and his experiences. At the end of a visit, it becomes difficult to decide which was better – the cars or Michael’s reminiscing! The wide variety of vintage and restored cars are on display in a large shed with a mezzanine floor. Michael gives a personal introduction about the museum as you enter the museum, and then you are free to explore. Information about each vehicle is on display on front of the relevant car. For the young at heart, there is also a wide collection of Matchbox model cars. With a very nominal entrance fee, the time spent sharing Michael’s passion is well worth it. Whether an avid car fanatic or just someone who can appreciate past cars, you will find the time spent well worth it. Photos are permitted. Return? It is on the ever growing list and look forward to being mesmerized again by Michael’s yarns!
4. Art@Goolwa Inc.
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
Art Gallery in a National Trust Building. We are an association of Artists showcasing our work in our local community, exhibiting an exciting mix of Original Art.
Reviewed By rebelnorm - Adelaide, Australia
I personally loved the jewellery made from used coffee pods, but my partner loved the wooden bespoke furniture. They also had knitwork, lots of boutique handbags, canvas paintings, metalwork, pottery and glassblown items. The people at reception were very friendly and happily gave us information about other things to do in the area. There was no pressure to buy
5. The Goolwa Barrage
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 81 reviews
Reviewed By SusanScali29
A lovely drive along the Goolwa waterways towards the Barrages. Lots of bird life. Nice walk along the barrages and you may see a boat going through to the ocean side. There is a nice grassed picnic area with facilities and an Information area about the construction and history of the Goolwa Barrages. Well worth the trip to see.
6. Goolwa Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By jackperry - Doha, Qatar
Clean and nice long stretch. My kids enjoyed the sand, although it was cold. Luckily it did not rain. Planning on visiting during the summers.
7. Goolwa Wharf Markets
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
The Goolwa Wharf Rotary Market operates on every Sunday in January and offers 80+ stalls offering all manner of treasures, including fresh fruit, vegetables and produce, from local growers, baked goods, arts and crafts, second hand goods and bric-a-brac, plants, small items of furniture, jewellery, books and refreshments on-site, including delicious coffee, cold drinks and snacks
Reviewed By 885harryg - Adelaide, Australia
The Goolwa Wharf market is held on the 1st and 3rd Sunday every month. Theres plants, craft, wine tasting, and a variety of foods to sample and take home. Highly recommended.
8. Fleurieu Distillery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By tequila_mockingb1rd - Kadina, Australia
Lovely friendly service, highly recommend trying the Gin and Soda, so smooth!! ???????????????? Perfect place to sit on a nice warm day!! ????????
9. The Steam Exchange Brewery
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 73 reviews
Reviewed By waynebclarevalley - Auburn, Australia
Sit back & enjoy a selection of delicious craft beers and gin inside the wharf shed or outside with views of the River Murray.
10. Murray Mouth
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By monterjones - Dubbo, Australia
We drove to the Murray Mouth from Goolwa. S.A., over the bridge to Hindmarsh Island and then to the viewing position for The Mouth of the Murray River, It was wonderful to see this piece of the geography of Australia as it has been in the news for many years. The view is a very flat one as there is no high point around. You can see the dredges that work to keep the river mouth free of sand and there is information at this site to read.
