Top Things to do in Mount Gambier
Top 10 Things to do in Mount Gambier, South Australia
Discover the best top things to do in Mount Gambier, Australia including Echo Farm, Umpherston Sinkhole, The Blue Lake, Mount Gambier Rsl War Museum, The Valley Lake, Mount Schank, Centenary Tower, Mount Gambier Visitor Centre, Cave Gardens, Engelbrecht Cave.
Restaurants in Mount Gambier
1. Echo Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 31 reviews
Spend a couple of precious hours interacting with animals and reconnecting with nature at Echo Farm on the outskirts of Mount Gambier. Stroll around the old-style farm at your own pace, feed the animals, chat to the farmers & explore the outbuildings on a self guided visit. Echo Farm offers a step back in time & an immediate sense of calm through interaction with a variety of animals. Historic displays add charm. Echo Farm is open for self-guided visits Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays & extra days during SA school holidays. Animal food & farm trail map are included in your entry fee. Allow at least an hour for your visit. Dress for outdoor conditions and farm walking. Small range of snacks, drinks and souvenirs available, along with home-made scones. Unique small group Guided Tours are offered most mornings, Camp Fire Experiences on weekends, and Vintage High Teas monthly. Tours can be tailored especially for schools or larger groups at other times by arrangement.
Reviewed By Linda-joy03 - Adelaide, Australia
Great place for kids to explore, they can go to animals and feed them as well. Animals in natural setting ie in farm and you can feed them. Highly recommend for little kids.
2. Umpherston Sinkhole
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,297 reviews
Reviewed By KellyH881
Really pretty. Surprisingly there are quite a few little hidden trails in the garden to make it a magical place for a toddler too. Truly a beautiful place to visit... and lots of room for a picnic lunch, or grab an icecream from.the little kiosk.
3. The Blue Lake
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,500 reviews
Reviewed By darryl338
The Blue Lake in Mount Gambier is a beautiful scenic venue for casually strolling around and if inclined you can do a Park Run at 8 am on a Saturday morning taking in the majestic old volcano holding the towns water supply. Fantastic colour at the right time of the year . Also enjoy the coffee and cakes at the cafe after a tour of the water pumping station. Excellent.
4. Mount Gambier Rsl War Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
5. The Valley Lake
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 170 reviews
Reviewed By 151nathanm - Adelaide, Australia
Never seen the Valley Lake before, as the Blue Lake is the biggest attraction. Big hard to find, but travel via caravan park road. Seen jet ski and ski boat on lake. Great wildlife park right next door seeing Kangaroos and Wallabies.
6. Mount Schank
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 110 reviews
Reviewed By harrisju
Not a hard climb as there are concrete steps and plenty of places to stop. It’s about 130m from the car park. The walk around the volcano rim is spectacular with amazing views. It’s a bit dangerous in parts with loose gravel and the path is sometimes close to the cliff edge.
7. Centenary Tower
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 130 reviews
The iconic tower stands at the summit of Mount Gambier. A short but steep walk rewards visitors with 360 degree views stretching nearly 100kms. Open whenever the flag is flying.
Reviewed By 439BrianB - Batemans Bay, Australia
Such a great view of Mount Gambier from the tower. No access into the tower itself but walking around its base you get great views. The climb / walk up is very steep and should only be attempted if of reasonable fitness. Ample parking at the base of the climb for cars and small rv’s.
8. Mount Gambier Visitor Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 128 reviews
Mount Gambier Visitor Information Centre provides a warm welcome and a wide range of brochures, with qualified staff ready to assist you to get the best out of your visit to Mount Gambier. Get a taste of the region as you explore the Discovery Centre located within the centre. Public toilets, ample parking, large vehicle parking, bus departure bay, disabled access, after hours information at the front door. Open daily, Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm and Saturday and Sunday and Public Holidays from 10:00am to 4:00pm.
Reviewed By MACIMI - West Kelowna, Canada
We have rarely been disappointed stopping at visitor centres in Victoria and this one was no exception. A very knowledgeable lady filled us up with info and brochures and offered suggestions for people of our vintage to go and see and enjoy. The museum was very informative. There is plenty of parking and the toilets were spotless. One suggestion, when you drive out the exit, take it easy as the slope to the street has quite a bump at the end. If your car is low, be careful.
9. Cave Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 421 reviews
Reviewed By 946theresed
In the heart of the city near the library a stunning rose garden at the entrance. A cave garden with balcony's overlooking from the sides. At night coloured lights project across the cave. (But unfortjnately the additional sound and light show was not running due to vandalism whilst we visited) Visited sever times, its free Its beautiful
10. Engelbrecht Cave
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 212 reviews
CAVE: Embark on our 45-60 minute cave tour where you explore an excellent example of the famous water filled caves of the region. The cave has two caverns which show the geological characteristics of limestone cave formation and the changes in underground water levels. Tours available daily. Fee applies. CAFE: Alfresco Cafe serving Mahalia coffee, hot chocolate, delicious sandwiches, cakes and other treats, as well as a range of Limestone Coast products.
Reviewed By dianemaryg - Adelaide, Australia
Visited Engelbrecht Cave with two grandsons 7 and 10 years old . It was an excellent experience for young and old with a very informative guide who gave us a great insight into the cave systems surrounding Mount Gambier and a history of how this dry cave was found and what it was used for in years gone by.
