McLaren Vale and Fleurieu Coast Travel Blog
McLaren Vale & Fleurieu Coast Visitor Centre: Local Tips, Best Things to Do & Where to Eat
Planning your day in McLaren Vale & Fleurieu Coast? A quick stop at the Visitor Centre gives you personalised local tips, the best places to eat and drink, and easy ideas for things to do across the region.
Get Insider Knowledge from Locals Who Know the Region
Why start at the Visitor Centre
Our volunteers and staff are long-time locals who know the best wineries, beaches, cafés, walking trails, dog-friendly experiences and hidden gems throughout McLaren Vale & Fleurieu Coast.
What our volunteers can help you find:
- Where to eat Where to eat (breakfast, lunch, platters, kid-friendly)
- Which wineries are best suited to your needs
- Coastal walks and beaches to exploreCoastal walks and beaches to explore
- What's new across the region
- Family, Family, dog-friendly dog-friendly and short-trip idea

Find the Best Wineries, Cafés and Places to Eat
The Visitor Centre know all the best places to eats and drink locally, so you’ll get honest, up-to-date recommendations — not generic lists.

Discover Things to Do in McLaren Vale & Fleurieu Coast
Beaches, trails and coastal experiences
From the Witton Bluff Base Trail to Maslin Beach, Port Noarlunga and the wine region’s scenic lookouts, volunteers match ideas to your time and interests.
Local Produce, Gifts and Unique Finds at the Visitor Centre
The Centre features local artisan goods, regional produce, handmade homewares, books, maps and Ginny Pig Gin products

Free Maps, Guides and Easy Trip Planning
Pick up wine routes, self-drive maps, walking trails and family-friendly itineraries — perfect for exploring if you want a break from technology!
The Best Place to Begin Your McLaren Vale & Fleurieu Coast Adventure
After visiting us, you’re perfectly placed to continue exploring McLaren Vale wine country, Willunga, Moana, Christies Beach, Aldinga and our other coastal towns.
Visit us and start your journey with local knowledge.