Best Nature and Parks (RV, National, Dog, etc) in Queenstown

"Get up close and personal with roos, koalas, wallabies, betongs and Tasmanian devils with the kids in Adelaide – most of which are in their natural habitat – and itʼs just 20 minutes away from the city centre!. Itʼs also a great place to have a picnic. For opening hours, information on planning your day, fees and to buy tickets, head straight to the website."

"Cleland Wildlife Park is one of the best zoos and wildlife parks in and near Adelaide and in all of Australia. It is a favourite of tourists and locals alike. Cleland is one of the few parks where you can hold and pat koalas, and feed kangaroos, wallabies, emus, bettongs and potoroos."

"If you'd prefer to spend a day solely among Australia's endemic animals – kangaroos, koalas, emus, etc – then don't miss this beloved wildlife park in the Adelaide Hills!"

"With vast expanses of untouched woodlands, tranquil waterfalls and impressive gorges, Morialta Conservation Park feels a world away from the city. But this slice of bushland bliss is a quick 10-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD, the perfect escape for city-slickers looking to get back in touch with nature. A bushwalkers paradise, Morialta Conservation Park is home to countless walking trails."

"A protected conservation area just 10kms NE of the CBD, youʼll feel like youʼve escaped to the serene bushland when really youʼre so close to home. A great day out to get out in nature, burn some energy and take in the beauty of the rugged nature surrounds. Plus, there are three seasonal waterfalls within the area so you can play a game with the kids, who spots the waterfall first!"

"A post shared by ClelandWildlifePark (@clelandwildlifepark) on Jan 6, 2019 at 1:32pm PST. Having visited many wildlife parks over the years, we decided to leave Cleland Wildlife Park off our list and were then berated by friends for doing so!. The park has been running since 1967 and provides an immersive nature experience for visitors who can connect with animals in their natural environment."

"Located 25min drive from the CBD in Adelaide Hills, the Cleland Conservation & Wildlife Park hosts more than 130 species of Australian wildlife. Covering 35 hectares, the park offers a full immersion into the Australian wildlife as you can get very close to the animals moving freely. In addition, the park offers night tours, when some marsupials are most active."

"Found in the bushland of the Adelaide Hills, Cleland Conservation Park preserves natural surroundings for native wildlife. With many walking and cycling tracks, the park offers a unique opportunity to explore this scenic spot your way. No visit is complete without a look at Waterfall Gully, the largest of seven waterfalls in the area."

"The largest of the named city parks, some 17 hectares, Bonython Park/Tulya Wodli attracts many thousands of visitors annually. Port Road, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia. Entertainment Venues"

"The new and accessible nature playspace at Wittunga Botanic Garden is the perfect spot for kids to learn and play at the same time. The playspace was designed in collaboration with students from Blackwood Primary School. It includes a ribbed frog where children can experiment with music, a log scramble so they can hone in on gross motor skills, an in-ground wheelchair trampoline for children with accessibility needs and a rock mound complete with a play tunnel for kids to get an elevated view across the garden."

"Wittunga Botanic Garden is a little-known park in the suburbs. While it’s not as popular as the Mount Lofty or Botanic Gardens, there’s a peaceful tranquility here that’s hard to find elsewhere. Wittunga has a huge variety of native birds and animal life that are attracted to the indigenous flora."

"If you’re planning on also having your ceremony in Veale Gardens, then you will need a permit from the council, but if you’re just looking to have your photo shoot done, then no such permission is needed. Located in the southern park lands, Veale Gardens boasts beautifully manicured lawns and a man made river sweeping through the whole garden area. There are a number of different rock pools that also make for a great setting for wedding photography."

"All the gelato flavours at Pasta Deli are made on-site, and they continually change their range of flavours. Pasta Deli has been awarded as one of Adelaide’s best Gelaterias. Tip: try their apple pie flavoured gelato."

"With a name like Pasta Deli, you can be sure their pasta is top notch. They also pedal other carb-y delights such as lasagne, pizza, paninis and antipasto. Hello winter comfort food!"

"Whilst Rundle Mall is pretty much your run of the mill capital city shopping precinct, it does boast a few little marvels which make it worth visiting on your stay in Adelaide with kids. At the top of our list is the Beehive Corner where Australia’s very first Haigh’s Chocolate store was opened back in 1915 – it still stands there today!. Head in to taste some chocolate and buy some Australia handmade chocolate bliss!"

"Adelaide’s main shopping district, Rundle Mall was opened as Australia’s first pedestrian street mall in 1976 and now contains more than 700 retailers. As the state’s premier retail space, Rundle mall is home to a number of flagship stores including David Jones and Myer."

"Take a little imagination and travel to the land of fairies!. The Bridgewater Fairy Garden is a great place to take your toddlers or kids under the age of 12. Travel in the morning when the magical mystic mist of the morning gives a certain ambiance to the fairyland."

"Chef Dong is the owner and Head Chef of this authentic Chinese kitchen. The restaurant offers his best Southern China dishes, mixing the traditional flavours and characteristics of the region with quality ingredients sourced in South Australia. The menu is full of traditional Cantonese and Fujianese food, including fresh roasted Peking Duck, Yum Cha and a bunch of vegan-friendly dishes too."

"This restaurant is named after its executive chef, Mr Dong, who opened this establishment in 2014 to serve more traditional Cantonese fare than his first Adelaide eatery, Fortuna Court in Norwood. Using plenty of fresh South Australian seafood, specialties include lobster with noodles as well as steamed trout with ginger and shallots."