Barossa Valley with Kids |

Are you planning a trip to the Barossa Valley with kids?

Barossa Valley is just an hour’s drive northeast of Adelaide, making it the perfect place for a day trip, or better yet, a weekend getaway.

As the Barossa Valley is known for its wineries, it is best to stay over to go wine tasting at multiple locations.

You may be wondering, if Barossa Valley is a bunch of wineries, what is there to do with kids? Our kids loved their time in the Barossa Valley, including at the wineries we visited, because we chose to go to kid-friendly wineries.

What makes a winery kid-friendly? Many wineries have space for the kids to play, but the most kid-friendly wineries in the Barossa Valley have toys and games. Our kids especially enjoyed the wineries that had tasting options for them.

Wineries aren’t the only thing to do in the Barossa Valley. We spaced out the wineries by visiting playgrounds, the whispering wall, eating delicious food, and exploring nature. Plus, we opted to stay in a hotel with a pool so the kids could swim each night.

Keep reading to find out what to do in the Barossa Valley with kids.

Planning Your Trip? Use Our Favorite Resources!

Accommodation- Booking.com
Travel Insurance- Cover-More
Tours and Excursions- Get Your Guide and Viator
Rental Car- Discover Cars

Map of Kid-Friendly Places in Barossa Valley

Kid-Friendly Wineries in Barossa Valley

Z Wine

The actual winery is down the road, and the Z Wine tasting location is in town.

Though we generally prefer going to an actual winery due to the view and to let the kids run around, we picked Z Wine for its kids’ tasting (and it is a Z like our youngest).

Z Wine has a kids’ corner that was empty when we arrived. In addition to toys, they have coloring sheets, and our kids were busy until their plates arrived.

The kids’ tasting includes 4 drinks and 4 food items. The drinks include water, milk, orange juice, and apple juice. The food includes pretzels, cheese, marshmallows, fairy bread, and smoked fritz.

Adults can opt for a tasting or a glass of wine. Tea, coffee, and soft drinks are also served at Z Wine. The food menu includes platters, grazing plates, and sweets.

Sometimes, they have live music at Z Wine on public holidays and for special events.

Pindarie

Kids can climb on hay bales, play in the sandpit or the cubby house, and explore the maze at Pindarie Winery in Barossa Valley.

You can opt for a wine tasting, a glass of wine, or boards and platters.

The Pindarie Kids Lunch Plate includes the choice of a sandwich or sausage roll, juice, and a cookie.

Kellermeister

With lawn games and a lawn that the kids can play on, Kellermeister is both kid-friendly and pet-friendly.

Platters are available, as are wine tastings. Kellermeister Winery has stunning views (always) and live music (sometimes).

Tours of Kellermeister are offered, but you need to be 18+ to participate.

Kies Family Wines

Throughout the year, kids can climb trees, play games, and have fun on the property of Kies Family Wines.

Over the South Australian school holidays, Kies Family Wines offers a kids’ pack at Monkey Nut Cafe. The kid’s pack includes dinosaur nuggets, a fruit box, and ice cream.

A kid’s fish & chips and a kid’s platter box are always available.

Adults can order a platter, but there are many other items on the menu at Monkey Nut Cafe, including burgers, pies, chicken dishes, and vegan options.

Adults can participate in a winery tour or tasting.

Turkey Flat

Kids can play with lawn games at Turkey Flat while the adults enjoy a wine tasting.

Turkey Flat is both kid-friendly and dog-friendly.

Platters and grazing boards are available throughout the day.

Whistler Wines

With a swingset, lots of room for kids to play, trees to climb, a cricket pitch, and an enclosure with rescued kangaroos, Whistler Wines is a nice place to go when you are in the Barossa Valley with kids.

Note that kids are not allowed in the tasting room. Adults can purchase a wine paddle with 4 different wines to enjoy outside.

Whistler Wines does not have a kitchen, though you can order prepackaged snacks and design your own cheese platter.

Seppeltsfield Winery

Possibly the largest winery in the Barossa Valley, Seppeltsfield Winery has beautiful architecture, gardens, and picnic spots.

We visited on New Year’s Day, and they were closed, but it was still fun to wander, and many families were there having a picnic.

Most days, when everything is open, there are tours, tastings, a tasting room, shops, and a restaurant.

If your kids are 12+, they can participate in the Segway tour at Seppeltsfield Winery, which is a fun way to see the grounds.

Jacob’s Creek

One of the most well-known wineries in the Barossa Valley, Jacob’s Creek has a large field where the kids can play, and beanbags they can relax on.

Harvest Kitchen, the restaurant at Jacob’s Creek, is open for lunch daily. They have a kids’ menu of kid favorites.

Jacob’s Creek also has accommodations for up to 6 guests, all inclusive.

Yelland and Paps

Kids can play with lawn games at Yelland and Paps, a laid-back, family-friendly winery in the Barossa Valley.

Yelland and Paps also have a tree swing the kids can play on at this boutique winery.

Artisans of Barossa

If you want to try wines from a variety of Barossa Valley wineries, but don’t have a lot of time, check out Artisans of Barossa.

Artisans of Barossa has lawn games, helping make it a kid-friendly option. They also have both indoor and outdoor seating, a shop, and a wine-tasting experience.

Two Hands Wine

Kids can play in the field and with lawn games at Two Hands Wine, a kid-friendly winery in Barossa Valley.

Gibson Wines

While they are considered family-friendly every day, Gibson Wines is known for its Sunday Funday family-friendly experiences, including live music and pop-up food events.

Playgrounds in Barossa Valley

Barossa Adventure Station

For older kids, make sure to allow time at Barossa Adventure Station.

The playground is spread out and unique. It includes:

climbing area
slides
flying fox
water pump
trampoline
basketball court
swings
skate park

Toilets are located nearby. There is seating, BBQs, and lots of parking nearby.

Nuriootpa Playground

A small playground next to a train that kids can climb on, Nurioopta Playground has climbing areas, slides, and swings.

Tanuda Recreation Park Playground

Tanuda Recreation Park Playground is a small playground for younger kids.

Kids can climb, slide, swing, and play with the musical instruments. There is a water play area and a sand pit.

Shaded tables are nearby, as are toilets.

Lyndoch Recreation Park

Lyndoch Recreation Park has 3 different playgrounds geared to varying ages.

There is an oval nearby where kids can run around when it is not being used for sporting events.

More Things to Do in Barossa Valley with Kids

Barossa Bowland and Mini Golf

Take the kids bowling or play dinosaur-themed miniature golf at Barossa Bowland and Mini Golf.

The Dino Snack Bar is open daily and serves burgers, nuggets, hot dogs, fries, and other snacks. Pizza is also available.

Whispering Wall

One fun thing to do in the Barossa Valley with kids that does not involve wine is a visit to the Whispering Wall.

Not only does the Whispering Wall have beautiful scenery, but it is interactive.

Families can split into two groups, with one group heading across the bridge to the other side of the wall. There are signs so you know exactly where to stand and talk so that you can be heard from the other side.

Barossa Valley Chocolate Company

Take the kids to stock up on chocolate treats at Barossa Valley Chocolate Company.

Large windows look into the factory, and kids can watch and see how the chocolate is made.

A cafe is inside the shop. Besides desserts, they serve pizza, burgers, share plates, and snacks.

Over the South Australia school holidays, chocolate workshops for kids take place at Barossa Valley Chocolate Company. They also have kid-friendly movie nights and live music & lawn games on the weekends.

Melba’s Barossa Valley

Melba’s Chocolate Confectionery opened a new location in Barossa Valley.

In addition to buying chocolate to go, Melba’s has a cafe with both savory and sweet treats, including fondue, hot chocolate, and milkshakes.

Family-friendly events take place at Melba’s, such as school holiday entertainment and holiday events.

Melba’s has lawn games that the kids can enjoy daily.

Barossa’s Old Fashioned Sweet Shop

Stop at Barossa’s Old Fashioned Sweet Shop to pick up delicious treats to keep the kids happy on a day out at the wineries.

Barossa Sculpture Park

A unique option in the Barossa Valley, for those who need a break from the wineries, is a stop at Barossa Sculpture Park.

We probably wouldn’t go out of our way to visit the sculpture park, but as we were driving by anyway, it was a good place to walk around, check out the view, and see art.

The sculptures are located on a hill, and the walk is not fully paved.

Lyndoch Lavender Farm

The largest lavender farm in South Australia, Lyndoch Lavender Farm, offers tours, a shop, and a cafe.

Both self-guided and guided tours are available. The self-guided tour includes self-serve tea or coffee and an information leaflet. The guided tour also includes a lavender biscuit.

A morning or afternoon tea can be added to either type of tour.

Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Barossa Valley

Many of the wineries have restaurants that serve kid meals, but for those who want to eat at a restaurant not attached to a winery, here are a few options.

We opted to pick up items from the grocery store and picnic a few times in the Barossa Valley. Barossa Fresh has a wide variety of cheeses and other picnic items. They also have premade meals.

Browns Barossa Donuts

You can’t go wrong with the donuts at Browns Barossa Donuts, but beware, they will close as soon as they sell out.

Beans and Cream

Gelato and coffee are on the menu at Beans and Cream as are sandwiches, bagels, and muffins. If you are looking for a quick meal stop in Barossa Valley, check them out.

Maggie Beer’s Farm Shop

Sure, you can get platters throughout the Barossa Valley, but we wanted to visit Maggie Beer’s Farm Shop.

The kids enjoyed watching the turtles in the pond while waiting for their food, and I was happy to browse the shop.

Our kids are old enough now, but if they were toddlers, I would most likely keep them outside until the food arrived or take our platter to go. Outside seating is available.

Note that the cafe at Maggie Beer’s is different than The Eatery, which offers a 4 or 5-course tasting menu. Kids are welcome at The Eatery and can order à la carte.

At the Farm Shop Cafe, kids can order a children’s box with a Vegemite and cheese scroll, cheese slices, juice, and a surprise. Our kids won’t eat Vegemite, but they were happy to share a platter with us.

Wine, coffee, and desserts are also available.

Family-Friendly Accommodations in Barossa Valley

Barossa Shiraz Estate

For those who would love to stay at a winery with the kids, Barossa Shiraz Estate has a 3-bedroom villa, and breakfast is included.

Vine Inn

A boy jumping into the water while his sister watches from the pool. In the back, a 2 story hotel.

For family-friendly and budget-friendly accommodation in Barossa Valley, check out the Vine Inn.

We stayed at the Vine Inn during our holiday in the Barossa Valley and loved the 2-bedroom apartment with a kitchen. Laundry facilities are located at the hotel.

Vine Inn is separated into 2 buildings, and we weren’t by the pool, but it is a quick and easy drive.

Discovery Parks Barossa Valley

Whether you are camping or staying in a cabin, Discovery Parks Barossa Valley has plenty to keep kids busy.

With a pool, waterpark, playground, bouncing pillow, and activity room, kids will enjoy their time in the Barossa Valley.

Powered and unpowered sites are available as are glamping sites, cabins, and houses.

Day passes are available if you aren’t staying at Discovery Parks but want to use their waterpark.

Big4 Barossa Valley Tourist Park

Stay in a cabin or at a powered site at Big4 Barossa Valley Tourist Park.

Kids can swim in the pool, play on the playground, roast marshmallows in the communal fire-pit, play basketball on a half-court, or rent bicycles at the kid-friendly Big4 in Barossa Valley.

Novotel Barossa Valley Resort

A kid-friendly 4-star hotel, Novotel Barossa Valley Resort has plenty for both kids and adults to do.

Lots of sports options are available at Novotel Barossa Valley, including basketball, volleyball, tennis, golf, and swimming.

Families can stay in a 2-bedroom apartment

A complimentary wine tasting takes place daily.

Barossa Valley with Kids Wrap-Up

While the Barossa Valley is known for its wineries, there are plenty of things to do with kids.

Many Barossa Valley wineries are family-friendly. Our favorite Barossa Valley wineries have something for kids to do in addition to beautiful views. The kids like large fields they can play in and wineries that have yard games, including Connect 4, Jenga, and corn hole.

Our kids especially enjoyed the wineries that have a tasting for kids. While their favorite kids’ tasting was in nearby Clare Valley, they were happy with the kids’ tasting at Z Wines.

If you do not want to eat every meal out in the Barossa Valley, it is easy to pick up picnic supplies to create your own platter. There are a few parks and playgrounds where you can enjoy your picnic, or you can opt to eat by the hotel pool.

Barossa Valley has kid-friendly accommodations, including wineries and travel parks where you can camp or rent a cabin.

No matter the ages, there are plenty of fun things to do in the Barossa Valley with kids.

Looking for Fun Things to Do with Kids in Adelaide?

Adelaide is just an hour away from the Barossa Valley, and though it is a small city, there are plenty of fun things to do with kids.