Local Attractions
Base yourself with us while you visit our region…
Base yourself at the Burra Motor Inn within the heritage listed township of Burra whilst you discover parks and wildlife, walk the trails of great men in history such as Sir Hubert Wilkins, General Douglass McArthur, Henry Bryan, and pioneers of the Merino wool industry, and explore the beautiful Goyder region and experience it’s diverse attractions.
See the many mining structures and town architecture that date back to when Copper was discovered here in 1845. Discover the Burra Burra ‘Monster Mine’ right here in the middle of the town. It was the largest mine in Australia and was operated from 1845 to 1877.
See the Burra Regional Art Gallery featuring artwork from local artists, and purchase a Burra Heritage Passport from the Visitor Information Centre and enjoy access to numerous historic sites and museums for the duration of your stay.
Experience the rural setting and country lifestyle in an agricultural service centre for the Goyder Region, a town that became known as the ‘Merino capital of the world’ due to the local merino wool industry earning recognition nationally and internationally.
Only 30 minutes from the beautiful Clare Valley, it is the perfect base to explore wineries, the historical walking, riding and driving trails.
Stay a little longer and visit a few of the numerous attractions within an hour of Burra. Visit historic townships such as Terowie & Mintaro (and many more listed below), experience the rail history of the region at Steamtown, taste the wines at the Cellar doors of world-renowned wineries in the Clare Valley & the Barossa Valley a little further afield.
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The Goyder Region
- discover local mining heritage and history as you visit 49 historical sites with keyed access to 8 locked sites with the Heritage Pass and free access to local museums, or join in on a guided tour
- research family history and view the photographic displays of times past in the recently refurbished Town Hall, and the Sir Hubert Wilkins Ephemera Display, a privately-owned collection of ephemera relating to the life and achievements of South Australian Sir Hubert Wilkins; Polar explorer, cinematographer, aviator, scientist, photographer, and climatologist.
- relax and unwind with a picnic at the picturesque Burra Creek Gorge, or by the duck pond at Thomas Pickett Reserve within the Burra Creek ecosystem
- play a round of golf on the 18 hole Burra Golf Course
- shop for antiques & collectibles in local stores and markets
- admire local art by very talented artists at local art galleries including the Burra Regional Art Gallery.
- attend festivals and events such as the ever popular Goyder Open Gardens, or exhibitions during the SALA festival
- drive the scenic drives such as the Dare’s Hill Circuit, featuring Australian wildlife, magnificent views from Dare’s Hill summit, passing by Collinsville Station, ruins of Piltimitiappa Homestead and Ketchowla station, or the Colin Thiele Driving Trail.
- visit Sir Hubert Wilkins Cottage, birthplace of Sir Hubert Wilkins and read about the history of Sir Hubert Wilkins
- discover the rail history of Mid-North towns such as Tarlee, Riverton, Manora, Burra, Mount Bryan, Terowie & Peterborough
- visit towns oozing with tales of the past such as Mount Bryan, Hallett, Terowie, Booborowie & Farrell Flat
- walk or ride the Heysen & Mawson trails
- visit Red Banks Conservation Park, the site of the significant megafauna discoveries, and the beautifully restored Burra Railway Station to view fossilised remains of extinct marsupials and also learn about the regions rail history.
Would you like to know more?
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Parking at Burra Motor Inn
Travelling with a camper or trailer? Our Parking Guide explains where to park safely before heading out to explore Burra’s attractions..
Friendly ducks at Burra Creek
You may spot a few of our local ducks wandering up from Burra Creek during your stay. While regional nature groups recommend letting wildlife find their own food, we know many visitors still enjoy a quiet visit with them. If you do wish to offer a small treat, please avoid bread and processed foods. A handful of thawed peas, corn, chopped leafy greens, or suitable duck pellets are good options, many of which may be sourced from the local supermarket . Please feed them sparingly and on land, well away from the water, to help keep our feathered neighbours and the creek healthy.
Current Weather Conditions
View current weather conditions onsite at Burra Motor Inn, within the township of Burra, across the Goyder Region and further afield, visit our weather page.
Explore Burra in a day
If you’re only with us for a short stay but still want to make the most of your time, the map below highlights attractions right here in Burra
The Clare Valley Wine Region is a short, half hour drive from Burra
