Discover the wonders of Murray Bridge for an unforgettable family escapade just a short drive away from Adelaide!
Within an hour’s journey, you’ll find a city that is rich in history, blessed by Mother Nature, and home to some of the friendliest locals in the state – welcome to Murray Bridge.
While renowned for its majestic river, Murray Bridge offers more than just river-based sports and activities. With its Mediterranean climate, breathtaking landscapes and an enviable lifestyle, Murray Bridge is the perfect place to spend a day exploring with your tribe.
And here’s the very best way to plan your trip!
Day Trip Highlights
Start your journey by packing your bags and hitting the road early to arrive at Monarto Safari Park – the largest in the world outside of Africa. With doors opening at 9:30am, immerse yourself in encounters with lions, rhinos, and cheetahs, whilst jumping on and off the zu-loop bus to explore all the activities of the park!
After hours of exploring, you’ll be looking for a bite to eat, and just 15 minutes up the road is the heart of Murray Bridge, where you can enjoy a beautiful lunch on the banks of the Murray River. 1924 Riverfront Steakhouse is a great family friendly venue that locals love, or opt for a leisurely picnic at Long Island Reserve, the perfect riverfront destination for a family BBQ. Don’t forget to say hello to the Murray Bridge Bunyip while you’re there!
Once fueled up, venture southeast for 15 minutes to Old Tailem Town Pioneer Village and discover what life was like for locals in years gone by. For a refreshing finale, swing by the Murray Bridge Swimming Centre on your way back, offering a plethora of aquatic activities which will be sure to tire the kids out for the drive back home!
Day Trip Itinerary
Stop 1: A (large) slice of Africa
Embark on your journey at Monarto Safari Park, an open range zoo that is home to 50 of the world’s most exotic animals, including lions, cheetahs, rhinos, zebras and giraffes. This sanctuary promises an immersive experience for the whole family!
Stop 2: A long and lazy lunch
Drive 15 minutes southeast and you’ll find yourself in the heart of Murray Bridge, at stunning Long Island Reserve. Nestled along the banks of the Murray River, this reserve is a favourite for tourists and locals alike. Admire the views of Isle Charlotte, the long island that splits the river in two, or enjoy a refreshing dip and a play on the playground. Our suggestion? Grab some snags and heat up one of the provided BBQs for a delicious Aussie lunch!
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Situated in the picturesque Sturt Reserve, the 1924 Riverfront Steakhouse stands as a cherished gem for both locals and travelers, drawn to its inviting riverside charm and delicious menu. Whether you choose to enjoy the surrounding playgrounds and skate park, or simply observe the passage of houseboats along the waterway, this venue stands out as a great dining spot within the region.
Stop 3: Say hello to Bertha
Once your lunch has settled it’s time to get back into your adventure. Take a scenic stroll upstream and you’ll meet the famed Murray Bridge Bunyip, Bertha. We don’t want to say too much, lest we ruin the surprise, so we’ll just tell you that this very Australian attraction is more than worth a look.
Stop 4: Step back in time
Old Tailem Town Pioneer Village
Returning to your car, you’ll only need to drive 15 minutes to go 150+ years back in time. Old Tailem Town is the biggest Pioneer Village in the Southern Hemisphere, and captures South Australian history through the eyes of European settlers from 1860 to 1960. Each of the 115 buildings has been carefully restored to capture a specific moment in South Australian time, and the 15 streets allow you to quite literally walk through a century of progress.
Stop 5: One last dip!
At this point you may be getting tired after a long day of fun, in which case Adelaide is just an hour’s drive down the highway. But if the kids are still full of beans, there’s no better place to visit than the Murray Bridge Swimming Centre. Along with it’s olympic size swimming pool, the centre offers five kids’ waterslides, a huge water dumping bucket and plenty of water features for toddlers and babies.
After your big day of exploring, jump back on the highway and drive back to Adelaide, less than an hour via the South Eastern Freeway. While the kids doze off, you can begin to plan your next trip to the fun, exciting, thriving city that is Murray Bridge.
Whatever your day trip plans include, you’re sure to enjoy the food, friendly faces and relaxed lifestyle of Murray Bridge – just another reason you’ll be keen to make Newbridge your home.
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