If you’re looking for a family-friendly adventure in the Clare Valley with a little bit of “wow, this is actually really cool”, the Burra Heritage Passport is a must-do on your next Clare Valley road trip. Think of it as a real-life treasure hunt through one of South Australia’s best-preserved mining towns. The kids will love unlocking doors with the official key and exploring everything from old gaols to underground cellars. The passport gives you access to 11 historic sites plus the Burra Copper Mining Trail, our favourite part of the adventure, a scenic self-drive or walk that brings the town’s 1800s copper boom to life.
It’s not free, but it’s great value for a full day (or two) of exploring. Prices are $35 per adult, $30 concession, and FREE for kids 15 and under, plus a $50 refundable key deposit per group, and you’ll get that back when you return it. The passport also includes a guidebook and entry to multiple sites you simply can’t access otherwise, making it feel like a bit of a VIP history experience. For more info or to plan your visit, head here: Burra Heritage Passport details & bookings
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