Top 10 Free Things to do in Mount Gambier, South Australia

July 17, 2021 Franklyn Hardiman

Discover the best top things to do in Mount Gambier, Australia including Umpherston Sinkhole, The Blue Lake, Western Tavern - Mt Gambier, Mount Gambier Rsl War Museum, The Valley Lake, Mount Schank, Mount Gambier Visitor Centre, Mount Gambier Public Library, The Railway Lands, Cave Gardens.
Restaurants in Mount Gambier

1. Umpherston Sinkhole

Jubilee Highway East, Mount Gambier, South Australia 5290 Australia +61 8 8724 9750 http://www.mountgambierpoint.com.au/attractions/umpherston-sinkhole/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 1,297 reviews

Umpherston Sinkhole

Reviewed By KellyH881

Really pretty. Surprisingly there are quite a few little hidden trails in the garden to make it a magical place for a toddler too. Truly a beautiful place to visit... and lots of room for a picnic lunch, or grab an icecream from.the little kiosk.

2. The Blue Lake

John Watson Drive, Mount Gambier, South Australia 5290 Australia +61 1800 087 187 http://www.mountgambier.sa.gov.au/page.aspx?u=3385
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4.5 based on 1,500 reviews

The Blue Lake

Reviewed By darryl338

The Blue Lake in Mount Gambier is a beautiful scenic venue for casually strolling around and if inclined you can do a Park Run at 8 am on a Saturday morning taking in the majestic old volcano holding the towns water supply. Fantastic colour at the right time of the year . Also enjoy the coffee and cakes at the cafe after a tour of the water pumping station. Excellent.

3. Western Tavern - Mt Gambier

178 Jubilee Highway West, Mount Gambier, South Australia 5290 Australia +61 8 8723 1200 http://www.ourhotels.com.au/westerntavern/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 12 reviews

Western Tavern - Mt Gambier

4. Mount Gambier Rsl War Museum

16 Sturt St, Mount Gambier, South Australia 5290 Australia +61 8 8725 8181 [email protected] http://www.mountgambierrsl.com.au/war.html
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4.5 based on 36 reviews

Mount Gambier Rsl War Museum

5. The Valley Lake

Davison Drive, Mount Gambier, South Australia 5290 Australia +61 1800 087 187 http://www.mountgambier.sa.gov.au
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4.5 based on 170 reviews

The Valley Lake

Reviewed By 151nathanm - Adelaide, Australia

Never seen the Valley Lake before, as the Blue Lake is the biggest attraction. Big hard to find, but travel via caravan park road. Seen jet ski and ski boat on lake. Great wildlife park right next door seeing Kangaroos and Wallabies.

6. Mount Schank

Mount Gambier, South Australia 5291 Australia
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4.5 based on 110 reviews

Mount Schank

Reviewed By harrisju

Not a hard climb as there are concrete steps and plenty of places to stop. It’s about 130m from the car park. The walk around the volcano rim is spectacular with amazing views. It’s a bit dangerous in parts with loose gravel and the path is sometimes close to the cliff edge.

7. Mount Gambier Visitor Centre

35 Jubilee Hwy W, Mount Gambier, South Australia 5290 Australia +61 8 8724 9750 [email protected] http://www.discovermountgambier.com.au
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4.5 based on 128 reviews

Mount Gambier Visitor Centre

Mount Gambier Visitor Information Centre provides a warm welcome and a wide range of brochures, with qualified staff ready to assist you to get the best out of your visit to Mount Gambier. Get a taste of the region as you explore the Discovery Centre located within the centre. Public toilets, ample parking, large vehicle parking, bus departure bay, disabled access, after hours information at the front door. Open daily, Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm and Saturday and Sunday and Public Holidays from 10:00am to 4:00pm.

Reviewed By MACIMI - West Kelowna, Canada

We have rarely been disappointed stopping at visitor centres in Victoria and this one was no exception. A very knowledgeable lady filled us up with info and brochures and offered suggestions for people of our vintage to go and see and enjoy. The museum was very informative. There is plenty of parking and the toilets were spotless. One suggestion, when you drive out the exit, take it easy as the slope to the street has quite a bump at the end. If your car is low, be careful.

8. Mount Gambier Public Library

6 Watson Terrace, Mount Gambier, South Australia 5290 Australia +61 8 8721 2540 [email protected] http://mountgambier.sa.gov.au/library
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4.5 based on 29 reviews

Mount Gambier Public Library

If you haven't visited a library for a few years, come and take a look. The library of today is probably not the place you remember. Our children's area is a delight to explore with a replica cave for them to explore. Along with free internet computers, Wi-Fi and materials to loan the library also hosts The Bookmark Cafe with views overlooking the cave garden.

9. The Railway Lands

Railway Terrace, Mount Gambier, South Australia Australia http://www.mountgambier.sa.gov.au/page.aspx
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4.5 based on 16 reviews

The Railway Lands

Reviewed By Teenaw745 - Mount Gambier, Australia

The defunct Mount Gambier Rail Lands have been converted into a walking and cycling path that is suitable for people of all ages to use. The paths are wide and flat - a perfect place to take the kids for a bike ride. The central section of the Rail Lands has a lovely playground and "wetlands" area for the kids to play along with a BBQ area. It a nice safe area centrally located! Love it!

10. Cave Gardens

Watson Dr, Mount Gambier, South Australia 5290 Australia +61 1800 087 187
Excellent
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4.0 based on 421 reviews

Cave Gardens

Reviewed By 946theresed

In the heart of the city near the library a stunning rose garden at the entrance. A cave garden with balcony's overlooking from the sides. At night coloured lights project across the cave. (But unfortjnately the additional sound and light show was not running due to vandalism whilst we visited) Visited sever times, its free Its beautiful

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