With the Magic Millions SA Raceday just around the corner, it's not too late to plan a weekend getaway and enjoy Murray Bridge and its surroundings.
If you look to set up camp within Murray Bridge, you can travel 30 minutes in any direction out and be on a hot lap around a race track or sipping on amazing SA wines.
Monarto Safari Park - 13 minutes from Murray Bridge
Offering over 1500 hectares of open plains, housing 50 species of animals, Monarto Safari Park is the largest safari experience to exist outside of Africa. You can choose to jump on the zu-loop bus to each of the viewing platforms, and wind through the animals enclosures, or if you are feeling extra energetic, pack your hiking boots and make the 10km trek around the park.
Image courtesy of Monarto Safari Park Facebook
The Bend Motorsport Park - 25 minutes from Murray Bridge
A one shop stop for all revheads, The Bend Motorsport Park is a world class motorsport facility offering something for those looking at a bit of a adrenaline rush. Take in a race event, jump in a V8 for a hot lap with or without a driver, or take on one of the three go-kart tracks.
Image courtesy of The Bend Motorsport Park Facebook
Langhorne Creek Wine Region - 28 minutes from Murray Bridge
Langhorne Creek is one of Australia's oldest wine grape districts. Vineyards were first planted in the 1860's at Langhorne Creek on the banks of the Bremer River. The region rests between the Adelaide Hills and Lake Alexandrina, and offers 12 wineries for those looking to slow the pace down after burning rubber.
Image courtesy of Lakebreeze Wines Facebook
Mannum - 25 minutes from Murray Bridge
Founded in 1854, the beautiful township of Mannum is a paradise if you are looking to take on a hiking trail, jump on a boat for a Murray River cruise, play a round of golf, or jump in the chauferred car for an Outback Pub tour.
Image courtesy of WalkingSA website
If you are looking to stay within the Murray Bridge township itself, you aren't short of options. Take a cruise down the Murray River, check out the racing at the speedway, pack the picnic basket and immerse yourself in Murray Bridge history at The Round House, or take a stroll around the Murray Bridge Golf Club.
General Admission and Hospitality tickets are now available for the Murray Bridge Magic Millions SA Raceday via Moshtix.
When - Saturday 5th March
Gates Open - 11am
Fashions At The Races event