Burra Heritage Bikes
Discover Burra’s fascinating history in a fresh and exciting way with Burra Heritage Bikes, the perfect complement to the iconic Burra Heritage Passport tour. Pedal through the town’s 11 key heritage sites.
Bon Accord Mining Museum
The Bon Accord Mine Complex Museum is open 10-1pm everyday (except wednesdays or days forecast above 38 degrees)
The original mine office and workshop exhibits displays of the Burra copper mining area, 1845-1877.
Burra Skate Park
The Burra Skate Park has recently been upgraded, with the official opening held on Sunday 30th May 2021. The new Skate Park development includes an extension to the original skate ramp which was designedand created by skate park specialists Grind Projects, as well as a youth nature play space developed by nature play designers Climbing…
Who was Johnny Green?
Part science, part history, part open-air museum, “Who was Johnny Green?” is a new location-based mobile adventure to discover the national heritage of Burra, where Cornish mining technology, skills and culture were once demonstrated to a high degree. But there is also a mystery to solve as you play! Before you begin, download the ‘Discover…
Guided Tour
The Burra and Goyder Visitor Information Centre are happy to arrange group tours for coach companies and special interest groups such as school, car clubs and seniors. Please download a Booking form and email to the to the Burra and Goyder Information Centre : mailto: discover@visitburra.com Tour Group Booking SheetSchool Group Booking Sheet
Burra Heritage Passport
Be sure to grab the Heritage Passport Key from the Burra & Goyder Visitor Information Centre, for the kids we have the Scavenger Hunt sheet that is sure to keep them occupied…..
The Passport allows you access to nine locked sites, including the Monster Mine area, Redruth Gaol, the underground Unicorn Brewery cellars and the Dugouts. Free entry to Burra’s Museums during their opening hours is now included with the cost of the passport! A comprehensive guide book details 49 historic sites over an 11 km driving trail. Available seven days a week from the Burra and Goyder Visitor Centre.
St Mary’s Church
Built in 1879 this lovely church is open for public viewing daily.
The church boasts a 1905 Dodd pipe organ as well as some amazing stained glass windows made by Edward Brooks, South Australia’s first stained glass maker.
Fossil Display
A fossil display of the world’s largest marsupial, the Diprotodon, may be enjoyed at the newly restored Burra Railway Station.
The Station is open from 11am – 1pm, 7 days a week.
For more information, please contact:
Burra & Goyder Visitor Information Centre on (08) 8892 2154 or email discover@visitburra.com.
Department for Environment and Heritage Burra (08) 8892 3025
Burra Railway Station
The Burra Railway Station is a great place to visit. Not only has it been lovingly restored from dereliction and showcases railway history, it is also a function centre, houses the Diprotodon display and boasts a unique bed and breakfast.
The Station is open daily from 11am – 1pm.
For updates, visit their website and Facebook.
Burra Regional Art Gallery
A beautiful building with excellent spaces for showing work, from the small and intimate to the huge and confronting.
The Gallery also includes a small retail shop of affordable high quality works.
Situated within the old Burra Telegraph and Post Office building, from which J McDouall Stuart sent his message in Dec 1862, to inform the SA authorities that he had successfully crossed Australia.
View exhibition details, artist profiles, annual competitions and much more at the Burra Regional Art Gallery website here.
Open 1-4pm Tuesday – Sunday
The Gallery is also part of the Clare Valley Art Trail, showcasing a range of galleries spanning from Burra to Balaklava. The map can be accessed here.