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Umpherston Sinkhole / Balumbul
Tourist attraction
Created in 1886, this sunken garden includes viewing platforms, benches, sculptures & walking paths.
4.70 (5.9K reviews)
(~2.85 km from centre)
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Blue Lake Lookout
Tourist attraction
Observation deck providing visitors scenic views of a lake formed in a volcanic crater.
4.70 (1.1K reviews)
(~2.61 km from centre)
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Apex Lookout
Scenic spot
👍👍 We loved the walk around the beautiful blue lake. The view from the top is amazing. This is one of the major attractions of Mt Gambier. We definitely had a quality time here and would love to go again.
4.70 (735 reviews)
(~2.15 km from centre)
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Echo Farm
Farm household tour
👍👍 Damian the tour guide, done a marvellous job of feeding, taking care of the animals with the help of "Odin" the dog and explain the history of the farms - especially the old house at the reception.
4.90 (161 reviews)
(~4.46 km from centre)
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Blue Lake / Warwar
Tourist attraction
Lake in a volcanic crater that turns a deep blue color between December & March looped by a trail.
4.70 (255 reviews)
(~2.52 km from centre)
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Centenary Tower
Tourist attraction
1904 tower at the summit of Mt Gambier offering views over the volcanic, lake-dotted countryside.
4.60 (390 reviews)
(~2.86 km from centre)
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Mount Gambier Visitor Centre
Visitor center
👍👍 I have started going to information centers each new place I travel to and they are amazing, Mount Gambier did not disappoint. Lovely lady came up to me and produced a large map and circled all the places I should go to during my stay. Got some good brochures too. Had a back room showing video of ca...
4.50 (811 reviews)
(~0.49 km from centre)
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Valley Lake Conservation Park
Nature preserve
Visitors can spot kangaroos, koalas & other native species in this nature area with walking paths.
4.60 (306 reviews)
(~2.43 km from centre)
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Vansittart Park
Park
Neighborhood recreation spot with a botanical garden, picnic tables, a playground & walking trail.
4.50 (392 reviews)
(~0.7 km from centre)
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Cave Garden / Thugi
Park
A huge sinkhole stands at the center of this landscaped garden with seasonal events.
4.30 (1.8K reviews)
(~0.53 km from centre)
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Potters Point Lookout
Scenic spot
👍👍 It’s an aesthetic drive on a short windy mountainous road, shaded on one side by the mountainside edge and its flora, and on the other side, an open picturesque of the town below. If you choose not to drive, there is also a footpath at your convenience, canopied by trees and bushes of the local wild...
4.70 (132 reviews)
(~2.06 km from centre)
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Umpherston Cave
Tourist attraction
Landscaped gardens with ferns & hydrangeas fill this limestone sinkhole, also a habitat for possums.
4.80 (96 reviews)
(~2.82 km from centre)
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Riddoch Arts & Cultural Centre
Art gallery
👍 Did not come here for the 'art', only for the volcano history film of Mount Gambier's creation. The film goes for approx an hour, but is very well done offering information on volcanic activity, indigenous settlers and evolution of crater lakes etc. and the Mount Gambier area in general. The staff m...
4.60 (140 reviews)
(~0.45 km from centre)
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Engelbrecht Cave
Tourist attraction
In the center of a mountain, this sinkhole cave system features guided tours & a lake for diving.
4.20 (965 reviews)
(~0.94 km from centre)
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Blue Lake Reserve
Park
👍👍 The natural beauty of this lake astounds me every time I am there. The water is so perfectly blue in the warmer months. A unique experience.
4.70 (91 reviews)
(~2.89 km from centre)
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Valley Lake/Ketla Malpi
Park
👍👍 Really great place. Beautiful scenery, the water is crystal clear with a nice view. Some native birds will visit you if you're friendly enough. Spent almost 2 hours as the weather was really nice. Enough parking. Worth visiting it if you love the peace.
4.70 (65 reviews)
(~2.17 km from centre)