Old Tailem Town

Day trips & tours

First established in 1982, old Tailem Town is now Australia's largest Pioneer Village, visited by tourists all over the world. With over 110 buildings for you to visit all furnished with original artifacts as they were a century ago. There are 30 shops all stocked with original packets and hardware. Call in and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and see what life was like for settlers in South Australia from 1860-1960.

Stroll through this wonderful place at your leisure

Information

Website

www.tailemtown.com.au

Address

8552 Princes Highway Tailem Bend

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