7 McLaren Vale Christmas Gift Ideas
Stuck, confused, or yet to decide on a Christmas present for your friends or family members in McLaren Vale? The region is overflowing with gift ideas that feel thoughtful or deliciously indulgent without tipping into cliché territory.
Willunga Gallery Petal & Pins Print Springtime Dress
Got a fashion-lover or florist on your gifting list? Then consider this imaginative A2-sized signed digital print from Willunga Gallery. It’s printed on thick cotton rag art paper using water based archival inks for a beautiful long-lasting image of the dress. It’s the kind of art that softens a room instantly and feels perfect for someone who appreciates beauty in small, poetic details. Note: it comes unframed in a clear sleeve with cardboard backing. $170
Australian Map Gifts McLaren Vale DIY Gift Hamper Box
If you've enjoyed holidays together in McLaren Vale, or they're simply obsessed with the region, why not create a gift hamper for them filled with amazing items depicting the region? Using the pull-down menu, add your choice of a McLaren Vale wine region map apron, tea towel, tote bag, A4 print, A6 greeting card and the Australian Food & Wine Festival Calendar which features over 100 events over 15 months in Australia (January 2026–March 2027). While it's a wholesale-only website, you can contact Australian Map Gifts directly to arrange a purchase. $130
Bloom Art Experience Gift Voucher
A Bloom voucher is the perfect gift for someone whose happy place involves brush strokes, colour splashes, or has always wanted to attend an art workshop. In this bespoke art experience, Kate and Emily will teach in their preferred mediums of acrylics and oils and will provide creative guidance in a kind and supportive way. So, if your partner, friend, or sibling has always wanted to learn how to paint, then give them this gift voucher and share the joy in the process of painting while learning new skills. They will receive a voucher via email to use within 2 years. From $50
Kookery Culinary Card Co
Swap the usual Christmas greeting cards for these cheeky food-themed greeting cards from Kookery Culinary Card Co and watch your recipient squeal in delight or amused at the creativity. In addition to their fabulous array of kitchenware, Kookery Culinary Card Co has a charming collection of food-themed greeting cards beautifully illustrated (and cute enough to pin to a fridge or frame) with an image of a popular food ingredient and recipe. Now, this is a unique, perfect gift for kitchen lovers, a friend who's always hosting dinner parties, or even your partner. Cards range from Marinated Feta Recipe to Crab Linguini with Lemon & Chilli Recipe, with prices from $5.95 each to $49.95 (usually $71.40) for a set of 12.
Hugh Hamilton A Little Indulgence Gift Hamper
It's called ‘Little Indulgence’, yet there's nothing little about this hamper. This generous gift hamper from McLaren winery Hugh Hamilton is the kind of hamper you send to your parents, partner, or relative with an impeccable taste. It contains a bottle of The Drama Queen Méthode Traditionnelle and The Rascal Shiraz, dressing, condiment, almonds, olives, dukkah, Champagne stopper, Black Sheep Tea Towel, assorted chocolates, and a personalised gift card. $169
Star of Greece Gift Voucher
If you're looking for something fancier, say fine dining and all, then consider a gift voucher to one of McLaren Vale’s most famous restaurants. Few experiences beat a sunlit lunch perched above the cliffs of Port Willunga. The Star of Greece isn't just renowned for its knockout views but also the incredible food that matches its surroundings, and the approachable ambience of the room. Cop a voucher and treat your partner, best buddy, or anyone who lights up at any excuse to escape and feel like a summer movie character to this special lunch. You can get a gift voucher for $100, $150, or $200.
Small Batch Wine Tours –Shared Group
Got wine-curious friends or family members on the gifting list this Christmas, or do you plan to make it a family day outing? Here's a great option. Rally the crew and venture off the beaten path with Small Batch to discover hidden-gem wineries on a premium McLaren Vale shared wine tour. You'll be collected from Adelaide or Glenelg, and driven to McLaren Vale, with a sample itinerary visiting Oliver’s Taranga, Gem Tree Wines, Samuel Gorge Wines and a delicious restaurant lunch. Ideal for couples, siblings, or friends who prefer their holidays served with good company and great wine. For 2–6 people. From $375pp
Australian Map Gifts helps champion Australian tourism through its range of beautifully watercolour-illustrated tourist map gifts including aprons, greeting cards, postcards, tea towels and tote bags, all lightweight souvenirs to help visitors remember their adventures and plan new destinations. Check out our range of McLaren Vale map gifts.