Waite Historic Precinct

An accredited museum and one of South Australia's most historically significant houses.

Surrounding Urrbrae House, the gardens incorporate the 20th Century Rose Garden, the Sensory Garden, Coach House Garden, Garden of Discovery and our First Nations Food Garden.

Occupying 25 hectares and containing more than 2,300 trees all growing under natural rainfall.

Located in the Adelaide Hills face area, comprises 121 hectares, of which 110 hectares are under Heritage Agreement.

Useful information for visitors to Waite Arboretum, Waite Conservation Reserve and the Urrbrae House Historic Precinct.

Please see What's On for opening times, upcoming events and tours.

Please note that Urrbrae House may be closed to the public on occasions for University activities.

The house and gardens may be closed on days of extreme heat and/or fire danger. Check our What's On page for relevant updates.