Driving around the country is a great way to see the silo art in South Australia, where you can discover the fantastic water towers and silo art in small country towns and see the other side of Australia.
Hopefully, you will have the opportunity to see at least one of these artworks as you travel around this southern state.
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Contents
- 1 Water Tower Belair, Adelaide, South Australia
- 2 Silo Art Coonalbyn
- 3 Silo Art Eudunda
- 4 Silo Art Farrell Flat
- 5 Silo Art Karoonda
- 6 Silo Art Kimba
- 7 Silo Art Kingscote, Kangaroo Island
- 8 Water Tank and Pump Station Myponga
- 9 Street Art Normanville
- 10 Water Tank Salisbury, Adelaide
- 11 Water Tank Semaphore, Adelaide
- 12 Silo Art Owen
- 13 Silo Art Paringa
- 14 Silo Art Waikerie
- 15 Silo Art Wirrabara
- 16 Conclusion
- 17 Links
- 18 Travel Resources
- 19 Did You Like This Post? Then Pin It!
Water Tower Belair, Adelaide, South Australia
This water tower art is only on one side of the tower, which is good as it is behind a high fence.
There is limited parking on the side of the road, and you may have to walk back to see it.
Where it is
Located in the hilly suburb of Belair in Adelaide at 14 Sheoak Road.
Silo Art Coonalbyn
If you are coming to South Australia from Victoria, this is the first one you will come across.
This small town is a great place to stop. There is a rest area with toilets right next to the Silos. You can also refuel at a couple of cafes and a bakery.
The artist Guido van Helton took six weeks to complete the painting in March 2017. He took inspiration from the local kids, who represent hope for the town’s future.
You can read more about the silo here.
Not a silo but also worth a look is a tunnel of artwork done by the local kids.
Both sides of the tunnel show the artwork done by the local kids.
Where it is
Coonalpyn is 160 km (1 hr 48 mins) southeast of Adelaide or 111 km (1 hr 8 minutes) northwest of Bordertown.
You can’t miss the silos as they are right on the main highway.
Silo Art Eudunda
Finished in September 2021, Sam Brooks, the artist, aimed to convey more than the usual depiction of the area, while still showcasing the heart of the district.
The kids are looking across at each other, sharing tales of their experiences, lives, and cultures.
To read more about the artist’s inspiration, read here.
Where it is
Eudunda is 111 km (1 hr 19 minutes) northeast of Adelaide.
The silos viewing parking area is off Railway Parade. To reach the silos, you must walk a short distance along a path.
Silo Art Farrell Flat
Artists Jarrod Soden & Matthew Knights, completed the Farrel Flat silo in November 2020.
The silo marks the last train to pass through the historic township, which had been in operation since the late 1800s.
Where it is
Farrell Flat is 148 km (1 hr 53 minutes) from Adelaide. The silos are on the corner of Patterson Terrace and Napier Street.
Parking is on the street or the dirt patch next to the silos.
Silo Art Karoonda
Karoonda’s is the largest silo art I’ve seen so far, and it can be seen from 10 km away.
The railway station and local animals are decorated across these seven silos. The artist is Heesco from Melbourne, and he completed it in July 2019.
This was also the first in Australia where you could experience silo art both by day and night, although I haven’t had the opportunity to see it at night yet.
Every night, artwork from local South Australians is projected on the silos from sunset, making this a must-see tourist destination.
It is ever-changing and lasts approximately 3 hours, rain or shine, so be sure to plan to stay and enjoy the show.
Afterwards, you could take advantage of one of the free camping spots in town.
Where it is
Karoonda silo art is 146 km (1 hr 46 minutes) east of Adelaide.
Parking is on Karoonda Highway, or a larger park is adjacent to the silos.
Silo Art Kimba
Artist Cam Scale has painted a girl in a wheat field at sunset on these silos in Kimba.
The silo art was completed in September 2017, and it’s a great place to stop as it’s halfway across Australia.
Where it is
Kimba is 465 km (5 hours and 3 minutes) northwest of Adelaide or 156 km (1 hour and 39 minutes) southwest of Port Augusta.
The silos are located on Railway Terrace with on-street parking in front.
Silo Art Kingscote, Kangaroo Island
I haven’t seen this silo, but it is located on Kangaroo Island, which is well worth the visit.
The art silo was completed in late January 2022 by artists Cam Scale & Andrew Davis.
Showing the wildlife of Kangaroo Island, including a 25-meter Kangaroo and a Glossy Black Cockatoo, this area needs tourists back after the devastating bushfires of 2019-2020, which destroyed much wildlife and 22% of the island.
Slowly, nature is recovering, and tourists are returning in droves, rebuilding the towns and islands to their former glory as a paradise for nature.
For more information on the Kingscote art silo, click the link here.
Where it is
This silo art is on Kangaroo Island off the southern tip of the Fleurieu Peninsula. It’s located in Kingscote at the corner of Addison and Karatta Streets.
Water Tank and Pump Station Myponga
You have two pieces of artwork down this street: an older water tank behind a fence and the newer, colourful artwork on the red brick pump station in the reservoir grounds.
The residents of this small town chose local artist Chad Spencer’s piece, “Lovely Valley,” which was completed in August 2021.
Where it is
You’ll find two pieces of artwork down Hansen Street in Myponga, 59 km south of Adelaide on the Fleurieu Peninsula.
The newest artwork is located at the end of Hansen Street, and the older water tank is situated behind a fence on the right-hand side, near the end.
Street Art Normanville
A nice piece of street art is on the side of a building in Normanville.
Where it is
You’ll see this art as soon as you turn onto Cheesman Street on the right-hand side of the road.
Water Tank Salisbury, Adelaide
Two water tanks are brightly painted, showing off this part of Salisbury.
It was completed in February 2021 by Ella Simpson, depicting athletes as it borders a sports ground.
Where it is
The Bridgestone Reserve is on Frost Road.
A car park is next to the sports ground, and you’ll see the tanks off to your right.
Water Tank Semaphore, Adelaide
Walking along the Semaphore Beach foreshore, you will find this colourful water tank off to the side.
You will know you are at the beach with a Seagull and a local Blue Swimmer Crab painted on its surface.
Where it is
Semaphore Beach is 17 km northwest of Adelaide City.
You will find the water tank beside the public toilets south of the Pier.
Silo Art Owen
Finished before ANZAC Day 2021, the artists Robert Hannaford & Cam Scale have paid tribute to the Gallipoli veterans in this artwork.
From harvesting wheat in 1914 to filling sandbags for the trenches in Gallipoli in 1915, this silo art illustrates how rapidly life changed for these men at the onset of World War I.
Where it is
The Owen silos are 85 km (1 hour and 2 minutes) north of Adelaide. Parking is available on Railway Terrace, directly in front of the silos.
Silo Art Paringa
If you’ve come across the border from Mildura, this is the Art Silo for you in Paringa.
Artist Jack Fran and Sam Brooks completed these silos in January 2021. The painting depicts local legend Possum, as well as the area’s wildlife, a houseboat, and the P.S. Industry.
The artwork depicts life on the Murray River in both the past and the present.
Four faces are on each side: George Disher, Sister Elaine Balfour-Ogilvy, Captain Pearl Wallace, and Charles Francis Chaffey.
Where it is
Paringa silos are 262 km (2 hr 53 minutes) northeast of Adelaide or 142 km (1 hr 33 minutes) west of Mildura, Victoria.
A dirt road off the Sturt Highway takes you up to the silos where you can park. Also, here is the entrance to the Renmark Paringa Community Museum.
Silo Art Waikerie
Waikerie is a great place to see not only silo art but also the Murray River attractions.
Two artists, Jimmy DVate and Garry Duncan, painted one each. The paintings depict the local fauna and flora, including native fish, frogs, yabbies, a spiny daisy, a regent parrot, and the rain moth.
Where it is
Waikerie silo art is 183 km (1 hr 58 minutes) northeast of Adelaide on Ian Oliver Drive.
There is a huge car park, and you can easily see both sides of the silos.
Silo Art Wirrabara
One of my favourites, Wirrabara, was painted by Sam Bates (otherwise known as Smug) and completed in October 2018.
Sam met Dion Lebrun, the man he painted on the silo, at Tumby Bay’s Colour Tumby Street Art Festival, which he organised. He portrays him as a forestry worker, a common occupation in this area.
The other silos show the rich flora and fauna you will also find here.
Where it is
Wirrabara silos are 236 km (2 hr 42 minutes) north of Adelaide or 93 km (1 hr and 7 minutes) southeast of Port Augusta off Forest Road.
There is a large car park and parkland with tables, perfect for enjoying this artwork.
Conclusion
I hope this blog has inspired you to visit these silos and their regional towns. A day trip or weekend getaway will give you the chance to explore another part of the country and escape the pace of city life.
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This is such an amazing art. Wirrabara is my favorite on the list as well.
They are all fantastic, but Wirrabara does edge in front for me, just. I have more to see and add, and more are being painted, so a new favourite may pop up unexpectantly.
I love to see street art wherever I travel but silo art is a first for me. I am fascinated. I would love to watch a documentary about these artists’ work in Australia. Great article.
Thanks, Terri. I’m not sure that there is anything out on Silo Art and its artists, but it would make a fascinating watch.
I love this!! How amazing that communities have coordinates in this way to make art out of industrial buildings. Just fantastic. We are hoping to return to Australia a year from now. May be can see this then!
Keep an eye on my blogs for more silo art posts. There is always more being painted, so I’m sure you will have plenty to see whenever you are travelling here.
I am truly fascinated with this silo art. I have never seen anything like this on our travels. I would certainly plan to see several of these stunning pieces on a visit to Australia. I love how they use a full scene across multiple silos.
It is amazing how quickly they do it too, Linda. Hopefully, when you visit, you can visit them, as up close is the best way to view them.
I’ve been intrigued by the silo art for so long so I loved this guide, would love to see some of it one day!
I hope you do get to visit one day, Cassie. There are more being added every year, so I’m sure you will have a lot to see when you arrive in Australia.
I had no idea silo art was such a thing in Australia. As a huge fan of street art, I’m so intrigued! I’m hoping to head to Australia in 2024 so this will be fun to look for.
It’s everywhere in Australia, Juli, and growing. Hopefully, you’ll get to see some when you’re in Australia.
I just love when people make art out of what would otherwise be an unpleasant blob to look at. This is an impressive collection!
It is Heather, and it is great for regional tourism. A real win for everyone.
WOW! What an unique way to showcase art.. I have never seen art on silos before..totally cool!
Very cool, Jenn, and it’s great for regional tourism.
I love that they’re incorporating art! Like..if you’re gonna have a giant slab somewhere, might as well turn it into a canvas!
I couldn’t agree more, Kay.