Adelaide Locations

The wine and festival capital of Australia, Adelaide is a place to experience the buzz, culture and convenience of a big city without the frustrations. The city centre, surrounded by parklands, is a charming blend of historic buildings, wide streets.. read more

Swim with the sea's friendliest locals who inhabit the waters at Glenelg, just 20 minutes from Adelaide. Catamaran cruises provide the perfect eco- friendly way to watch dolphins as they go about their daily play on the sandy shoreline. read more

Grange is well known as the home for some of Australia's best red wines. Take a tour and discover the history of the Grange vineyards. Visit Grange cottage or Maggil Estate winery and taste a drop of red not to mention some of the scrumptious meals being.. read more

It's easy to understand the garden's popularity with its range of attractions, including the picturesque Botanic Park, the International Rose Garden, the stunning Bicentennial Conservatory, the Museum of Economic Botany and the enchanting Palm House, just to name a few.. read more

Adelaide Oval is one of the most picturesque cricket ovals in the world. It is located in North Adelaide on War Memorial Drive. The oval can hold up to 34,000 spectators and is a sporting venue not only for cricket but Australian Rules football and Rugby Union.. read more

Adelaide's first railway station opened on the current North Terrace site in 1856. It served the broad gauge line between Adelaide and Port Adelaide, which was the first government-owned and operated steam railway in the British Empire. Adelaide Railway.. read more

The zoo is the place you to learn about the world's rare and endangered mammals, birds reptiles and fish and to take a closer look at some of Australia's own native animals. It's beautifully landscaped with habitat exhibits, walk-through aviaries full.. read more

Offering not only fresh fruit and vegetables, most of which are grown within one hours drive of the market, you will also find one of the largest ranges of meat and fish along with the gourmet specialities introduced by the waves of immigrants and their.. read more

Enjoy a picnic by the river or hear some local jazz on a Sunday afternoon. Just north of the city, Elder Park is a short trip for some quick time out. Take part in some of the events happening at the rotunda including the annual carols by candlelight.. read more

Hindley Street is one of Adelaide City's most popular destinations for restaurants and bars, located right near Rundle Street and North Terrace. Do some shopping during the day and then come back for some evening entertainment. The street was named after Charles Hindley.. read more

North Haven is situated at the northern end of the Le Fevre Peninsula at the end of Adelaide's coastal strip. It is easy to get to from Adelaide by bus or train. As well as a spectacular marina hosting an array of fishing charters and day tours, there.. read more

Many of South Australia's great cultural institutions are located on leafy North Terrace (also known as Adelaide's cultural boulevard). The State's library, museum, art gallery and the Migration Museum have pride of place alongside Parliament House, the.. read more

The mangroves, estuarine waters and wetlands form an aquatic reserve and are richly endowed with birds and marine life, including a substantial colony of much-loved Bottlenose Dolphins. The Ships Graveyards is a rare and unusual heritage collection: more.. read more

Feel the buzz of excitement running through the centre of this traditional city. This is the Rundle Street Mall. The unique blend of a classic township and modern culture breathes life into the South Australian capital with an array of worldly cuisine.. read more

Hire a rowboat for a stint on the lake or stretch out on a blanket and watch the ducks at Rymill Park. You'll also find large shady trees, a rose garden, barbecue facilities, a playground and a kiosk serving great coffee. Also on the eastern fringe of.. read more

Just over the Birkenhead Bridge from Port Adelaide is the Le Fevre Peninsula – a world unto itself. Discover the panoramic seascapes and enchanting coastal villages dotted along St Vincents Gulf. Take advantage of Adelaide's only coastal strip with a continuous view.. read more

In a welcoming and comfortable environment, you can keep up-to-date with the latest international newspapers and magazines, read travel guides or find information on any topic. You can use computers for email, internet, word processing and other software.. read more

Tynte Flowers is one of South Australia's most successful florists. The main concept behind Tynte Flowers is to provide top quality brand name flowers to everybody, not just those who can usually afford it. From the classic Rose to the Oriental Lilly, Tynte Flowers has.. read more

Victoria Square, the hexagonal heart of Adelaide. A magnificent fountain dedicated to the founder of Adelaide, Colonel William Light, sits in the centre of Victoria Square and is an icon for the capitol city. The location is often busy with city workers and tourists.. read more

It provides safe swimming for all ages, with a large foreshore reserve for picnics, gatherings and other outdoor activities. A well used, all season boat ramp provides access to many good fishing grounds near to Christies Beach. There's also a large.. read more

Take your family and spread out on the sand, or enjoy a picnic on the grassed areas. Take advantage of the shade beneath Henley Beach's long jetty, or bring along the fishing rod and try your luck. The lapping waters are ideal for families. Henley Square is here -.. read more

Holdfast Bay is just 20 minutes from Adelaide's city centre and less than 10 minutes from the domestic and international airports. Its coast offers great opportunities all year for both business travellers and holiday seekers. Glenelg's well-known.. read more

Maiintained in almost pristine condition, the southern end of Maslin Beach has the distinction of being South Australia's first legal nudist beach. Its high cliffs provide a great picnic spot or sunset viewing. Maslin Beach is some 3 kilometres long.. read more

Go to Moana for its summer swimming, year-round fishing, snorkelling and coastal walks. It's not far from Adelaide and a popular seaside destination for the locals. Moana is also one of the few beaches where you can drive onto the sand. The beach's.. read more

North Adelaide is home to two of Adelaide's most loved 'eat streets', boasting everything from coffee shops and fast food to cafes, pubs and five-star dining. Among its historic buildings and boutique gift stores, O'Connell Street.. read more

The locals know the joy of strolling The Parade, deciding which cuisine to choose. Will it be Greek, Thai, Italian or Spanish tonight? Perhaps Nepalese, Indian or a seafood and noodles combination! With more than 30 restaurants and cafés to choose from.. read more

Take the self guided tour of Old Noarlunga to absorb its history, including the landmark Saint Phillip and Saint James Church. The village of Old Noarlunga became an important focus for local industry after it was founded in 1841. The river that once.. read more

Port Noarlunga is just 34 kilometres south of Adelaide. Low tides expose a nearby heritage-listed reef that provides a unique natural marine reserve, perfect for safe aquatic exploration. More intrepid walkers can head for the river estuary and Onkaparinga.. read more

Explore Salisbury's local trails and wetlands including the Little Para Trails, the Wodliparri Trail at Kaurna Park and Dry Creek Linear Park. Salisbury is a recognised national leader in a range of industries and takes in Technology Park, where companies deal in.. read more

The ancestor Tjilbruke carried the body of his slain nephew down the coast from the place that's now Kingston Park to the tip of the (Fleurieu) Peninsula. At each place where the grieving giant stopped to shed tears, a freshwater spring welled from the ground.. read more

West Beach offers award-winning caravan park and holiday village accommodation, particularly suited to families. You'll find the Adelaide Shores Holiday Village here, as well as the Adelaide Shores Caravan Resort. This is also home to Harbour Town shopping complex.. read more