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Adelaide
Festivals, Food & Wine
Adelaide is South Australia’s vibrant capital, where leafy parklands meet a buzzing food and wine scene, beautiful beaches and a packed calendar of festivals.
From the historic Adelaide Central Market and lively laneways to nearby wine regions and seaside suburbs, the city offers the perfect balance of culture, nature and easy-going charm.
Whether you’re visiting for a weekend or using Adelaide as a base to explore the state, it’s a city that’s easy to love and even easier to explore.
Top Things to Do in Adelaide
Explore Adelaide Central Market
One of Australia’s oldest and most loved markets, Adelaide Central Market is a must-visit for fresh produce, local flavours and multicultural food stalls.
Stroll Along North Terrace
Discover Adelaide’s cultural heart with landmarks like the Art Gallery of South Australia, South Australian Museum, State Library and historic university buildings.
Wander Around the Adelaide Botanic Gardens
Enjoy a peaceful escape in the heart of the city with beautifully landscaped gardens, walking paths and the Bicentennial Conservatory.
Visit Glenelg Beach
A short tram ride from the city, Glenelg offers sandy beaches, seaside cafés, shopping and a lively foreshore atmosphere.
Discover Waterfall Gully
Located in the Adelaide Hills, Waterfall Gully is home to one of the city’s most popular waterfalls and is the starting point for scenic bushwalks.
Visit Rundle Mall & See the Mall's Balls
Rundle Mall is Adelaide’s main shopping and entertainment strip, famous for its street performers, public art and the iconic Mall’s Balls sculpture.
See the Views from Mount Lofty
Mount Lofty offers panoramic views over Adelaide and the coastline, with walking trails, lookouts and a café at the summit.
Things to Do in and Around Adelaide
