What to do in Adelaide

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Adelaide
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Adelaide Tourist Attractions & Activities

It won’t come as a surprise to anyone who lives there, but Adelaide is on the rise. The South Australian capital has always had spectacular food and wine, an internationally renowned stadium, and tons of top-notch museums, but now the rest of the world is starting to notice. Trendy cafes and cocktails bars are popping up all over. Yes, Adelaide is moving far beyond its “City of Churches” nickname, but that doesn’t mean it’s forgotten its past. A stroll through historic Port Adelaide or North Terrace will remind you of the classic elegance and charm of this big city with a small-town atmosphere. Whether you’re a local already familiar with all the hidden laneways or a visitor wondering what to do in Adelaide, put your plans in the expert hands of Expedia.com.au. You’ll love what you find.

Fun Things to Do in Adelaide

For those who want to start where it all began, make your way to the city’s heart: Victoria Square. Relax on the lawn and enjoy the gardens and fountains, and you’ll feel like a local in no time. A stroll up King William Street will bring you through the never-ending shops of the pedestrianised Rundle Mall, past the bright façade of the beautiful Beehive Corner building, and on to the historic Parliament House. The nearby Trinity Church is the oldest in the city, and if you continue north, you’ll find the impressive, neo-Gothic St. Peter’s Cathedral. This city is supremely walkable, but the easiest way to see all of these top Adelaide attractions is on a sightseeing tour.

If you’ve got an interest in cricket or Australian rules football, you’re in the right place. Catch a game or take a tour of the legendary Adelaide Oval, hearing one-of-a-kind stories of its players and history. Prefer to “wine” the day away? McLaren Vale wine region, famous for its dry reds, is just south of the city. Stop off in the beach neighbourhood of Glenelg to soak up some rays or enjoy outdoor dining in Moseley Square. And for an outdoor adventure unlike any other, take a day trip to Kangaroo Island, where you can befriend not only its namesake marsupials, but wallabies, echidnas, and fur seals.

Don’t wait another minute to start exploring Adelaide. This up-and-coming city in the south has it all—and Expedia.com.au has all the best deals and offers on activities here. Start with the fun stuff, then check out our hotels and airfares, too. We’ve got it all right here.


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Rundle Mall featuring nightlife, night scenes and street scenes

Adelaide Central Business District

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Adelaide’s inner sanctum is a treasure-trove of heritage buildings, cafés, bars, green spaces and seasonal festivals.

Adelaide Central Business District
Glenelg which includes heritage architecture and a park

Glenelg

Enjoy the delights of the ocean, a pretty coastline, heritage architecture and a fun-filled amusement park at this charming beach resort on the edge of Adelaide.

Glenelg
Hahndorf

Hahndorf

Dust off your dirndl and get a little taste of Europe in Hahndorf, Australia’s oldest remaining German settlement.

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McLaren Vale

Enjoy watersports, visit historical buildings, explore a shipwreck and go on wine-tasting tours in one of South Australia's oldest wine regions.

McLaren Vale
St Peter\'s Cathedral which includes a church or cathedral, religious elements and heritage architecture

North Adelaide

North Adelaide is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Adelaide Aquatic Centre or St Peter's Cathedral.

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Adelaide Airport

Travellers like the golf courses in Adelaide Airport, and Harbour Town Adelaide is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Adelaide Airport

 

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