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You can be sure that whatever your holiday ideal and whichever season you arrive in, Adelaide has something special for you.
The Adelaide and Surrounds region of South Australia provides an abundance of attractions
and experiences that be enjoyed by staying any of the
10 Bed & Breakfast
and Farmstay
accommodation options we provide.
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In a city of a million people, where all in the space of one day you can:
- Tantalise the taste buds on a guided tasting tour of the bustling Central Markets, or dine in a cafe or restaurant on a meal cooked by some of Australia's best chefs.
- Explore Adelaide’s 'cultural boulevard' North Terrace or maybe there is a Festival on - Festival of Arts, Film Festival, Womadelaide, Tour Down Under and many, many more.
- Have a little 'retail therapy' in Rundle Mall or tee off from the Adelaide Golf Links in the heart of the city.
- Explore the seaside suburbs only minutes from the city with great seafood restaurants and casual dining.
- Visit Historic Port Adelaide, home of the magnificent Maritime Museum and Tall Ships.
- Stroll through the majestic Botanic Gardens, established in 1857 right in the heart of the city.
- Explore Aboriginal Art and Culture at Tandanya.
- Visit the National Wine Centre and taste wines from all over Australia.
Whether it's romance, adventure or relaxation you seek, Adelaide offers something for everyone! Adelaide is the festival city. The city centre, surrounded by parklands, is a charming blend of historic buildings, wide streets and a variety of shops, cafes and restaurants. Adelaide is known as the 20-minute city because it’s so easy to get around.
Events:
Throughout the year attend great festivals and events. Look out for Clipsal 500 Adelaide V8 race, the international music festival WOMADelaide and the Santos Tour Down Under pro cycling event. The Adelaide Festival is one of the most innovative arts festivals in the world and the Adelaide Fringe is now the second biggest in the world.
Taste the Adelaide Central Market:
Join the bustling people buying, selling and tasting the best South Australian food at the Adelaide Central Market. It's the largest undercover market in the southern hemisphere.
Glenelg Trams:
Enjoy a ride on Adelaide’s tram from the city centre to beachside Glenelg. Enjoy the beach, jetty, lively shops and cafes along Jetty Road. At the other end of the tram line, get to concerts, circuses and entertainment at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre, Bonython Park and Governor Hindmarsh Hotel (The Gov).
Port Adelaide and Semaphore:
Visit the South Australian Maritime Museum and take a short cruise to see the Port River dolphins. At Semaphore, the majestic Palais has a great deck looking over the ocean. Stop in for a bite to eat and a glass of South Australian wine. Wander the boulevard of antique shops, cafes, bakeries and pubs.
Botany Bounty, the Adelaide Botanic Garden:
Marvel at native and exotic flower displays and 5000 roses at the International Rose Garden. Stroll through a tropical rainforest in the Bicentennial Conservatory.
The South Australian Museum:
Explore the world's largest collection of indigenous artefacts in the Australian Aboriginal Cultures Gallery. For contemporary Aboriginal culture, visit Tandanya, the National Aboriginal Cultural Institute.
The Art Gallery of South Australia:
The Art Gallery of South Australia holds one of the best Australian colonial art collections in the world. See Western Desert dot paintings and works by Sir Hans Heysen, Tom Roberts and Frederick McCubbin (some of Australia's best artists).
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