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The one thing that you can be assured of as you travel to beautiful South Australia to the wonderful city of Adelaide is that you will find plenty to do, see, and enjoy. Whether you want to be entertained, find historical monuments to explore, or relax with friends and family on the beach, Adelaide accommodation really does have something for everyone.
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Activity Info:
Travelling To Adelaide, Australia
In Adelaide, you can enjoy the rich arts and culture that South Australia offers you, shop endlessly through the more than 800 shops to choose from, or immerse yourself in the more than 700 restaurants, cafes, and pubs to choose from. Whether you walk leisurely through the Adelaide Central Market or head for the coastline to check out the beach district, the sunny climate and beautiful weather will ensure that you have a fabulous time in South Australia's capital of Adelaide.
Getting Around Adelaide
The public transportation around Adelaide is plentiful. You can travel for free within the Adelaide city centre on the Adelaide Free bus, as well as on the tram between South and North Terrace. There are many other buses as well as trains that depart regularly and travel to all parts of the city. The taxis are all around as well, and accept all major credit cards. If you are looking for a special evening out, you can certainly find many companies that have uniformed drivers to take you where you need to go.
Adelaide Attractions
In Adelaide it is all about decisions. There is simply so much to do that you would have to spend months here to see and explore it all. The city centre is an excellent place to start though. The Adelaide central market has been in business since 1869, and between Grote and Gouger Streets you can still walk around today and pick up much of the local produce. After walking around for a while, it might be time for a drink so head to the end of North Terrace where the South Australian Museum and National Wine Centre are located. Explore the museum with the family and send them on their way so you can have your own wine tasting tour in the gallery where you where learn about winemaking through their working vineyard. You can even tough the Penfolds Magill Estate in the Adelaide foothills nearby.
Golf is extremely popular here as well, and with some of the most pristine greens in Australia you are sure to have fantastic time before you head for other outdoor activities such as the beaches. Glenelg is a popular Adelaide beach day trip as it is only 25 minutes outside of the city centre. With long sandy white beaches, plenty of shopping and attractions, as well as great places to dine and enjoy the nightlife, you can hop on the original 1929 Glenelg electric tram to take you to seemingly a whole different world.
If staying in Adelaide is more your style then you can certainly head down many of the side streets to join the locals at a welcoming pub, or head to a concert venue to catch up with some of the best acts both locally and around the world. Many are held within the remarkable parklands that are within the city of Adelaide that are a tourist destination in itself. Lastly, if you get a chance, then head to the Adelaide Zoo which holds more than 1300 native animals in their natural habitats.
If you really can't decide between all of the many activities then taking an Adelaide tour may be your best option. With locals leading the way you can take a guided tour of the elegant city of Adelaide where you can do almost anything your heart desires.
The Popular Adelaide Events
South Australia is known for some of their world class events, and Adelaide is no exception. With too many to list, one of the most popular Adelaide events is the SKYCITY Adelaide Cup Day. This is considered the pinnacle of horseracing in South Australia. In fact, it is important enough that they made it a public holiday. It might be considered to be a horserace, but it really is just one really big party with entertainers, live music, and celebrity guests.
WOMADalaide is another popular Adelaide event. It is an International music festival that celebrates the richness of cultures from around the globe. For three nights you will hear eclectic mix of music, languages, and cultures. Set in Botanic Park you can enjoy one of the most beautiful outdoor sites and experience amazing sounds.
Finally, you can't miss the Adelaide Bank Festival of Arts held every year. Considered to be one of the world's greatest art festivals, during late February to early March you can feast your eyes on some of the best theatre, film, dance, opera, and paintings in the world.
Adelaide Accommodations
Whether you are looking for world class luxury, or a city centre cottage, Adelaide has a wide variety of accommodations for you. Head to North Adelaide for heritage listed buildings in pristine residential areas, or you can stay in the North Terrace area which holds some of the best high rise luxury hotels. Close to all the amenities such as nightlife and shopping, this is the trendiest place to stay for people looking to enjoy all that Adelaide has to offer. There are many family friendly resorts as well on the outskirts of Adelaide and even some caravan parks scattered throughout.
Places To Eat in Adelaide
With a great climate and perfect scenery, many of the restaurants offer alfresco dining during much of the year. With loads of places to choose from you can decide between internationally influenced cuisines that range from Mediterranean to Asia or you could have traditional Australian food. With so many fine dining restaurants, cafe style eateries, pubs, and bars mixed in together you will find entire streets and areas devoted only to eating. Places like Gouger Street, Rundle Street, Hindley Street, and O'Connell Street have an eclectic mix of dining options that are sure to please.
Entertainment in Adelaide, Australia
A hotspot for nightlife and entertainment, Adelaide covers the gamut on fun places to go. There are literally hundreds of pubs and clubs that have live music, dancing, DJs, comedians, and almost any kind of entertainment you can think of. The city centre, Rundle Street, Hindley Street, and Light Square hold the most choices for nightlife with contemporary dance clubs, or laid back watering holes.
Weather Info:
Adelaide Weather
The best time to head to Adelaide is in the autumn and the spring because they are generally balmy and pleasant. Adelaide has searing summers with temperatures that reach up to 40 degrees Celsius and even beyond. The winters, although not particularly cold, can be chilly and damp.
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